Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Housing Justice for All: Empowering Racialized Tenants Through Legal Support
Agreement Number:
13349563
Agreement Value:
$125,000.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 24, 2025 - Mar 31, 2025
Description:
The project will support Muslim tenants in Ontario to increase their awareness and knowledge of tenant rights and legal obligations, and support those facing a legal issue by providing legal advice services. Legal advice clinics and education workshops will be offered and will cover topics such as eviction prevention, rent control and tenant protections.
Organization:
Department of Justice Canada
Expected Results:
Increased access to the Canadian justice system
Location:
Ottawa, Ontario, CA K2G6M1
Reference Number:
119-2024-2025-Q4-00424
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
796952109
Additional Information:
Cost Centres:
Tenant Protection Fund
Recipient's Legal Name:
MUSLIM LEGAL SUPPORT CENTRE
Federal Riding Name:
Nepean
Federal Riding Number:
35064
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.