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Justice for Children and Youth (JFCY) is a leading expert on children’s rights.
JFCY provides legal representation to children and youth in the province of Ontario. They are a non-profit legal aid clinic that specializes in protecting the rights of those facing conflicts with the legal system, education, social service or mental health systems. They give summary legal advice, information and assistance to young people, parents (in education matters), professionals and community groups across Ontario.
What They Do
Justice for Children and Youth (JFCY) has staff lawyers who represent and advocate for youth under 18 and unstably housed youth and youth with precarious immigration status under 25. If you have a legal problem or you have any questions you can contact them.
JFCY’s staff lawyers provide direct legal assistance in all areas of children’s law to eligible children and youth in the province of Ontario. In conjunction with legal assistance, we provide community outreach and public legal education. They also give summary legal advice, information and assistance to young people, professionals and community groups.
JFCY advocates for law and policy reform. They monitor and respond to current developments and proposed changes to the laws which affect children. A wide range of publications and legal materials are maintained for public use.
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