Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Tenant Legal Rights in New Brunswick
Agreement Number:
13357645
Agreement Value:
$688,363.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2029
Description:
The project will provide access to legal information about residential tenancy law in both official languages for tenants in New Brunswick. Legal clinics will provide access to legal advice, especially in rural and majority francophone areas in the province. A legal InfoLine service will also be available to tenants to ask legal questions and receive tailored legal information on tenancy issues.
Organization:
Department of Justice Canada
Expected Results:
Canadians have an increased awareness and knowledge of the justice system including their rights and obligations
Location:
Fredericton, New Brunswick, CA E3B5E3
Reference Number:
119-2024-2025-Q4-00486
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
134653989
Additional Information:
Cost Centres:
Tenant Protection Fund
Recipient's Legal Name:
PUBLIC LEGAL EDUCATION AND INFORMATION SERVICE OF NEW BRUNSWICK INC.
Federal Riding Name:
Fredericton
Federal Riding Number:
13003
Program:
Justice Partnership and Innovation Program
Program Purpose:
The Justice Partnership and Innovation Program (JPIP) supports the departmental core responsibility of justice system support. The department plays an essential role in ensuring a fair, relevant and accessible Canadian justice system. JPIP’s longterm goal is to contribute to increasing access to the Canadian justice system and strengthening the Canadian legal framework. It supports policy directions of the Department on issues related to family violence, access to justice, and other emerging justice related issues.