Resource collection

What to expect at a phone or videoconference hearing

This one-page tip sheet included five important things to consider during your remote hearing at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB), and what to do if you are not able to attend the hearing.

An Overview of the Bail Process in Ontario

This one-page infographic (poster) describes what happens after someone is charged with a crime. The poster includes the principles and timelines involved in bail hearings, pre-trial detention, and bail conditions.

How to negotiate a repayment plan with your landlord

This one-page tip sheet on repayment plans suggests what to do if your landlord is pressuring you into signing one and you cannot pay.

Special Immigration Measures for Ukrainians

This 3-page summary lists the Canadian government’s special measures relating to immigration and status of Ukrainians and their immediate family members in Canada.

Harcèlement sexuel en milieu professionnel

Enregistré le 23 mars 2022

Ce webinaire donne un aperçu des différentes formes de harcèlement sexuel en milieu de travail. Il explique également comment reconnaître le harcèlement sexuel sur le lieu de travail, les responsabilités de l'employeur et comment signaler un harcèlement sexuel. Il est organisé en partenariat avec Oasis Women's...

Part 2: Newcomers and the Transition Child Benefit

Recorded on March 22, 2022

Part 2 in our lunch and learn series gives community workers an overview of the Transition Child Benefit (TCB) as it relates to newcomers. What is the Transition Child Benefit? How long can a client expect to get the benefit and how much will they be paid? These questions and others were answered during our...

Part 1: Newcomers and the Canada Child Benefit

Recorded on March 8, 2022

This lunch and learn clarifies some common misconceptions about the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) as it applies to newcomers. There are grave consequences for clients who apply for this benefit without understanding the eligibility criteria. This webinar provides community workers, particularly those who are new to the...

Testaments et procurations : présentation, enjeux et outils juridiques

Enregistré le 24 février 2022

Nos experts de la communauté expliquent les règles concernant les testaments et les procurations, en donnant des exemples pratiques. Sachez accompagner vos clients pour bien comprendre et rédiger ces deux documents afin d'anticiper les éventuels conflits qui pourraient exister après leur décès, dans la gestion de...

Toolkit for Housing Service Providers: Housing Laws and Rights in Ontario

This webpage summarizes Ontario rental housing laws, rules and responsibilities, including laws governing social and Rent-Geared-to-Income housing. Sections include:

• Knowing the law
• Landlords’ responsibilities
• Following the rules
• Implementing the right to housing

John Howard Society Learning Hub

An online platform for frontline workers serving justice-involved people in Ontario with skills-based training, resources on housing, income assistance, employment and accessing legal aid and a referral map.