Call for Board Member
Landlord's Self-Help Centre is a community legal clinic funded by Legal Aid Ontario to assist small-scale landlords province-wide. The organization is unique both in terms of its clientele and the services it provides. The Centre's mandate is to provide information and support services for landlords and homeowners on a non-profit basis, to educate members of the community in landlord and tenant relations, and to assist its clients with procedural matters. The Centre also involves itself in law reform activities, aimed at improving the regulatory environment for our client constituency, and community development initiatives and partnerships. Landlord's Self-Help Centre is the only community legal clinic in Ontario that provides services related to residential tenancies exclusively to small-scale landlords.
LSHC is currently accepting applications from lawyers and individuals possessing skills and/or expertise in the areas information technology and financial management. Ideally, candidates will have a stake or interest in the business of renting in Ontario and be familiar with the services provided by the Centre.
Members of the Board of Directors serve a two year term; are expected to attend and participate fully in monthly meetings; and serve on at least one committee. Directors contribute approximately five hours per month.
Links to the Job Description, Candidate Profile and Board Application (including FAQs) can be found at the left side of the page.