Ontario Human Rights Law and Practice for Clinics (May 12–14, 2026)
Join the Black Legal Action Centre (BLAC), in partnership with Kensington-Bellwoods Community Legal Services, The Neighbourhood Group Community Services, and the Ontario Justice Education Network (OJEN), for a three-part virtual learning series designed for new community legal clinic staff and law students.
Funded by the Association of Community Legal Clinics of Ontario (ACLCO), this series builds foundational knowledge and practical skills in Ontario human rights law.
Dates and Time:
Dates: May 12–14, 2026
Time: 12:00–1:30 PM (ET)
Format: Virtual (Zoom)
Certificate: Certificate of completion provided
Who should attend?
- New community legal clinic staff
- Law students.
Registration
Simultaneous interpretation is expected to be available. Please indicate your language preference when registering.
Registration deadline: May 8, 2026.
Register now to secure your spot.
What you will learn
Day 1 – Administrative Law Basics (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)
Understand the legal framework of administrative decision-making, including tribunals, jurisdiction, and oversight.
Day 2 – Human Rights Law & Theory (Wednesday, May 13, 2026)
Explore Ontario and international human rights frameworks, including Indigenous and Francophone rights.
Day 3 – Human Rights Law in Practice (Thursday, May 14, 2026)
Learn how to navigate the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, from applications to hearings, decisions, and enforcement.
Questions?
Contact info@blac.clcj.ca.
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