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 | Advocacy Centre for Tenants Ontario | Toronto | Specialty legal clinic * works to better the housing situation of low income Ontario residents including tenants, housing cooperative members and homeless people * no direct legal services for indivi ... [More] |
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| Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario | Toronto | Provincial regulatory body * regulates the sale, service and consumption of beverage alcohol * regulates and licenses casino gaming, charitable gaming, lotteries and horse racing * addresses complain ... [More] |
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| ARCH Disability Law Centre | Toronto | Community legal clinic Summary Advice and Referral -- confidential advice and information related to disability issues * telephone service * limited representation in test case litigation * representa ... [More] |
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| Automobile Protection Association | Toronto | Consumer information and advocacy regarding automotive industry * free legal advice to members, nonmembers receive basic information * publishes Lemon Aid, guide to new and used car recommendations, ... [More] |
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| Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, Ontario | Toronto | Federal housing agency * mortgage loan insurance * information on buying a home, renting a home, home renovations, co-operative housing * housing policy and research |
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| Canada. Members of Parliament, Orangeville Consituency Office, Dufferin-Caledon Federal Riding - Kyle Seeback MP | Orangeville | Member of Federal Parliament and member of the Conservative Caucus. Office helps constituents with issues and problems related to federal programs, departments and services. Forms include: CPP forms, ... [More] |
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| Canadian Environmental Law Association | Toronto | Community legal clinic * legal advice and assistance on environmental issues -- call for details * representation * reports * library * funded by Legal Aid Ontario ... [More] |
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| Canadian Human Rights Commission | Ottawa | Canadian Human Rights Commission: * administers the Canadian Human Rights Act * handles complaints (including sexual harassment) against organizations * carries out compliance audits of employers and ... [More] |
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| Chinese and Southeast Asian Legal Clinic, Toronto | Toronto | Community legal clinic * deals primarily with immigration, tenant issues, social assistance, employment rights, human rights, poverty law * most refugee cases referred to Legal Aid * may provide repre ... [More] |
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| Dufferin, County of, Shelburne - Mel Lloyd Centre, Community Support Services - Transportation | Shelburne | Arranges for escorted door-to-door rides to local or out of town destinations including Toronto, Brampton and Barrie for medical appointments. Can also provide a Personal Support Worker (PSW) to accom ... [More] |
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| Dying With Dignity Canada | Toronto | Advocates for assisted dying rules that respect the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, improving quality of dying, and protecting end-of-life rights * personal support to adults suffering from ... [More] |
Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario |
Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario | Etobicoke Central | Registered Charitable, non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness about the abuse and neglect of older adults, under the Ontario Strategy to Combat Elder Abuse Free and confidential suppor ... [More] | |
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| General Topics and Information - Central East, Dufferin County, Flu Clinic Schedules, Central East Ontario | Orangeville | Online source for flu clinic locations - Vaccines411 Flu Shot Finder or to search for various other locations in the community, visit Government of Canada-Find a Flu Shot Clinic PLEASE NOTE Pharmacis ... [More] |
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| Green Communities Canada | Peterborough | Promotion of community health * supports local and regional groups, coalitions and networks (social, environmental, economic, and political) that are working on healthy city or healthy community initi ... [More] |
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| Haven of The Heart | Adjala-Tosorontio | Provides shelter and adoption services for domestic pets. May provide assistance ( at their discretion ) with veterinary services and food to help pet owners who cannot fully afford the cost of keepi ... [More] |
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| HIV & AIDS Legal Clinic Ontario (HALCO) | Toronto | Community legal clinic * advice, representation, referrals, advocacy * areas of law include privacy, social assistance, immigration, housing/tenant, pensions, Employment Insurance (EI), private insura ... [More] |
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| Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario | Toronto | Resolves disputes under the Human Rights Code and maintains neutrality * does not defend, represent or provide legal advice to either person or organization * holds mediations and hearings Administer ... [More] |
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| IAVGO Community Legal Clinic | Toronto | Community legal clinic * legal advice * representation through all levels of Workplace Safety and Insurance Board * case consultation and training for other agencies * public legal education * communi ... [More] |
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| Income Security Advocacy Centre | Toronto | Specialty community legal clinic * pursues test cases, appellate litigation to address systemic issues arising from federal and provincial income security programs, and from the political, economic a ... [More] |
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| Insurance Bureau of Canada, Consumer Information Centre | Toronto | Handles questions and concerns about automobile, property and liability insurance * information on loss prevention, safety tips * presentations to community groups on insurance related topics Communi ... [More] |
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| Justice for Children and Youth | Toronto | Community legal clinic * legal representation in many areas of law including education, criminal matters, child welfare, human rights, financial assistance or support and leaving home * legal informat ... [More] |
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| Labour Community Services of Peel | Brampton | Provides legal services related to labour rights and income supports in the Peel Region, including: * legal information and advice * supportive counselling in navigating workplace conflict * assistanc ... [More] |
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| Landlord's Self Help Centre | Toronto | Community legal clinic and resource centre * information, referrals and summary advice on housing issues from landlord's perspective * educational tools * law reform * rental forms * funded by Legal A ... [More] |
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| Ministry of Natural Resources, Southern Region - Peterborough | Peterborough | Administrative office overseeing the operations and activities of the district offices within the region. |
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| National Student Loans Service Centre | Mississauga | Support and information on obtaining student loans and other financial assistance * online services include checking loan details and status, updating mailing and permanent addresses and other contact ... [More] |
