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<h2>Summary</h2><ul><li>Job Title: RCLC Board of Directors – Various Roles&nbsp;</li><li>Location: Hybrid - most meetings are virtual; some in-person meetings in North Etobicoke</li><li>Compensation: N/A; Volunteer</li><li>Employment Type: Unpaid volunteer position</li></ul><h2>About us</h2>Rexdale Community Legal Clinic is a dedicated organization committed to providing legal assistance and advocacy to the community. Our focus is on ensuring access to justice and empowering individuals through comprehensive legal support, education, and law reform.<h2>What you will do</h2><ul><li>Participate in board meetings and contribute to strategic planning and decision-making.</li><li>Oversee the clinic's activities and ensure they align with the mission and values of the organization.</li><li>Provide guidance and support to the executive director and staff.</li><li>Engage with the community and stakeholders to promote the clinic's services.</li><li>Ensure financial stability and sustainability of the clinic.</li></ul><h2>What we are looking for</h2><ul><li>Required: Experience in governance, leadership, or board management.</li><li>Required: Strong commitment to social justice and community service.</li><li>Optional: Legal background or experience in the legal field.</li><li>Optional: Previous experience with non-profit organizations.</li></ul><h2>Why join us?</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.</li><li>Collaborative and supportive environment.</li><li>Chance to work with a passionate team dedicated to social justice.</li><li>Develop leadership skills and gain experience in governance.</li></ul><h2>Our Hiring process</h2><ul><li>Initial application review.</li><li>Interview with current board members.</li><li>Final selection and onboarding process.</li></ul><h2>Place of work / Location</h2><ul><li>Location: Hybrid - most meetings are virtual; some in-person meetings in North Etobicoke</li></ul><h2>How to apply for this job</h2>Apply to this job by carefully following the instructions in this job posting or by sending your resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:gen2@rex.clcj.ca" target="_blank">gen2@rex.clcj.ca</a>

Rexdale Community Legal Clinic

RCLC Board of Directors – Various Roles

Prisoners’ Legal Services (PLS) is looking for a passionate, strategic, empathetic and dedicated person to join our efforts to protect the rights and dignity of people in prison as a staff lawyer focusing on human rights and healthcare.

Prisoners' Legal Services/West Coast Prison Justice Society

Staff Lawyer – Human Rights & Healthcare Program

Prisoners’ Legal Services (PLS) is seeking a passionate, strategic, empathetic and collaborative Director of Legal Services to join our efforts to protect the rights and dignity of people in prison and oversee the legal work of the organization.&nbsp;The Director of Legal Services is a new position that will have primary responsibility for ensuring the quality, rigour and values alignment of the organization’s legal services, legal information, and strategic litigation. The Legal Director works closely and collaboratively with the Executive Director in a shared and distributed leadership model, and collaborates regularly with the Director of Programs.

Director of Legal Services

Join our Board of Directors!Are you committed to justice and equity for migrant workers? The Centre for Migrant Worker Rights Nova Scotia (CMWR NS) is seeking dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors and help guide our governance, growth, and sustainability as we work to ensure fair and dignified treatment for migrant workers across the province.Time Commitment: 5–10 hours per month for a two-year renewable term.We are particularly looking for people with expertise in the following areas:• Organizational governance• Finances, including bookkeeping, accounting and budgeting•Resource development, including fundraising, grantwriting, and partnerships• Legal training and experience• Human resources, including volunteer managementCMWR NS strives to build a diverse and inclusive Board that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience of migration, xenophobia, and racism—including but not limited to migrant workers, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), and other equity-deserving groups.How to Apply: To apply, please email a brief expression of interest outlining your relevant experience, skills, and—if you wish—any lived experience or perspectives you hope to bring to the Board,&nbsp;along with your CV, to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:migrantworkerrights.ns@gmail.com" target="_blank">migrantworkerrights.ns@gmail.com</a>.&nbsp;You can review the Board Member role descriptions&nbsp;<a href="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6029a4f9e25d8144c70caa49/t/689367acde624e4f0b0bfb59/1754490796753/CMWR+NS+Board+Members_+Role+Descriptions.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>. Please indicate if you're interested in a specific Officer position.Deadline:&nbsp;Wednesday, August 27th. If we have vacancies after this date, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.&nbsp;

