What’s New
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On the Radar – Less time to send appeal information to the Social Security Tribunal
The General Division of the Social Security Tribunal now has shorter deadlines to send in arguments and evidence for many types of appeals. Read more here.
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On the Radar – Rent increases in 2024 and a reminder about the rules
As 2024 approaches, tenants will start getting notices from their landlords for an annual rent increase. The rules about rent increases are complicated. This month’s On the Radar looks at what tenants need to know about these rules.
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On The Radar – Understanding protection orders
There are 2 main types of protection orders people can use when they’re afraid someone is a threat to them or their children. This month’s On the Radar looks at these protection orders. Read more here.
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On The Radar – Landlord and Tenant Board using case conferences to tackle backlog of tenant applications
In July, as a way to address the backlog, the LTB began scheduling adjudicative case conferences. Read more in this months On The Radar.
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On the Radar – A round-up of inflation supports and a new benefit for people with disabilities
In July 2023, ODSP rates went up and the federal government sent out a Grocery Rebate. Aimed at helping with the high cost of living, both fell short of what advocates have been asking for. As well, the Canada Disability Benefit Act just passed, which will help working-age people with disabilities.