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Access to Justice for All
The Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County is a non-profit community legal clinic funded by Legal Aid Ontario. Dedicated to providing free legal services to low-income residents, the clinic plays a vital role in ensuring that vulnerable members of the community have access to justice. They offer a range of services from summary legal advice to full representation in courts and tribunals, focusing on areas of law that most directly affect the basic needs and rights of individuals.
Specialized Legal Support
- Housing & Tenant Rights: Assisting tenants with evictions, maintenance issues, and disputes with landlords to prevent homelessness and ensure safe living conditions.
- Income Maintenance: helping clients appeal denials or navigate issues with Ontario Works (OW), the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), and Canada Pension Plan Disability (CPP-D) benefits.
- Employment Law: Advising non-unionized workers on their rights regarding wrongful dismissal, unpaid wages, and workplace harassment.
- Human Rights: Providing guidance on discrimination and equality rights cases.
Downtown Community Hub
The clinic is located at 176 Wyndham Street North, housed within the Guelph Community Health Centre building. This strategic location in downtown Guelph allows for integrated care, as clients can access legal aid alongside health and social services. The central setting ensures that help is physically accessible to those who rely on public transit or live in the city center.
Mobile Law Van
In addition to their main office, the clinic operates a Mobile Law Van (seasonal) that travels to rural communities within Wellington County. This innovative outreach program removes transportation barriers, bringing legal advice directly to people in remote areas who might otherwise struggle to access the Guelph office.
Specializing In
Tenant Rights, ODSP Appeals, Employment Insurance
Address & Location
Guelph Community Health Centre, 176 Wyndham St N, Guelph, ON N1H 8N9
Building Location
Located on the lower level of the Guelph Community Health Centre building on the east side of Wyndham Street North, just north of the Woolwich Street intersection.
Suite Access
Enter through the main doors of the Community Health Centre and follow signs for the Legal Clinic (often located on the lower level/basement). Elevator access is available.
Parking Details
There is a paid parking lot behind the building (accessible via Baker Street) and metered street parking on Wyndham Street.
Public Transit
Highly accessible via Guelph Central Station, which is just a short walk away. Virtually all Guelph Transit routes and GO Transit trains/buses serve this area.
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Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County – Guelph, ON
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