Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Empowering Tenant Unions
Agreement Number:
13357641
Agreement Value:
$376,589.00
Agreement Date:
Jan 29, 2025 - Jul 1, 2027
Description:
The project will aim to advance and support the role of tenant unions in assisting tenants in British Columbia, particularly those with intersectional barriers. A research report will be produced outlining the current state of tenant unions in BC, Canada and abroad, and based on the report, recommendations will be made for legislative and policy changes related to tenant unions. In addition, public legal education will be provided to tenant unions to support their ability to assist and advocate for tenants. A national conference will be held on tenant advocacy and organizing.
Organization:
Department of Justice Canada
Expected Results:
Increased capacity to build knowledge, awareness and understanding of justice issues
Location:
Vancouver, British Columbia, CA V6E4G1
Reference Number:
119-2024-2025-Q4-00269
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
118870724
Recipient Type:
Other
Additional Information:
Cost Centres:
Tenant Protection Fund
Recipient's Legal Name:
COMMUNITY LEGAL ASSISTANCE SOCIETY
Federal Riding Name:
Vancouver Centre
Federal Riding Number:
59034
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.