Justice for Children and Youth (JFCY)

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Justice for Children and Youth (JFCY) JFCY provides select legal representation to low-income children and youth in Ontario. A non-profit legal aid clinic. www.jfcy.org

We give summary legal advice, information and assistance to young people, professionals & community groups across Ontario. Who We Are
Justice for Children and Youth provides select legal representation to low-income children and youth in Toronto and vicinity. We 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. We give summary legal advice, information and assistance to young people, parents (in education matters), professionals and community groups across Ontario. What We Do
Justice for Children and Youth has staff lawyers who represent and advocate for youth under 18 and a lawyer for homeless youth under 25. If you have a legal problem or you have any questions you can contact us. Justice for Children and Youth’s staff lawyers provide direct legal assistance in all areas of children’s law to eligible children and youth of Toronto and vicinity. In conjunction with legal assistance, we provide community outreach and public legal education. We give summary legal advice, information and assistance to young people, parents (in education matters), professionals and community groups are provided on a province wide basis. Justice for Children and Youth advocates for law and policy reform and as well, monitors and responds 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. Mission Statement
At Justice for Children and Youth (JFCY), we provide child-centred legal services that enhance justice and support inclusion for vulnerable children and youth through:

Specialized legal expertise and representation
Leadership on systemic law reform and advocacy
Legal education and outreach

Our Vision
We advance and protect the legal rights and dignity of children and youth.

10/15/2026

10/12/2026

Happy Thanksgiving from JFCY!
We are feeling grateful today for our wonderful community of supporters and young clients. If you haven’t already, please consider a donation of any amount to support Team JFCY as they run for justice for children and young people in Ontario on Oct 17-18, 2026. The donation link is in our bio. 🙏🍁

10/10/2026
10/02/2026

On Oct 17-18, 2026 JFCY staff lawyer Samira will be running for justice as part of our incredibly dedicated marathon team. We hope you will consider supporting us as we raise urgent funds for an ever-growing demand for legal and wraparound services for children in Ontario. JFCY ensures no young person has to walk alone as they navigate a path forward. Please stand with us with a donation of any amount — the link is in our bio 💪 Thank you!

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07/07/2026

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06/19/2026
03/20/2026

Bonne Journée internationale de la Francophonie ! 🌍✨

Address

55 University Avenue
Toronto, ON
M5J2H7

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+14169201633

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