Centre for Migrant Worker Rights

Board Members

Writer / Copywriter (remote, volunteer) Organization: Right to Live Canada Commitment: Part-Time, ~ 5-7+ hours per week, Remote------ About Right to Live Canada Right to Live Canada is a national non-profit organization dedicated to combating poverty-driven euthanasia and alleviating poverty-induced suffering among Canadians with disabilities.------ The Opportunity Right to Live Canada is a new start-up non-profit dedicated to empowering Canadians with disabilities. We are seeking four to six very talented writers to join us as our team of copywriters. This team will provide writing for things like pages on our website, brochures and other print media, and potentially internal documents like program outlines and plans. Ideally, we seek well-read individuals who are extremely strong cognitively in logic and systems, as well as verbal and language, so that they can understand our organization, cause, and the background behind it, and communicate that effectively in writing. A demonstrated, proven, top level writing ability is required, preferably with good experience in marketing.Our current plan for our teams workload is as follows: - website copywriting ( 2 - 3 volunteers) - newsletter (1 volunteer) - print materials (1 volunteer) - internal documents (1 volunteer)You will meet via Google Meet with our Executive Director to gather all required information and do knowledge transfer, read given documents and articles as necessary background, then perform given writing tasks. This role is done entirely remotely via Slack and Google Workspace (docs, sheets, drive, etc) tools, as our office is remote-first. You may also be given the task of taking existing writing and edit / improving it.We are a rapidly growing, start-up non-profit organization that seeks to become a national movement to support Canadians with disabilities against systemic poverty-based suffering and the spectre of poverty-driven euthanasia and suicide that take countless lives each year. Your writing skills will provide the essential written communication to ensure we have the maximum chance of success in making an impact. By raising awareness amongst the general Canadian public, as well as doing direct impact programs, we intend to make a difference and save lives.Thank you for taking the time to read our ad. If you feel you might be suitable for this volunteer role, please email your resume to <a href="mailto:Volunteer@RightToLive.ca" target="_blank">Volunteer@RightToLive.ca</a>.

Right to Live Canada

Writer / Copywriter (remote, volunteer)

180 Dundas St W 
8th Floor 

 Toronto, Ontario 
M7A 0A1 


Telephone 
1-866-625-5179 
(416) 597-4900 

Fax 
1-866-625-5180 
(416) 597-4901 

TTY 
1-866-612-8627 
(416) 597-4903 


<a href="http://www.hrlsc.on.ca" target="_blank">www.hrlsc.on.ca</a> 


 
The Human Rights Legal Support Centre is an agency of the Government of Ontario 

Le Centre d’assistance juridique en matière de droits de la personne est un organisme du Gouvernement de l’Ontario 


 
(2) HUMAN RIGHTS REPRESENTATIVE (HRR) 


 
The Human Rights Legal Support Centre (HRLSC) provides a broad range of free legal assistance to individuals throughout 
Ontario who have experienced discrimination contrary to Ontario’s Human Rights Code. The HRLSC is seeking applications 
for two (2) Human Rights Representatives (HRR) to conduct pre-application and application stage interviews with the 
purpose of providing information, advice and assistance to individuals who want to file applications with the Human Rights 
Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO). Under the supervision and direction of the Manager- Early Intervention &amp; Mediation Services 
(EIMS), the HRRs will assist clients to provide a range of early intervention services, including interviews, preparing assertion 
of rights and/or demand letters, conducting negotiations with respondents, and/or preparing and filing HRTO applications. 
 
