Elliot Lake & North Shore Community Legal Clinic
300-31 Nova Scotia Walk P5A 1Y9 Elliot Lake, ON, Canada

Variant of concern in Elliot Lake. Social distance. Stay home, stay safe. Happy Easter everyone.

Stay COVID-safe this Easter weekend so you, your family and friends can enjoy decades of Easter weekends!

Abuse is never OK. We can help you if you are experiencing domestic abuse and need legal help. Call us 1-800-668-8258. La violence familiale n’est jamais acceptable. Si vous êtes touché par la violence familiale et que vous avez besoin d’aide juridique, appelez-nous au 1 800 668 8258.

When the Canada Emergency Relief Benefit (CERB) ended, the Canadian government created 3 new Recovery Benefits and made changes to Employment Insurance (EI). Th...ere are special rules about these programs for people who are on Ontario Works (OW) or the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP). This month's On the Radar looks at how COVID-19 benefits interact with OW and ODSP. Learn more at: https://mailchi.mp//on-the-radar-getting-covid-19-benefits

Way to go Geka Wigwam.

Vaccines are coming. Call your local Health Unit or Doctor's office for details. Timelines are fluid and subject to many variables, so be patient while awaiting your turn in the queue and continue COVID-19 safe practices.

This is very welcomed. For most people, every little bit helps.

We understand the confusion with conflicting dates regarding the COVID-19 emergency orders recently released by the province. These dates are extensions to Orde...rs previously in place and are not new. At this time, all Ontario can expect to be in a lockdown until at least Thursday, February 11, 2021. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3pnB7yT

One-time COVID relief payments from the Federal Government - if you have not already received your payment, review timelines and eligibility at the link below. Of note, these payments are non-taxable and considered exempt income for social assistance purposes (OW/ODSP). https://www.canada.ca//one-time-payment-persons-disabiliti

How to protect yourself from Canada Revenue Agency (cra) scams. https://saultonline.com//opp-dont-let-your-guard-down-whe/

I'm on OW or ODSP. Can I get other income help during COVID-19? Learn more at: https://stepstojustice.ca//im-ow-or-odsp-can-i-get-other-i

Steps to Justice has new information on the law and home care services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more at: https://stepstojustice.ca//new-information-law-and-home-ca

2021: The year of the rent freeze Timely legal information from CLEO

The Ontario Court of Justice has announced the resumption of family law matters, criminal trials and preliminary inquiries at additional court locations starting Nov. 30. https://www.thelawyersdaily.ca//additional-ontario-court-o

Legal clinics from across Ontario are calling on the Landlord and Tenant Board to address the widespread trend of low-income and marginalized tenants being denied access-to-justice since the COVID-19 pandemic forced hearings to operate remotely.

****All applications for this benefit must be submitted before September 30, 2020****

Check in on your people. Make sure they're ok.

Changements temporaires aux services en raison de la crise de COVID-19

COVID-19 has hit your school. Now what?

For parents of school-aged children - Ontario's operation guidance for covid-19 management of schools and day cares. https://www.ontario.ca//operational-guidance-covid-19-mana

Ontario's Family Law Limited Scope Services Project website has a directory of family law lawyers that provide unbundled or limited scope services. This can mea...n getting help with just one part of your family law legal matter or even getting coaching. Learn more at: https://stepstojustice.ca//ontarios-family-law-limited-sco

Every little bit helps.

Paying back the CERB.

During the COVID-19 crisis, LAO has waived all legal and financial eligibility for domestic violence survivors. This accommodation will remain in effect until f...urther notice. Pendant la crise de COVID-19, Aide juridique Ontario renonce à l’application des critères juridiques et financiers d’admissibilité pour les clients touchés par la violence familiale. Cette mesure restera en vigueur jusqu’à nouvel ordre. legalaid.on.ca/services/domes https://www.legalaid.on.ca/fr/services/violence-familiale/

Summer days can get unbearably hot and muggy. Know the rules about renting and air conditioners.

In-home support (groceries, meals prescriptions) during the COVID-19 pandemic -Outreach services available to residents served by NSHN from Echo Bay to Spanish, including St. Joseph Island. Call 705-356-2265 ext 2657 for yourself or on behalf of a loved one. Say safe.

Timely COVID-19 information for expectant moms.

It's the right thing to do according to the experts, so why not take the extra step and wear a mask.

Access to proper cooling in the summer months is just as important as access to heat in the winter.

Updated answers to some of your COVID-19 questions. https://stepstojustice.ca/covid-19?

Stay the course. Follow the protocols. Be safe.

Every little bit helps. https://www.canada.ca//notice-covid-/one-time-payment.html

Proposed Ontario justice modernization law would undermine access to system, experts say

We are reporting a new confirmed case of COVID-19 in a resident in the Algoma district. Help stop the spread of #COVID19. #PhysicalDistancing ... Wear a face covering when physical distancing is not possible If you feel sick, stay home Learn more: https://bit.ly/3hjOgFE

Together we’re making a difference to stop the spread of COVID-19. Continue to clean high touch surfaces regularly.

No matter what your income, you are eligible to receive 20 minutes of free advice from a lawyer for family and criminal matters.

Confronting anti-Black racism: a message from David Field, president and CEO, Legal Aid Ontario Combattre le racisme anti-Noir: Message de David Field, présiden...t-directeur général, Aide juridique Ontario https://www.legalaid.on.ca/n/confronting-anti-black-racism/ https://www.legalaid.on.ca//combattre-le-racisme-anti-noir/ See more

Updated CERB information on Canada.ca website, including how and when to return or repay the CERB. https://www.canada.ca//s/benefits/ei/cerb-application.html

Until further notice, anyone in a mental health facility qualifies for free legal help with Consent and Capacity Board (CCB) matters and Ontario Review Board (O...RB) matters. Individuals or members of their care team can call 18006688258 to apply for legal aid. Jusqu’à nouvel ordre, toute personne se trouvant dans un établissement psychiatrique peut obtenir un certificat d’aide juridique pour des affaires relevant de la Commission du consentement et de la capacité (CCC) et la Commission ontarienne d’examen (COE). Les personnes se trouvant dans un établissement psychiatrique ou les membres de l’équipe des soins peuvent appeler AJO au 1 800 6688258 pour faire une demande d’aide juridique.

Looking out for seniors is a good thing.

If someone you know is in custody with an upcoming court date, our duty counsel will help you over the phone. Si une personne que vous connaissez est en détenti...on et que la date de comparution devant le tribunal est imminente, notre avocat de service peut vous aider par téléphone. https://www.legalaid.on.ca//starting-april-14-live-duty-c/ https://www.legalaid.on.ca//a-compter-du-14-avril-conseil/

We know that you want more choice and we continue to advocate on your behalf for greater flexibility and relief. In addition to the measures we’ve put in place ...for our customers, the Ontario government announced several initiatives to support Ontarians, including the option to choose an electricity pricing plan beginning on November 1. These initiatives include: - $9 million for the COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program to support customers struggling to pay their energy bills during the pandemic - $8 million for the COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program for Small Business to provide support to businesses struggling with bill payments as a result of the outbreak - An extension of the Ontario Energy Board's winter disconnection ban until July 31, 2020 to ensure no one is disconnected These are challenging and uncertain times, and we’re doing everything we can to support our customers in their greatest time of need. If you or someone you know is struggling, please call us at 1-888-664-9376 to speak with our team.