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Organization:
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ARCH Disability Law Centre - Toronto - Specialty Community Legal Clinic
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Address:
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55 University Ave 15th Fl
Toronto, ON
M5J 2H7
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Map
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Location:
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Cross street: University Ave and King St W
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Accessibility Notes:
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Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features ; Elevator with braille features ; Email if accommodation required
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 9 am-1 pm, 2 pm-5 pm; no intake on Mondays
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Service Description:
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Specialty community legal clinic that provides a range of free legal services to persons with disabilities across Ontario
Summary Advice and Referral - to persons with disabilities; offering legal and non-legal referrals, legal information, and summary legal advice, on the following disability-related areas of law:- accessibility laws
- homecare and attendant/PSW services
- transportation
- discrimination/human rights (in certain areas)
- accommodation in the workplace
- primary/secondary/post-secondary education
- service animals and guide dogs
- decision-making rights
- removing guardianship
Other Services?- limited representation in test case litigation
- representation for individuals in systemic priority cases
- public legal education
- law reform initiatives
- adaptive technology workstations for Internet access, Monday-Friday 10 am-4 pm
- funded by Legal Aid Ontario
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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People with disabilities, must meet financial and case eligibility guidelines
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Languages:
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English * French
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Language Notes:
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(interpreters by appointment)
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