JFCY

JFCY is a specialty legal clinic for young people under 18 and homeless youth under 25. JFCY lawyers are the legal experts in protecting the rights of children.

[Ontario Bar Association @OBAlawyers]

Congratulations to Mary Birdsell, Executive Director, @JFCY, recipient of the inaugural OBA Award of Excellence in Child and Youth Law! Join us to celebrate our esteemed award-winner on November 20. https://t.co/t7Xu63KJ0Z

[JFCY @JFCY]

One of our summer students wrote a blog post for the OBA Child and Youth Law Section about a recent case we intervened in, affirming the rights of children with capacity to make decisions about their own health care under Ontario’s Health Care Consent Act

https://t.co/Jiidy2vOyq

[JFCY @JFCY]

@OJEN_ROEJ We are SO PROUD of you, Sarah!

[OJEN / ROEJ @OJEN_ROEJ]

Sarah Pole is the 18th recipient of OJEN’s Chief Justices’ Award. For over 20 years, in various leadership capacities, she has demonstrated a deep commitment to social justice and support for youth. Ontario’s three Chief Justices presented Sarah with the award on October 21st.

[JFCY @JFCY]

JFCY was an intervener at this important @SCC_eng appeal on when a young person can be sentenced as an adult (I.M. / S.B. vs. His Majesty the King (Ontario)) https://t.co/0TphrIiViB(via @reuters) read our full factum https://t.co/7yJJ9sV1QA #cdnlaw #canlaw #crimlaw

[JFCY @JFCY]

Honour Indigenous identity and culture. June marks Canada's National Indigenous History month. #NIHM2024 Amplify Indigenous voices, traditions and contributions - keep learning and growing.

[JFCY @JFCY]

Pride Month - Be Proud. Be Pride.
Reflect. Empower. Unite.

[The Rundown @therundowntvo]

Many undocumented youth struggle to access public services like health care and education. Does Canada do enough to protect them? @spaikin asked Sarah Pole (@jfcy), @AkilAugustine, Arlo Kempf (@OISEUofT) & Stefan Enrique Joseph Kallikaden (@RefugeeCentre) https://t.co/TgG0SrPUQw

[JFCY @JFCY]

Our ED, Mary Birdsell, will be speaking at the upcoming @OBAlawyers Program Advanced Issues in Child Protection Law on May 22. Check out the agenda - we'd love to see you there: https://t.co/ukHr1bshwH

[Vote16 Canada @Vote16Canada]

On May 29, join Vote16 Canada, @apathyisboring, @TheSamaraCentre, @blackvotecanada and more for Canada's first ever Vote16 Summit!

Featuring exciting speakers🧵
Register here: https://t.co/91GNuyCg4Q

[JFCY @JFCY]

We are happy to share that Katherine Long, one of our lawyers, was elected to the @_CAPSLE board last week. Go Katherine! Thank you to Emily Chan, JFCY lawyer, who served on the CAPSLE board from 2020-2024.

[JFCY @JFCY]

JFCY lawyers are looking forward to presenting about student rights at the @_CAPSLE 2024 annual conference. April 28-30, 2024 at the Sheraton Hotel in Toronto: https://t.co/Rel6TYlo6j

[JFCY @JFCY]

Empowering women empowers humanity. Break barriers, challenge stereotypes, and foster inclusivity. This #InternationalWomensDay let's #InspireInclusion #IWD2024

[JFCY @JFCY]

Today is a day dedicated to standing up against bullying. @pinkshirtday recognizes the importance of unity, inclusivity, and diversity of all people. Together, let's spread kindness, empathy, and understanding. Every small act of compassion makes a difference. #LiftEachOtherUp

[The Walrus @thewalrus]

Canada offers specific immigration pathways for many different kinds of workers but none for kids. Sarah Pole, founder of @JFCY's CASA Program, is doing what she can to open up options for youth.

https://t.co/IWeAqYeVeI

[CLEO (Community Legal Education Ontario) @CLEOLegalRights]

The Black Legal Action Centre (BLAC) is a community legal clinic that provides free legal services in Ontario to people who have experienced anti-Black racism:  https://t.co/YAOznA1FKQ 3/3

[CLEO (Community Legal Education Ontario) @CLEOLegalRights]

In case you missed it, at Steps to Justice you can learn what to do if you’re discriminated against because of your race:  https://t.co/1aT3txjTcv 2/3

[CLEO (Community Legal Education Ontario) @CLEOLegalRights]

Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Black communities while we continue to work against anti-Black racism. CLEO is committed to addressing barriers to justice in our work. #BHM #BlackHistoryMonth 1/3

[JFCY @JFCY]

The GED is ending - last day is register is this Wednesday, January 31. Check out @the_learninghub
https://t.co/9p2vMH3SBj

[JFCY @JFCY]

Exciting news! 🌐🚀 Our new website is live! https://t.co/o6AiJZ58S6 Explore our user-friendly platform for the latest on our legal programs, information on your rights, and a variety of resources, including publications and videos. #NewWebsite #JFCY #WebsiteLaunch #Legal #Law