Housing and homelessness in Toronto, Ontario
Ernestine's - Housing and Legal Program
Offered by Ernestine's Women's Shelter
Website checked March 2026
In short
The legal system often acts as a barrier to many women in the shelter as most are unaware of their legal rights or obligations.
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- This organization's address is confidential and is not published.
- Who it is for
- Children, Women, Newcomers and immigrants; Women, Newcomer (arrived within 5 years), Immigrant (arrived over 5 years ago), Children (4-12)
- What it helps with
- Help right now, A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Safety from harm, Legal help and my rights, Knowing where to go, Making my own choices
- How to reach
- Contact through Ernestine's Women's Shelter: (416) 746-3701 · Website
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- , by HelpSeeker
About this service
The legal system often acts as a barrier to many women in the shelter as most are unaware of their legal rights or obligations. This often results in women not receiving proper child support, custody or protection from their abuser. The Legal Support program offers women access to sources of support and helps clients navigate through the legal systems. The program provides assistance to:
- determine legal needs
- provide legal information
- referrals to lawyers and community based agencies
- advocate with various social systems
- provide accompaniments to legal appointments and court appearances
- assist clients with forms such as legal aid applications, immigration applications, Humanitarian and Compassionate applications, and Child and Spousal support applications.
How do I get in touch?
Call (416) 746-3701, or use the website.
Listed in Toronto, Ontario.