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Provides the Family Court and Youth Court with comprehensive assessments pursuant to Section 34 of the Youth Criminal Justice Act, Section 98 of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (child welfare assessments), and Section 30 of the Children's Law Reform Act (custody/access assessments).

• KFCAS now provide Voice of the Child reports.
  
• Referrals are ordered by the Court
  
• Provides a family mediation service out of Peterborough, Lindsay and Cobourg courts. (See separate listing for details)
  
• Provide the Residential Placement Advisory Committee (RPAC) which reviews children's placements in residential care

COVID19 In-person services suspended at all office and court locations
Legal aid services available by phone Mon-Fri 8 am-7:30 pm 1-800-668-8258.
Visit legalaid.on.ca/covid-19 for up to date information on legal aid services


Regular Service
Accepts applications for legal aid from low-income individuals with legal issues in areas including criminal, family, immigration, mental health and poverty law

• Evaluates clients' financial circumstances and type of legal problem to determine if clients are eligible for a legal aid certificate
• provides eligible clients with a voucher to pay a private practice lawyer
• must use a participating lawyer who accepts legal aid certificates
• Client Service Centre phone line also provides free information, referral and advice from a lawyer

Provides programs, services and advocacy that supports the right of all women and their families to live free from violence, poverty and oppression as they build their desired futures, including:

• Crossroads Shelter in Peterborough
• Haliburton Emergency Rural SafeSpace (HERS)
• 24 Hour Support and Crisis Line: 1-800-461-7656
• Support by appointment or walk-in (9:30 am - 3:00 pm, Mondays only - START Program)
• Family Court Support
• Nourish Food Programs
• Education Awards
• Youth Engagement / Violence Prevention programming
• Referrals

COVID19
In-person services suspended at all office and court locations
Applications for legal aid available by phone Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm 1-800-668-8258.
Visit legalaid.on.ca/covid-19 for up to date information on legal aid services

Regular service
Lawyers provide immediate legal assistance to low-income individuals who would otherwise be unrepresented and unassisted in the courtroom. Lawyers quickly assess a client's legal situation and provide advice, information and representation. May include:

• advice about legal rights, obligations and the court process
• assistance in the courtroom for bail hearings and sentencing
• assistance with diversion, guilty pleas and adjournments

Duty counsel is available in Provincial Court and Young Offender Court. See separate listing for duty counsel at Family Court

Client Service Centre phone line also provides free information, referral and advice from a lawyer

Provides free confidential conflict resolution for adults. Services include:

• mediation sessions led by trained volunteers
• listening circles, community dialogues and conflict resolution training
• focus on community conflict between neighbours, housemates or landlord/tenant issues
• does not include family or domestic issues or issues where violence is present

COVID19
In-person services suspended at all office and court locations
Applications for legal aid available by phone Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm 1-800-668-8258.
Visit legalaid.on.ca/covid-19 for up to date information on legal aid services

Regular service
Lawyers provide immediate legal assistance to low-income individuals who would otherwise be unrepresented and unassisted in the courtroom. Lawyers quickly assess a client's legal situation and provide advice, information and representation. May include:

• advice about legal rights, obligations and the court process
• help to negotiate and settle issues
• review and preparation of court documents
• assistance in the courtroom for child protection, garnishment and support hearings
• help in interim, pre-trial and show cause hearings for issues such as custody, access, child protection or child support where the issues are not complicated
• referral to other resources including mediation, a legal aid worker in the courthouse, a district office, a community legal clinic or the application for representation by a private lawyer

See separate listing for duty counsel at Provincial Court and Young Offender Court

Client Service Centre phone line also provides free information, referral and advice from a lawyer

Staff provide information on issues related to separation or divorce, the Court process, child welfare and child protection matters, mediation, and other community services.

• Brief family mediation is provided free of charge.
• Mediation is a voluntary method of resolving disagreements arising out of separation or divorce, including parenting plans for the children, child support, spousal support and division of property.
• Mediation is a cooperative alternative or a complement to the Court process
• Free Mandatory Information Program seminars are offered weekly over Zoom to educate couples on how to reduce conflict during separation and divorce, the benefits of mediation, and guidance on the legal and Court process. To register email mediation@kfcas.ca or call 705-760-9603.

Municipal government office for the Corporation of The City of Peterborough. Oversees the financial and mandated public services for the city including:

• City Council
• Chief Administrative Officer
• Mayor's Office
• Operating and Capital Budget
• City Departments
• Garbage and Recycling
• Facilities
• Committees
• Building Services
• Planning and Development Services

Provides assistance filling out and submitting applications for a Record Suspension

• Applications are made to the Parole Board of Canada.
• Offers one-to-one meetings twice per month with individuals incarcerated at Warkworth Institution
• Emphasis on pre-release planning, community resources, education, individual counselling and contact with family members.

