Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Tenant Summary Advice Counsel and Tenant's Rights Educator
Agreement Number:
13352200
Agreement Value:
$951,590.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2029
Description:
The project will expand legal tenancy advice services across the province of Nova Scotia to meet an increasing demand. Public legal education materials will be developed and updated throughout the project, and workshops on tenants' rights will be delivered across the province and in partnership with community organizations and service providers.
Organization:
Department of Justice Canada
Expected Results:
Canadians have an increased awareness and knowledge of the justice system including their rights and obligations
Location:
Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA B3S1B3
Reference Number:
119-2024-2025-Q4-00446
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
107788465RP0001
Additional Information:
Cost Centres:
Tenant Protection Fund
Recipient's Legal Name:
NOVA SCOTIA LEGAL AID COMMISSION
Federal Riding Name:
Halifax West
Federal Riding Number:
12006
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.