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Program:
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Northwest Community Legal Clinic - Fort Frances Main Office
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Phone Numbers:
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807-274-5327
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-799-2485
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Fax:
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807-274-3141
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Address:
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206 Scott St
Fort Frances, ON
P9A 1G7
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Location:
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- Located at Scott St next to the TD Bank
- Closest intersection is at Scott St and Mowat Ave
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm
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Service Description:
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?Provides free legal advice and assistance to low income earnersOffers representation in a court or at a tribunal, such as the Social Benefits Tribunal or the Landlord and Tenant BoardAssists with preparing documents, such as an application to the Landlord and Tenant BoardHelps with the following areas:
- Birth certificates
- Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Disability or Pension benefits
- Canada Child Benefits (CCB)
- Consumer and Credit/Debt issues
- Criminal Injuries Compensation Board (CICB)
- Disability Tax benefits
- Employment Insurance (EI)
- Employment Standards (ESA)
- Human Rights
- Native Status applications
- Old Age Security (OAS)
- Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
- Ontario Works
- Residential Tenancies (tenants only)
- Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Call for information
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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- Low income earners
- Financial assessment required to determine eligibility
Individuals are eligible if they receive one of the following:
- Ontario Works
- Ontario Disability Support Program
- Old Age Security with Guaranteed Income Supplement
- Canada Pension Plan
- Veteran's benefits
Note: May be able to provide summary advice if income level is over the limit. Call to inquire.
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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District of Kenora, District of Rainy River
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Last Updated:
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4/7/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=140480
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