Qualifications include in-depth knowledge of human rights legislation in Ontario, including the Human Rights Code and related 
statutes (employment and housing). The successful applicant will have excellent overall knowledge of the legal system as it 
applies to adjudicative boards and tribunals, and the process for preparing and presenting cases before such boards and 
tribunals. As well as commitment to applying the principles of cultural competence, including recognition of the need to deliver 
services to the public in a manner that recognizes the unique needs of diverse communities. Computer skills including Microsoft 
Office Word, Outlook and experience using a case management or data base system are required. Certification by the Law 
Society of Ontario as a paralegal is an asset but not a requirement for this position. 
 
Full Job Description 
 
These are full-time, contract positions until March 2028, and are part of the OPSEU Bargaining Unit. These positions offer a 
hybrid work schedule, requiring a combination of in-person work from the HRLSC’s Toronto head office and remote work from 
home, each week. This arrangement may be subject to change as part of the HRLSC’s Recovery Plan process. The HRLSC 
provides a competitive total compensation package. Salary range for these positions is $60,901 - $78,469. The usual hours of 
work are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. 
 
How to apply 
 
Applications must: 
1. Be submitted as one attachment 
2. Include a resume and a covering letter, addressed to the attention of Human Resources 
3. Be submitted by e-mail to: <a href="mailto:jobapplication@hrlsc.on.ca" target="_blank">jobapplication@hrlsc.on.ca</a> 
4. Have the subject line: Human Rights Representative (HRR) – 20250808 
 
The Human Rights Legal Support Centre is committed to equity and diversity and encourages applications from people who 
are reflective of Indigenous and diverse communities. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human 

Rights Code. Accessible formats of this posting are available upon request. 
 

Application Deadline: Monday, August 18, 2025 @ 9:00 a.m. 
 

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity. 
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 


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Human Rights Legal Support Centre (HRLSC)

20250808 Human Rights Representative (HRR)

180 Dundas St W 
8th Floor 

 Toronto, Ontario 
M7A 0A1 


Telephone 
1-866-625-5179 
(416) 597-4900 

Fax 
1-866-625-5180 
(416) 597-4901 

TTY 
1-866-612-8627 
(416) 597-4903 


<a href="http://www.hrlsc.on.ca" target="_blank">www.hrlsc.on.ca</a> 


 
The Human Rights Legal Support Centre is an agency of the Government of Ontario 

Le Centre d’assistance juridique en matière de droits de la personne est un organisme du Gouvernement de l’Ontario 


(3) LEGAL SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE (LSR) 
 

The Human Rights Legal Support Centre (HRLSC) provides a broad range of free legal assistance to individuals throughout 
Ontario who have experienced discrimination contrary to Ontario’s Human Rights Code. The HRLSC is seeking applications 
for three (3) Legal Services Representatives to support the HRLSC in promoting early resolution of discrimination claims by 
specializing in pre-application and application stage legal support services. 

Qualifications include in-depth knowledge of human rights legislation in Ontario, including the Human Rights Code and related 
statutes (employment and housing). The successful applicant will have excellent overall knowledge of the legal system as it 
applies to adjudicative boards and tribunals, and the process for preparing and presenting cases before such boards and 
tribunals. As well as commitment to applying the principles of cultural competence, including recognition of the need to deliver 
services to the public in a manner that recognizes the unique needs of diverse communities. Computer skills including Microsoft 
Office Word, Outlook and experience using a case management or data base system are required. Certification by the Law 
Society of Ontario as a paralegal is an asset but not a requirement for this position. 

 
Full Job Description 
 
These are full-time, contract positions until March 2028, and are part of the OPSEU Bargaining Unit. These positions offer a 
hybrid work schedule, requiring a combination of in-person work from the HRLSC’s Toronto head office and remote work from 
home, each week. This arrangement may be subject to change as part of the HRLSC’s Recovery Plan process. The HRLSC 
provides a competitive total compensation package. Salary range for this position is $65,586 - $96,037. The usual hours of 
work are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. 

