Elgin-Oxford Legal Clinic
A free community legal clinic (funded by Legal Aid Ontario) for people with low incomes in Oxford and Elgin counties. They give advice, help with paperwork, and can represent you at the Landlord and Tenant Board if you are facing eviction. They also help with ODSP, Ontario Works, employment, and Canada Pension Plan problems.
What you get
Free local help
Who it's for
People with low incomes living in Oxford County, Elgin County, and Oneida of the Thames, Chippewa of the Thames, and Munsee-Delaware First Nations.
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What to have ready
Documents they may ask for
- Government ID for everyone in your household, if available
- A copy of your lease or rent agreement
- Recent rent receipt, ledger, or proof of what you owe
- Recent pay stubs, benefit statement, or income proof
- ODSP, Ontario Works, CPP, OAS, or other benefit statement if you have one
- Recent bank statement, if the program asks for it
What to say when you call
“Hi, I am looking for housing help. Can you tell me if this program fits my situation, what documents I need, and whether there is anyone who can help me apply?”
If no one answers, leave your name and number slowly, then try 211 while you wait.
Can I get this?
You have a good chance if this sounds like you:
- Free for those who qualify
What to do next
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The fine print
More details about the money
Free legal help (no charge).
Amounts and eligibility change. Confirm the current figure with the program administrator through the official link before you rely on it.
The full eligibility rules
People with low incomes living in Oxford County, Elgin County, and Oneida of the Thames, Chippewa of the Thames, and Munsee-Delaware First Nations. Free for those who qualify.
Good to know
VERIFIED on official clinic site and Legal Aid Ontario. Main office 98 Centre Street, St. Thomas N5R 2Z7; Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm; phone 519-633-2638, toll-free 1-866-611-2311, TTY 711. Does NOT handle criminal, family, or refugee law (refers those to Legal Aid Ontario). CORRECTION: the original draft's claim of a Woodstock satellite office could NOT be confirmed on official sources and was removed - confirm in-person service options for Oxford clients by phone.
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