Community Legal Assistance Sarnia (CLAS) - Tenant / Housing Law
Community Legal Assistance Sarnia (CLAS) is the local free legal clinic, paid for by Legal Aid Ontario. It gives free legal help to lower-income people in Sarnia and Lambton on housing problems, including disputes with a landlord, filling out forms, and speaking for you at the Landlord and Tenant Board.
What you get
Free local help
Who it's for
Lower-income people who live in Sarnia or Lambton County.
This takes you to the official website
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:
- Lower-income people who live in Sarnia or Lambton County
- The clinic checks if you qualify based on your income and the type of problem
What to do next
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The fine print
More details about the money
Free legal advice, help with documents, and representation. There is no fee if you qualify.
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
Lower-income people who live in Sarnia or Lambton County. The clinic checks if you qualify based on your income and the type of problem.
Good to know
Phone (519-332-8055), toll-free (1-888-916-2527), address (First Sarnia Place, 201 Front St N, #100, Sarnia N7T 7T9) and Landlord and Tenant Board representation all confirmed on the clinic's own page. Slug prefixed with city.
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