CCRC's Housing Resource Centre provides housing support services to anyone in Peterborough City and County who is homeless or at risk of losing their housing. HRC services help individuals and families to find, secure and maintain their housing.Services include: Housing Help Clinic, Eviction Prevention, Landlord Engagement, and Community Education.

HOUSING HELP CLINIC
HRC's drop-in Housing Help Clinic provides housing help services, without an appointment, to anyone experiencing an issue with their housing. The Housing Help Clinic is comprised of the Resource Room, Vacancy Listings, and Brief Services, and Outreach. The Resource Room provides access to a workspace including phones, computers, internet access, a printer and a fax machine.

EVICTION PREVENTION
HRC's eviction prevention services prevent housing loss through tenant education, empowerment, connection to support, and financial assistance. HRC provides Housing Support and Counselling to households experiencing, or at risk of eviction.
Services provided depend on the individual circumstances and goals of individuals and households and may include: Advocacy and mediation with landlords and utility providers

• System navigation support
• Assistance to apply for income support such as OW, ODSP, EI, CPP, OAS, GIS
• Assistance to apply for Affordable, Rent-Geared-to-Income, and Community Housing
• Referral to Emergency Financial Assistance
• Referral to legal support
• Landlord and Tenant Board Hearing preparation and accompaniment

LANDLORD ENGAGEMENT
HRC's Housing Locator develops positive relationships with landlords, property managers and housing providers to identify housing opportunities for homeless families and individuals.

COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Empowers tenants, support workers, and the community by sharing skills, information, knowledge and support that can help prevent or resolve housing issues
HRC delivers RentSmart courses to increase understanding of landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities

H.E.L.P. is a service that will challenge traffic tickets in the court system for individuals or companies.

• Mr. Clarke is a licenced paralegal member of the Law Society of Ontario

COVID19 Mediation provided remotely via Zoom for clients with use of a computer, tablet or cell phone.


Accredited Family and Elder Mediator provides private, confidential mediation, education and advocacy for families and older adults.

• Helps families resolve difficult decisions related to issues such as separation or divorce, custody and child support, parenting plans, care plans, wills and estates, and elder abuse and neglect.
• In home visit available for elder mediation if necessary
• Provides referrals to legal, financial or medical professionals when applicable.
  
  Staffing: Staff
  Accredited Family, Elder and Child Protection Mediator (OAFM)

Central body of union locals in the Peterborough area (Peterborough County plus Omemee) who are affiliated with the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC).

Association for people who own rental property

• provides opportunities to network with other landlords and share best practices
• tracks information on government rulings, new legislation and related issues
• lobbies for changes in rent control legislation and changes in the Tenant Protection Act
• holds monthly meetings with guest speakers

COVID19 Staff available by phone or email. All services are available remotely.


Four Counties Family Mediation offers a co-operative alternative to resolving disputes for couples involved in a separation or divorce.

• Resolution of child custody and access matters, develop parenting plans, assist with agreements on child support and spousal support, division of property and other financial matters.
• Confidential service with a mediation professional to help you reach an amicable agreement.
• Each mediation case begins with a free one hour consultation and screening of both parties.
• Provide the staffing for the Family Law Information Centres located at Family Courts in Cobourg, Peterborough, and Lindsay. The Family Law Information Centres provide free information to the public.

Provides local government services including:​

• Building and Planning
• By-Law
• Parks and Recreation
• Property Taxes
• Public Works
• Water and Wastewater

Call in advance for Commissioner of Oaths or marriage licenses

COVID19 Township of Cavan Monaghan has declared a State of Emergency due to COVID-19 concerns.

• All non-essential operations at all municipal facilities suspended until further notice.
• Providing essential services with some adjusted service levels.
• Staff available by phone 705-932-2929 or email services@cavanmonaghan.net.
• Other online resources available on website

Regular Service

Municipal office provides the following services:

• Animal Control
• By-Law Enforcement
• Commissioner of Oaths (please call in advance)
• Parks, Recreation and Facilities
• Planning Applications and Information
• Property Taxes
• Public Works
• Garbage, Recyling and Hazardous Waste

COVID19
State of Emergency due to COVID-19 remains in effect. Visit website for up to date information on changes to services due to COVID-19


Regular Service
Municipal office providing the following services:

• 9-1-1 addressing
• access to Council agendas and meetings
• assessment information
• building permits
• Commissioner of Oaths (please call in advance)
• Committee of Adjustment
• dog licenses
• entrance permits
• fire protection and prevention information
• burn permits
• kennel licenses
• municipal administrative services
• municipal elections
• municipal hall rental (Warsaw)
• public Internet access
• road maintenance and construction information
• sale of Township history books
• tax billing and collection
• waste disposal and recycling information
• zoning and Official Plan information.

