Author: Erinne Wreggitt
Canada Disability Benefit Announcement
Legal Clinics across Ontario endorsed a letter to Ministers Freeland and Khera regarding the extremely disappointing announcement about the Canada Disability Benefit in the Federal Budget.
Not only are our client communities devastated by the proposed amount that was announced, but important issues such as eligibility and access mechanism seem already to be determined,
Be/Longing Zine
Kenora moving Forward and KCA partnered on this Belonging Matter’s Process with several members of the Street Community whose lives are, or have been impacted by addiction. This Zine is a powerful reflection on their experience, sense of belonging, passion, and love, as they courageously grapple with the ism’s that impact their lives.
Read moreGuest Article – Will you stand with Ukrainians in their time of Trial?
This Appeal is from Peter Kirby, retired lawyer who worked at the clinic many years ago and Irene Olson, a retired social worker with strong roots in Ukraine. Click here for full article
Read moreColdest Night of the Year 2022
This year, the Northwest Community Legal Clinic participated in the Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY), an initiative to raise awareness of issues faced by precariously housed and unhoused members of our community. This initiative raised money for local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. In total our community not only reached our goal but exceeded expectations in both fundraising and awareness.
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