Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Free Legal Information and Advice at TRAC's Renter Services Centre
Agreement Number:
13357189
Agreement Value:
$919,115.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2029
Description:
The project will provide a community space for tenants to access plain language legal information and receive rental housing assistance. Clients facing evictions will have access to summary legal advice, support in applying for judicial reviews of their evictions, and other documentation assistance. A housing navigator will support tenants by providing legal information, distributing public legal education resources in the community, and offering workshops on tenant rights and responsibilities.
Organization:
Department of Justice Canada
Expected Results:
Canadians have an increased awareness and knowledge of the justice system including their rights and obligations
Location:
Vancouver, British Columbia, CA V6B3K6
Reference Number:
119-2024-2025-Q4-00536
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
872529375
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Additional Information:
Cost Centres:
Tenant Protection Fund
Recipient's Legal Name:
TENANT RESOURCE AND ADVISORY CENTRE
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.