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Program:
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Kinna-aweya Legal Clinic - Thunder Bay Office
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Phone Numbers:
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807-344-2478
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Toll-Free:
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1-888-373-3309
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Fax:
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807-345-2842
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Address:
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86 Cumberland St S
Thunder Bay, ON
P7B 2V3
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Location:
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- Located at Cumberland St S in the N ward of Thunder Bay
- Closest intersection is at Cumberland St S and Wilson St
- Situated near Andras Court apartments
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-5 pm
Summer hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm, Jul-Aug
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Public Contacts:
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Cindy Johnson - Assistant to Director of Administration
Beth Ponka - Director of Administration
807-344-2478
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Service Description:
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Provides legal advice and assistance to residents within the District of Thunder Bay, particularly Indigenous people who, because of poverty, geographic isolation, or language differences, do not have access to traditional existing legal servicesFocuses on helping people get income maintenance benefits and maintain access to housingProvides services at no cost to individuals who meet eligibility criteriaProvides advice, assistance, and representation in courts or tribunalsFacilitates legal education workshops in appropriate areas of lawNote: No advice or representation is given regarding Family law or Criminal Law. No legal advice is given through Facebook due to confidentiality issues (call clinic directly)
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Financial assessment required for representation for a number of services
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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- Individuals experiencing financial hardship; includes social assistance recipients, pensioners, unemployed or low income individuals
- Must meet financial criteria to be eligible
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Available on an as required basis
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Area Served:
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City of Thunder Bay, District of Thunder Bay, Northern
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Last Updated:
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4/9/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=140607
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