 
How to apply 
 
Applications must: 
1. Be submitted as one attachment 
2. Include a resume and a covering letter, addressed to the attention of Human Resources 
3. Be submitted by e-mail to: <a href="mailto:jobapplication@hrlsc.on.ca" target="_blank">jobapplication@hrlsc.on.ca</a> 
4. Have the subject line: Legal Services Representative (LSR) – 20250808 
 
The Human Rights Legal Support Centre is committed to equity and diversity and encourages applications from people who 
are reflective of Indigenous and diverse communities. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human 

Rights Code. Accessible formats of this posting are available upon request. 

 
Application Deadline: Monday, August 18, 2025 @ 9:00 a.m. 

 
We thank you for your interest in this opportunity. 

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 


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20250808 Legal Services Representative (LSR)

180 Dundas St W 
8th Floor 

 Toronto, Ontario 
M7A 0A1 


Telephone 
1-866-625-5179 
(416) 597-4900 

Fax 
1-866-625-5180 
(416) 597-4901 

TTY 
1-866-612-8627 
(416) 597-4903 


<a href="http://www.hrlsc.on.ca" target="_blank">www.hrlsc.on.ca</a> 


 
The Human Rights Legal Support Centre is an agency of the Government of Ontario 

Le Centre d’assistance juridique en matière de droits de la personne est un organisme du Gouvernement de l’Ontario 


OUTREACH, EDUCATION &amp; ACCESS TO JUSTICE ADVOCATE 
 

The Human Rights Legal Support Centre (HRLSC) provides a broad range of free legal assistance to individuals 
throughout Ontario who have experienced discrimination contrary to Ontario’s Human Rights Code. The HRLSC is 
seeking applications for an Outreach, Education &amp; Access to Justice Advocate to develop, coordinate, and deliver 
outreach and public legal information, education and awareness initiatives designed to promote stakeholder and public 
awareness of and equitable access to HRLSC legal services, advice and assistance respecting the infringement of 
rights under the Code. The role will help lead and coordinate HRLSC strategic efforts to increase and improve access 
to legal services and supports for people in Ontario, especially those who are most marginalized and vulnerable to 
discrimination. 
 
Qualifications include the ability to use knowledge of relevant theories, principles and best practices relating to 
community and stakeholder outreach, engagement and relationship-building and management, including to enhance 
service access for marginalized communities especially vulnerable to discrimination. Strong understanding of 
discrimination and harassment under the Ontario’s Human Rights Code and related redress processes and options. 
High-level computer and digital literacy skills, including website, visual/graphic design, and social media 
management. Commitment to applying the principles of cultural competence in performing the job responsibilities, 
including recognition of the need to deliver services to the public in a manner that recognizes the unique needs of 
the diverse communities served by the HRLSC. Standing with the Law Society of Ontario is an asset. Ability to 
communicate in French is not mandatory but strongly preferred. 
 
Full Job Description 
 
This is a full-time, contract position until March 2028, and is part of the OPSEU Bargaining Unit. This position offers a 
hybrid work schedule, requiring a combination of in-person work from the HRLSC’s Toronto head office and remote 
work from home, each week. This arrangement may be subject to change as part of the HRLSC’s Recovery Plan 
process. The HRLSC provides a competitive total compensation package. Salary range for this position is $81,060 - 
$98,975.65. The usual hours of work are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. 
 
How to apply 
 

Applications must: 
1. Be submitted as one attachment 
2. Include a resume and a covering letter, addressed to the attention of Human Resources 
3. Be submitted by e-mail to: <a href="mailto:jobapplication@hrlsc.on.ca" target="_blank">jobapplication@hrlsc.on.ca</a> 
4. Have the subject line: Outreach, Education &amp; Access to Justice Advocate – 20250808 
 
The Human Rights Legal Support Centre is committed to equity and diversity and encourages applications from people who are 
reflective of Indigenous and diverse communities. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights 

Code. Accessible formats of this posting are available upon request. 
 

Application Deadline: Monday, August 25, 2025 @ 9:00 a.m. 
 