Also provides information on local libraries, community centres, and waste disposal sites

COVID19 Staff available by phone or email. Visit website for updated information on services.

Regular Service
Provides municipal services to township residents, including:

• By-Law Enforcement
• Animal Control
• Property Taxes
• Public Works
• Parks and Recreation
• Garbage and Recycling
• Water & Wastewater

Commissioner of Oaths is available

Provides municipal services including:

• By-law and Enforcement
• Building and Planning
• Property Taxes
• Parks and Recreation
• Public Works
• Waste Management and Recycling

This ServiceOntario site provides the following services:

Driver's licence

• replace a driver's licence
• retake a driver's licence photo
• change information on a driver's licence
• convert an enhanced driver's licence to a regular driver's licence

Vehicle permits, plates and stickers

• register a vehicle
• replace a licence plate sticker
• get a temporary licence plate sticker
• replace a vehicle permit
• replace a licence plate
• replace a personalized licence plate
• order a sample personalized licence plate
• order a French slogan licence plate
• buy a personalized licence plate gift certificate
• get a dealer or service licence plate and permit
• get or replace an off-road vehicle permit
• get or replace an off-road vehicle licence plate
• get or replace a snow vehicle permit
• get a snow vehicle validation sticker

Accessible parking permit

• get an accessible parking permit
• change information on an accessible parking permit

Driver and vehicle records

• get or renew a commercial vehicle operator record
• order an off-road vehicle's history record
• order a snow vehicle's history record

Health card and insurance (OHIP)

• switch to a photo health card
• apply for a health card
• change the name on a health card
• replace a health card
• register to keep OHIP coverage while outside Canada
• resume OHIP coverage after moving back to Ontario

Photo card

• get an Ontario photo card

Authentication of documents

• Commissioner of Oaths

Fishing, hunting and camping

• change address on an Outdoors card
• get or renew an Outdoors card
• replace an Outdoors card
• get a fishing licence (Canadian resident)
• get a fishing licence (non-resident of Canada)
• get a hunting licence (Ontario resident)
• get an export permit (non-resident of Ontario)

Housing and property

• file an application with the Landlord and Tenant Board

Taxes

• authorize or cancel a representative for certain tax matters
• register a corporations tax insurance premium account
• file an estate information return
• register a mining tax account
• pay retail sales tax on a boat or used vehicle

COVID-19 Response

• All offices are closed to in-person meetings and services; in-person legal education and outreach activities have been suspended
• For legal services in Simcoe County call 705-326-6444 or 1-800-461-8953 Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-5 pm
• For legal services in Haliburton, Lindsay and Minden call Lisa Loader at 1-800-461-8953 Ext. 42 or email lisa.loader@shkl.clcj.ca
• Offices in Haliburton, Lindsay and Minden are open by appointment only

Regular Service
Services include:

• Disability Issues
• Income Maintenance (Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program)
• Aboriginal Justice Outreach Program
• Worker's Compensation
• Housing
• Employment
• Human Rights
• Consumer Law
• Education
• Canada Pension Disability
• Services offered over the telephone and by appointment
• Guest speakers available for community and education purposes
• Notary Public
• Commissioner of Oaths (all lawyers are Commissioners of Oaths)
• Duty Counsel for the Landlord and Tenant Board
• Do not provide family law or criminal law services

Staff provide information on issues related to separation or divorce, the Court process, child welfare and child protection matters, mediation, and other community services.

• Brief family mediation is provided free of charge.
• Mediation is a voluntary method of resolving disagreements arising out of separation or divorce, including parenting plans for the children, child support, spousal support and division of property.
• Mediation is a cooperative alternative or a complement to the Court process
• Free Mandatory Information Program seminars are offered weekly over Zoom to educate couples on how to reduce conflict during separation and divorce, the benefits of mediation, and guidance on the legal and Court process. To register email mediation@kfcas.ca or call 705-760-9603.

COVID19 Municipal staff available by phone, email or in-person by appointment. Visit website for information on services.


Municipal office provides the following services:

• By-Law
• Animal Control
• Building and Planning
• Parks and Recreation
• Public Works
• Garbage, Recycling and Waste
• Property Taxes

Commissioner of Oaths available to sign documents at no charge, call first