In short
Innocence Canada (formerly the Association in Defence of the Wrongly Convicted or AIDWYC) is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1993 and incorporated in 2000.
- Who it is for
- Youth, Adults; Youth, Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- Help right now, Safety from harm, Legal help and my rights, Learning and school, Knowing where to go, Skills for work
- Where
- 555 Richmond St W, #1111 Toronto, ON M5V 3B1
- How to reach
- (416) 504-7500 · inquiries@innocencecanada.com · Website
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About this organization
Innocence Canada (formerly the Association in Defence of the Wrongly Convicted or AIDWYC) is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1993 and incorporated in 2000.
Innocence Canadas mandate is to identify, advocate for, and exonerate individuals who have been convicted of a crime they did not commit and to prevent wrongful convictions through legal education and reform.
In the years since its inception, Innocence Canadas team of volunteers have reviewed hundreds of cases, leading to the successful exoneration of over 23 innocent people who together spent more than 200 years in prison for crimes they did not commit. Innocence Canadas team of pro-bono lawyers are currently reviewing approximately 80 claims of innocence.
How do I get in touch?
Call (416) 504-7500, email inquiries@innocencecanada.com, or use the website.
Listed in Toronto, Ontario.
555 Richmond St W, #1111 Toronto, ON M5V 3B1
555 Richmond St W, #1111 Toronto, ON M5V 3B1Toronto, Ontario
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