For free legal advice or information, please call our Intake Line at 416-441-1764 ext. 1

We provide free legal services for low income people living in our catchment area (from Lake Ontario to York Mills/the 401 and from Yonge Street/the Don River to Victoria Park Avenue)

 

Our office will be closed September 30th for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

 **NOTICE**

 As of October 6, 2025, we will not be accepting walk-ins, clients will need to make an appointment. We will have in-person intake service appointments available Mondays and Tuesdays from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm at our office inside the Hub. To make an appointment, please call our Intake Line or visit during our office hours (Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, closed 12:30-1:30 pm).

How to Contact Us

If you are seeking legal information or legal advice, an affidavit or notarial true copy, please call our Intake Line at 416-441-1764 ext. 1. Due to the high volume of calls we receive, you will be asked to leave a message – you will not get a live person. Our Intake Team will call you back within 3 business days.

Our Intake Line operates on weekdays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, but is closed during the following:

  • The lunch hour from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
  • Wednesdays 9:00 am to 1:30 pm
  • Fridays 12:30 pm to 5:00 pm
  • During in person intake service appointment hours (Mondays and Tuesdays from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm)

We are closed on weekends and statutory holidays.

*Hours are subject to change.

Legal Info Posts & News

Basics on How to Start an Application in The Permanent Residence Portal

This information is current as of September 15, 2025. The purpose of this article is to provide a basic introduction to the internet portal used to apply for permanent residence in Canada, as well as to apply to renew permanent resident cards or permanent resident travel documents (for permanent residents who are outside of Canada).

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Call for Board Nominations!

We’re looking for candidates to join our volunteer Board of Directors Candidates must meet the following requirements: Must be a member of DVCLS Must be at least 18 years of age Must live or work within our catchment area Commitment to attend Board meetings throughout the year and actively participate on the Board and subcommittees Our Board members are people who work or live in the communities we serve.

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CDCP Dental Coverage – Are You Covered? Don’t Forget to Renew!

By: Kimber-lee Wargalla, Community Outreach Co-Ordinator, Advocacy Centre for the Elderly The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is making dental care more affordable for eligible Canadians. If you have not applied yet, or are already enrolled, here’s what you need to know: WHO IS ELIGIBLE? ✔ You don’t have access to dental insurance ✔ Have filed your tax returns for the previous year ✔ You’re a Canadian resident for tax purposes ✔ Individuals or couples with a net annual income under $70,000 – Full coverage or between $70,000 and $90,000 – Partial coverage Already receiving dental benefits through a government program?

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Events

Taylor Massey Seniors Active Living Health and Wellness Fair

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DVCLS Annual General Meeting 2025

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