Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Supporting the PLEI Needs of Vulnerable Communities
Agreement Number:
13089984
Agreement Value:
$540,540.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2024 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
PLEAC will facilitate critical knowledge-sharing and collaboration between organizations across Canada who provide public legal education and information (PLEI) and other legal supports to people who disproportionately face barriers to access to the justice system, including those who live with low incomes, are racialized or Indigenous, are facing intimate partner violence, or are isolated by reason of language, ability, or remote location.
Organization:
Department of Justice Canada
Expected Results:
Canadians have an increased awareness and knowledge of the justice system including their rights and obligations
Location:
Toronto, Ontario, CA M5G1Z8
Reference Number:
119-2023-2024-Q4-00337
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
Cost Centres:
Justice Partnership and Innovation Program - General
Recipient's Legal Name:
PUBLIC LEGAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION OF CANADA
Federal Riding Name:
University--Rosedale
Federal Riding Number:
35110
Program:
Justice Partnership and Innovation Program
Program Purpose:
The 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.