Our last Free Income Tax Clinic for Seniors will be on April 28 and we have 2 spots remaining!

Don’t miss out—register today: bit.ly/TaxApril28

Eviction bylaw unfairly impacts women, Kitchener encampment lawyers argue | CBC News The Region of Waterloo was in court Friday to discuss the future of 100 Victoria St. N., in Kitchener. There is currently an encampment on the lot. The region, which owns the land, says it needs the p...

Eviction bylaw unfairly impacts women, Kitchener encampment lawyers argue

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Final day of Kitchener encampment hearing wraps up The fate of a longstanding encampment in Kitchener, Ont. is now in the hands of a judge.

The final day of hearings on the 100 Victoria St. encampment has wrapped.
This case continues to raise urgent questions about housing, rights, and how our community supports unhoused neighbours.

To read the article, visit bit.ly/4eyFG5B

Judge reserves decision on potential shutdown of Kitchener encampment Region of Waterloo wants the land in June to store equipment that will be used to build $131M transit hub

"Region of Waterloo wants the land in June to store equipment that will be used to build $131M transit hub" - Waterloo Region Record

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CCLA Intervenes in Waterloo Encampment Case to Defend Rights of Unhoused Residents - CCLA With Bill C-25, the government once again fails to protect privacy in federal political campaigning, leaving voters in Canada unprotected.

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Judge reserves decision on encampment eviction bylaw Courtroom proceedings in the case between the region and the residents of the encampment at 100 Victoria Street came to an end on Monday.

"After three days of hearing arguments from both sides on whether or not clearing that encampment breaches the charter rights of those living there, Ontario Superior Court Justice Michael Gibson has reserved his decision."

To read the full article, visit bit.ly/3OjV77k

The third and final day of the 100 Victoria St. Encampment hearing will be on April 20 beginning at 9:30am.

Please join us in person or virtually at bit.ly/4tHgSwB

For more info about the case, visit www.wrcls.ca/3878-2/

Lawyers for Kitchener encampment say removing encampment residents is a violation of rights On day two of the hearing to decide the fate of the encampment at 100 Victoria Street in Kitchener, lawyers for each side sparred over their interpretation of the Canadia Charter of Rights and Freedom...

The third and final day of the hearing is scheduled for April 20.

To read the full article: bit.ly/4cSa0a4

Judge hears arguments on potential clearing of Kitchener encampment Superior Court hearing began Thursday and continues Friday

"Justice Michael Gibson is hearing arguments on the Region of Waterloo’s plan to shut down the encampment.

The region, which owns the land, originally wanted the encampment cleared by April 1."

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Kitchener encampment site needed in June for transit hub construction, Region tells court | CBC News The Region of Waterloo is in court Thursday to discuss the future of 100 Victoria St. N., in Kitchener. There is currently an encampment on the lot. The region, which owns the land, says it needs the ...

"Thursday was the first of three scheduled days in court with Kitchener Justice Michael Gibson . The region is seeking guidance on a new site specific bylaw for the property at 100 Victoria St. N., which the region owns." - CBC News

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"It’s not the first time the municipality has attempted to clear that site through a bylaw. In 2023, a superior court justice argued that the region’s attempts to clear the area violated the charter rights of those living there."

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Region of Waterloo back in court in hopes to clear Kitchener encampment The Region of Waterloo is back in court seeking judicial approval to clear the encampment at 100 Victoria Street in Kitchener.

"The hearing will resume Friday where lawyers from the Waterloo Community Legal Services representing the encampment will argue their case."

To read the full article, visit bit.ly/48Uy0XM

Join us in showing support for encampment residents and neighbours at the 100 Victoria St. hearings. You can attend in person or tune in virtually!

Hearing Link: bit.ly/4tHgSwB
Meeting ID: 654 4308 0378
Passcode: 372396

For more info visit: wrcls.ca/3878-2/

We’re pleased to partner with @AFROKitchener to host Drop-In Legal Clinics!
Join us monthly in Kitchener to get free legal support.

