StepsToJustice
StepsToJustice is a website that offers free information about legal problems. They have a page on housing laws.
ACORN Canada
ACORN Canada is a multi-issue independent organization of members from low- and moderate income people who have a long history of organizing tenants and fighting for social and economic justice.
Advocacy Centre for Tenants Ontario (ACTO)
The Advocacy Centre for Tenants Ontario (ACTO) is a speciality community legal clinic located at 55 University Ave #1500 who specialize in provincial mandate to advance and protect low-income families who need tenant and housing support.
Canadian Centre for Housing Rights
The Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) is Canada’s leading organization working to advance the right to housing. They support renters to help them stay housed, providing education and training on housing rights, and advancing rights-based housing policies.
They are open Monday - Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
You can reach them at 416-944-0087 or 1-800-263-11399 (toll-free)
The Federation of Metro Tenants Association (FMTA)
The Federation of Metro Tenants Association (FMTA) is a non profit organization which advocates for the rights of tenants and is the oldest and largest Tenant Federation in Canada. They can help tenants by providing resources and support to understanding your rights, landlord disputes, navigate eviction process and get guidance for Landlord and Tenant Board hearings.
You can learn more about them on their website or you can call their Tenant hotline at 416-921-9494.
No Demovictions
A demolition short form for a demolition-driven eviction happens when a landlord removes tenants so the building can be demolished and replaced with new units that are usually rented at much higher rates. It often means long-term renters lose their homes, communities and affordable housing.
If you are facing a demovictions you can visit the No demovicition website to learn more and access resources to help you know your rights in this process.