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| Ontario Civilian Police Commission | Toronto | On April 1, 2024, the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 (CSPA) came into force and the Police Services Act (PSA) was repealed. The Ontario Civilian Police Commission cannot accept any new appea ... [More] |
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| Ontario Health, Trillium Gift of Life Network | Toronto Downtown Central | Plans, promotes, coordinates and supports organ and tissue donation across Ontario * coordinates the retrieval and distribution of organs and tissues * organizes public and medical education and awar ... [More] |
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| Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council | Toronto | Administer and enforces Motor Vehicle Dealers Act (MVDA) * ensures registration of dealers and salespersons * inspects dealerships * receives consumer complaints * conducts investigations and prosecu ... [More] |
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| Ontario. Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. Family Responsibility Office | Toronto | Enforcement of new or revised court orders or domestic contract/agreements * action taken includes including garnishment of wages, collection of income tax refunds and Employment Insurance (EI) benefi ... [More] |
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| Ontario. Ministry of Education, Central East Region, Child Care Quality Assurance and Licensing | Toronto | Licences and inspects all group child care programs including child care centres and home child care agencies * online child care finder includes licensing reports * assesses licensed programs in acco ... [More] |
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| Ontario. Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks, Peterborough - Mailing Address, Natural Resources Information and Support Centre | Peterborough | Not a walk-in customer service counter Provides free information by phone, teletype and email to the public about Ministry of Natural Resources programs and services. Topics of interest include: * hu ... [More] |
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| Ontario. Ministry of Government and Consumer Services. Consumer Protection Ontario | Toronto | Public information and advice on consumer rights and responsibilities, complaints and consumer protection legislation * attempts to mediate complaints arising from regulated sectors of the marketplace ... [More] |
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| Ontario. Ministry of Health, Public Health Care | Toronto Downtown Central | Responsible for administering and coordinating the health care system and providing services to the Ontario public through such programs as health insurance, drug benefits, assistive devices, care for ... [More] |
Ontario. Ministry of Health, Dental Care For Low-Income Seniors |
Ontario. Ministry of Health, Dental Care For Low-Income Seniors | Toronto | Dental care program funded by the Provincial government * provides free, routine dental services for low income adults who are 65 years of age or older * coverage period ends yearly on July 31, no ma ... [More] | |
Ontario. Ministry of Health, Sexual Health Infoline Ontario |
Ontario. Ministry of Health, Sexual Health Infoline Ontario | Toronto Downtown | Province-wide free anonymous counselling, information and referrals to sexual health clinics and community agencies on HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections, birth control options, sexual orientat ... [More] | |
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| Ontario. Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. Employment Practices Branch, Newmarket, Ontario. Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. Employment Practices Branch, Central Region West, Newmarket | Newmarket | Administers and enforces the Employment Standards Act, 2000 Guide to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 Provides for minimum terms and conditions of employment: * sets out maximum number of hours tha ... [More] |
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| Ontario. Ministry of Long-Term Care, Long-Term Care Family Support and Action Line | Toronto Downtown Central | Government service concerning long-term care homes in Ontario * handles concerns and registers complaints about long-term care homes * initial calls or written complaints are answered by ACTION Line s ... [More] |
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| Ontario. Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Rental Housing Enforcement Unit | Toronto | Regulates the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants in residential properties * responds to complaints about offences under the Residential Tenancies Act * investigates complaints up t ... [More] |
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| Ontario. Office of the Worker Adviser, Scarborough Office, Ontario. Office of the Worker Adviser, Scarborough Office | Toronto | Advocacy, advice, education and representation: * summary advice and representation through all stages of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board claims process or the Workplace Safety and Insurance ... [More] |
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| Parent Support Network | Orangeville | Provides support for parents of school-aged children in the Dufferin area. Services offered: * encouragement to parents to inquire about the resources available to them * interactive workshops on a va ... [More] |
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| Prisoners HIV / AIDS Support Action Network, Toronto, Prisoners HIV/AIDS Support Action Network | Toronto | Community-based prisoner health and harm reduction organization that provides support, education and advocacy to prisoners and ex-prisoners * system advocacy * counselling in person or by telephone ( ... [More] |
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| Prosper Canada, Financial Empowerment | Toronto | Assistance in developing programs which focus on financial literacy and coaching, helping people with low income to file taxes and access government benefits, improving access for low income people t ... [More] |
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| Service Canada, Orangeville, Orangeville Service Canada Centre | Orangeville | One-stop service delivery for a wide range of federal programs and services. Service Request Form Request a phone call about one or more of the following programs: * Employment Insurance * Canada Pens ... [More] |
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| Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health, Orangeville, Public Health | Orangeville | COVID-19 Visit Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health for updates regarding COVID-19 Community health service promotes and protects the health of the community. Offers a wide range of clinics, clas ... [More] |
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| Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health, Shelburne, Public Health | Shelburne | COVID-19 Visit Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health for updates regarding COVID-19 Community health service promotes and protects the health of the community. Offers a wide range of clinics, clas ... [More] |
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| Workers Health and Safety Legal Clinic | Toronto | Community legal clinic * advice and representation * advocacy * research and consultation for individuals * community education * law reform * referrals to union organizers * outreach, particularly t ... [More] |