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity. 
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 


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20250808 Outreach, Education & Access to Justice Advocate

Are you a legal professional passionate about using your skills to protect and empower a growing non-profit?Right to Live is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented legal professional to provide pro-bono counsel. As we launch our "TipTap for a Cause" initiative, we require a solid legal framework to ensure our operations are compliant, professional, and secure. This is a foundational role with a direct and lasting impact on our ability to serve vulnerable Canadians.You will be the architect of the legal documents that underpin our partnerships with businesses, our relationship with volunteers, and our commitment to privacy and transparency.--- Key Responsibilities: + Drafting Core Agreements: Create the primary "TipTap Hosting Agreement" that will be signed by our community business partners. + Developing Volunteer Documentation: Draft a comprehensive Volunteer Agreement, including clauses for non-disclosure (NDA), liability, and code of conduct. + Ensuring Compliance: Develop and review our Privacy Policy to ensure full compliance with Canadian privacy legislation (PIPEDA). + Risk Management: Create other necessary legal documents, such as liability waivers, to protect the organization. + General Counsel: Provide guidance to the management team on legal matters related to contracts, liability, and compliance as they arise within the scope of the program.--- Ideal Candidate Profile: + Must be a qualified lawyer in good standing with a provincial or territorial law society in Canada. + Experience in contract law--- Why Volunteer Your Legal Expertise with Us? + High-Impact Pro Bono Work: Make a tangible and lasting contribution to a vital cause by applying your specialized legal skills. This is a perfect opportunity to fulfill pro-bono goals. + Build Our Foundation: You will be creating the essential legal framework for a national non-profit, shaping its future success and security. + Flexible &amp; Remote: This role can be performed remotely and on a flexible schedule that respects your professional commitments. + Defined Scope of Work: The initial requirements are clear and focused, allowing for a manageable and highly effective volunteer engagement.If you are a legal professional interested in lending your invaluable expertise to our mission, we would be honored to speak with you.Please contact us at &nbsp;<a href="mailto:Volunteer@RightToLive.ca" target="_blank">Volunteer@RightToLive.ca</a> to discuss this opportunity further.

Legal Counsel / Advisor (Flexible, Remote)

Volunteer Privacy Officer (Remote) Organization: Right to Live Canada Commitment: Part-Time, Flexible, Remote------ About Right to Live Canada Right to Live Canada is a national non-profit organization dedicated to combating poverty-driven euthanasia and alleviating poverty-induced suffering among Canadians with disabilities.------ The Opportunity We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Privacy Officer to oversee all aspects of privacy compliance and data governance across our organization. This is a critical role in safeguarding sensitive information, ensuring adherence to applicable privacy legislation, and building trust with donors, partners, and beneficiaries.------ Key Responsibilities - Policy Development &amp; Compliance Draft, implement, and maintain organizational privacy policies in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation (e.g., PIPEDA, provincial privacy laws).- Risk Assessment &amp; Mitigation Conduct periodic risk assessments to identify privacy vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions.- Training &amp; Awareness Develop basic training resources and guidance for volunteers handling personal information.- Incident Response Establish and oversee procedures for managing privacy incidents and breaches, including documentation and reporting requirements.- Third-Party Compliance Review vendor and partner relationships for compliance with privacy standards.------ Qualifications - Strong understanding of Canadian privacy laws and data protection principles (PIPEDA familiarity essential). - Prior experience in privacy, compliance, legal, or risk management roles preferred. - Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. - Ability to work independently in a start-up, resource-limited non-profit environment.------ What We Offer - An opportunity to define and lead privacy governance for a growing national non-profit. - Flexible, remote volunteer position with significant strategic impact. - Recognition and experience in a specialized leadership role within the non-profit sector. - LinkedIn endorsement and letter of reference after three months of active, successful volunteering------ To Apply: Please send your CV and a brief statement of interest to <a href="mailto:volunteer@RightToLive.ca" target="_blank">volunteer@RightToLive.ca</a> with the subject line: Volunteer Privacy Officer Application.

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