Collecting and Presenting Evidence in Family Court: A Guide for Survivors
When you’re preparing for family court, especially in cases involving intimate partner violence, how you gather and present your evidence can have a significant impact on your case. Since family court is an adversarial process, it is important to help the judge understand in a clear, credible, and compelling way. Where to begin: A helpful…
Read moreAccess our FREE e-learning course: Parent-Child-Contact-Problem (Alienation)
Deepen your understanding of the Parent-Child-Contact-Problem (PCCP) in Family Law! Are you a lawyer or service provider working in the family law system? Our FREE e-learning course on the Parent-Child-Contact-Problem (Alienation) is available anytime on our training website, and it continues to be a valuable resource for professionals across Ontario and beyond! Presented by Pamela…
Read moreUnderstanding Coercive Control: A Conversation with Pamela Cross
On a recent episode of CBC Radio’s Just Asking with Saroja Coelho, feminist lawyer and advocate Pamela Cross joined the conversation to talk about a form of abuse that’s all around us, but still largely invisible: coercive control. Pamela Cross brings decades of experience to this issue. She’s a member of Ontario’s Domestic Violence Death…
Read moreDisability Pride Month
July marks Disability Pride Month. A time to celebrate the resilience, diversity, and contributions of people with disabilities, while also confronting the systemic ableism that persists in our communities. At Luke’s Place, we recognize that disability justice is deeply intertwined with gender justice, especially for survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV). The Intersection of Disability…
Read moreCKW Inquest Anniversary
This month marks three years since the conclusion of the inquest into the tragic femicides of Carol Culleton, Anastasia Kuzyk, and Nathalie Warmerdam. In the wake of this violence, the 2022 inquest resulted in 86 urgent recommendations aimed at preventing intimate partner violence (IPV) and femicide across Ontario. As we mark the third anniversary of…
Read moreCase Comment: Paralegals in family court
The mother, in this case, applied for leave to have a licensed paralegal act as her agent in a family law proceeding that involved parenting issues and family violence. While Justice Sah makes it clear that she has no concerns about the skills or integrity of the paralegal, she denies the mother’s motion. In December…
Read moreBill C-2 Risks Undermining Canada’s Commitments to Gender-Based Violence Survivors
Led by the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic, Luke’s Place has joined other VAW organizations in raising urgent concerns about the implications of Bill C-2, the Strong Borders Act. As a strong leader in advocating for the rights and safety of survivors of gender based violence, the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic has raised significant concerns about…
Read moreNational Indigenous History Month: Supporting Indigenous Survivors
June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to reflect on the histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Turtle Island. It’s also a moment to acknowledge the ongoing impacts of colonialism and systemic violence that continue to affect Indigenous communities today. Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse people face…
Read moreWe’re hiring! Join our women’s direct services team!
Luke’s Place is seeking a Contract (15 months) Full-Time Legal/Family Court Support Worker to deliver professional case management support services to clients, co-facilitate in-house and community workshops and information sessions, and to develop and conduct professional training activities. This position requires delivery of in-person services at our Oshawa office and Durham Region satellite offices. Responsibilities Overview…
Read moreCelebrating Pride Month
June is 2SLGBTQIA+ Pride Month, a time to celebrate the diversity, resilience, and contributions of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and other gender and sexually diverse individuals. While Pride is a celebration, it’s also a reminder of the ongoing struggles against discrimination, violence, and systemic barriers faced by the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Members…
Read more