📍 AFRO, 737 Belmont Ave. W, Suite 4
📅 Starting April 23

For more information, please contact AFRO at (548) 889-3506 or info@afrofamily.ca

Our Free Income Tax Clinic for Seniors on April 14 is now fully booked—thank you for the incredible interest!

Good news: there are still a few spots available for April 28. Don’t miss out—register today: bit.ly/TaxApril28

WRCLS is recruiting new Board Members!

Join us to help provide equal access to justice for everyone in our community. The WRCLS Board of Directors is a governing body that oversees the organization’s activities.

For more info visit: wrcls.ca/volunteer

Join us for a town hall for Arabic-speaking tenants to learn about your rights and how to advocate for yourself.

Hosted with Aislinn Clancy’s office, Muslim Social Services of Waterloo Region, and SDC Eviction Prevention. Interpreters and refreshments provided. All are welcome!

📅Our next Free Drop-in Legal Clinic at the Multi-Agency Community Space (MACS) is on Thursday, April 16 from 1 to 4pm.

If you are experiencing homelessness or precarious housing and you have a legal issue, come talk to us and get legal support for free! No appointment needed!

A recent decision from the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario highlights the serious consequences of workplace sexual harassment and employer inaction. Accountability matters.

Call SHAPE for free confidential legal information and advice at 1-833-677-5146.
#ShapeYourWorkplace

🗓️Clients of organizations connected to The Family Centre are invited to book a free 30-minute legal appointment for support with housing, employment, immigration, and other legal matters.
📍 65 Hanson Ave, Kitchener
📞 Book an appointment by visiting bit.ly/freelegal2026

Our office will be closed April 3-6.

Please connect with us through our web contact form at www.wrcls.ca/web-contact and we will reconnect with you as soon as possible.

A $9.5M settlement marks an important step toward accountability for workplace sexual misconduct and discrimination.

No one should have to endure harm at work—and every voice matters.

Call SHAPE for free confidential legal information and advice at 1-833-677-5146.

WRCLS is seeking a Community Development Coordinator to join our team.

Applications must include a resume and cover letter to be received no later than Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Please send by email to Lynn Kubis at lynn.kubis@wrcls.clcj.ca.

Our office will be closed on Friday, March 27 for staff training.

Please contact us at wrcls.ca/web-contact and we will reconnect with you as soon as possible.

📌 We will be back at Woolwich Community Services on this Wednesday, March 25 from 9 am to 12 pm.
☎️ Contact Woolwich Community Services to book an appointment and speak directly with a legal staff for free legal help!

We are pleased to share that we'll be partnering with University of Waterloo / Graduate Student Association-University of Waterloo to host a free Tenant & Housing Legal Rights Workshop on March 23, from 1pm to 2pm.

A recent Ontario case highlights the serious impact of workplace sexual assault. In N.M. v. C.T. (2026 ONSC 365), a server was awarded nearly $140,000 in damages after being assaulted by her employer. Learn more in our post.

Call SHAPE for free and confidential legal advice at 1-833-677-5146.

📅 Our next Free Drop-in Legal Clinic at the Multi-Agency Community Space (MACS) is on March 19 from 1pm to 4pm.

If you are experiencing homelessness or precarious housing and you have a legal issue, come talk to us and get legal support for free! No appointment needed!

📍We’re teaming up with North Dumfries Community Health Centre to bring free mobile legal clinics to the community.
The next session is on Thursday, February 19.
Get free, confidential legal info & advice on a range of legal issues.

👉 Book your free appointment: bit.ly/AyrLegal26

📍We’re teaming up with North Dumfries Community Health Centre to bring free mobile legal clinics to the community.
The next session is on Thursday, February 19.
Get free, confidential legal info & advice on a range of legal issues.
👉 Book your free appointment: bit.ly/AyrLegal26