Archives: Resources
U.S. Survey Highlights Misconceptions about Access to Civil Justice
Recently published findings from an online survey in the U.S. reveal that more than half of adults mistakenly believe they are entitled to legal representation for civil legal matters if they cannot afford representation. Among adults ages 18-34, the figure is higher with approximately two thirds of adults in this age range believing they are entitled to legal representation for civil legal matters.
Read moreCourtprep.ca
Courtprep was originally created in 2003 as a bilingual, interactive educational resource to help young people prepare for testifying in court. It provides a virtual courtroom tour and included an explanation of court proceedings and witness preparation tips in an engaging way.
Courtprep is a “site developed by youth, for youth.”
2SLGBTQI Event Safety Toolkits
Egale has guides for 2SLGBTQI people and their allies on how to stay safe at public events and protests.
Read moreToolkits for racialized people living with a disability and dealing with the criminal legal system
Disability Justice Network Ontario has toolkits for racialized people living with a disability and dealing with the criminal legal system. They also include information that professionals and family and friends can use. The Network also has a printable, plain language toolkit for people in jail. It’s available in various versions, such as large text,
Read moreKnow Your Rights: Repairs and Maintenance
The Canadian Centre for Housing Rights explains what Ontario housing law says about repairs and maintenance of rental units. It explains the rights and responsibilities of tenants and landlords.
Read more