PBSC University of Toronto Chapter

Pro Bono Students Canada (PBSC) is on a mission to increase access to justice.

We envision a society where all legal needs are met, irrespective of social or economic characteristics.

Our Law Student Volunteers Are Bridging the Access to Justice Gap

Each year, the University of Toronto PBSC Chapter places volunteer law students with public interest organizations, legal clinics, government agencies, and lawyers taking on pro bono projects.

Students perform a variety of law-related tasks such as

Client intake
Completing legal research, and
Providing legal information to organizations and individuals.

Learn More About Our Projects

Are you a law student, lawyer, or community organization interested in getting involved?

Click the right-side bar links to learn more.

Students

Join 60+ law student volunteers to increase access to justice while gaining valuable practical experience and contributing to the 120,000+ hours per year of free legal support provided by PBSC.

Contribute to upholding the pro bono ethic amongst the next generation of lawyers while increasing the capacity of our partner organizations who work tirelessly to meet the needs of their communities.

Community Partners

Our law student volunteers can help you advance your organization's mandate, increase your organization's capacity, and obtain targeted and specialized assistance on legal issues.

Our Mission

We envision a society with accessible legal systems, where the dignity and rights of every person are upheld.

Our mission is to provide free legal support to people and communities facing barriers to justice.

Our Approach

Collaborative

Engaging 1,500 law students annually in partnership with community organizations and the legal profession.

Visionary

Cultivating future leaders, advocates and allies through training and experiential learning opportunities.

Responsive

Addressing complex and systemic inequities at the local community level.

Our Impact

Chapters Nationwide 1,500+

Student Volunteers Nationwide 120K+

Hours Volunteered Each Year 500+

Projects Across Canada

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"Justice is not a frill. It is not a luxury. It is a fundamental right..."
The Right Honourable Beverley McLachlin, former Chief Justice of Canada (October, 2018)