Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Advancing Access to Justice
Agreement Number:
13340592
Agreement Value:
$150,000.00
Agreement Date:
Dec 17, 2024 - Mar 31, 2025
Description:
The project will broaden the reach of legal education and information materials to non-English speaking tenants and those facing legal and systemic barriers to housing stability as a result of gender-based violence. Resources will be translated into multiple languages to support tenants to understand their rights and help them feel empowered to advocate for themselves.
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 M5J2H7
Reference Number:
119-2024-2025-Q3-00021
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
876727819
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Additional Information:
Cost Centres:
Tenant Protection Fund
Recipient's Legal Name:
ADVOCACY CENTRE FOR TENANTS ONTARIO
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.