Job Description

Contract type: Full-time

Start date: February 2026

Location: York Region or Greater Toronto Area (this is a remote position with some in person requirements in the Region of York)

Closing date: January 31, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Hours of work: Flexible

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000

Benefits: A generous benefits package will be made available following the end of the three month probationary period, which includes health and dental benefits, AD&D, long-term disability and life insurance. Group and individual professional development opportunities are also provided to staff.

Paid time off: Four weeks (20 days) of paid vacation and 10 paid sick days per year.

CCHR also typically closes between Christmas and New Year's Day, providing additional paid days off.

Application Method: Cover letter + resume. Please see instructions for submission below. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an assignment and to participate in an interview.

About CCHR

CCHR is one of Canada's oldest charities working to advance the right to adequate housing.

Founded in 1987, CCHR has worked tirelessly for over 37 years at the intersection of human

rights and housing and is one of Canada's leading NGOs working in the area of social and

economic rights. CCHR works to advance the right to adequate housing by:

Serving clients to help them stay housed: CCHR provides free services to tenants
facing eviction and human rights violations in their housing, and we are experts in

these fields. Each year we provide services to over a thousand tenants, and we are

highly effective in ensuring that some of the most vulnerable Ontario renters remain in

their homes.

Providing education and training about housing rights: CCHR provides public
education and training on housing rights and human rights in housing to diverse

groups across Ontario, reaching approximately 4,000 people annually. We work with

community partners to train individuals and communities about their housing rights and

how to assert them, and we engage with landlords to educate them about their

obligations as housing providers.

Advancing rights-based housing solutions: CCHR advances rights-based housing
solutions through research, policy development, advocacy and law reform. Notable

achievements include setting a legal precedent preventing landlords from

discriminating against renters who receive social assistance, launching a constitutional

challenge against the federal government for failing to take action against

homelessness, and coordinating the Right to Housing Toronto Network (R2HTO).

Working at CCHR

CCHR is a collaborative and cross-functional team of about 30 motivated professionals

working across Canada, linked by our commitment to advancing the right to housing. Over

the past three years the organization has grown fivefold, expanded our work nationally, and developed innovative ways to engage communities, individuals and organizations to support rights-based housing solutions. CCHR recently launched our 2025-28 Strategic Plan, with a goal of tackling Canada's housing affordability crisis through initiatives that promote affordability, equality and security of tenure across the country. CCHR's five functional teams (Services; Education; Policy and Law Reform; Research; Communications) work collaboratively in service of advancing our mission.

CCHR's head office is located at the Centre for Social Innovation (Spadina location), an

exciting, shared workspace that houses 250 non-profits and social innovators in

downtown Toronto. It is accessible by transit and offers substantial opportunities to

network with like-minded people and participate in a mission-driven, innovative

community through various events both in person and virtually. CCHR's team works

primarily remotely, and our office offers several workstations which are available to staff who would like to work from the office on a part-time or occasional basis or who are visiting Toronto from their home region.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and committed lawyer with strong skills in client service and

case management, and expertise in Ontario housing law. You will be part of a cross-functional team with an ambitious goal of advancing the right to housing for all. In this role, your ability to juggle multiple responsibilities under tight timelines is essential. If you are a self-starter with demonstrated experience representing clients and a passion for housing law, this could be the right role for you.

Reporting to the Director of Client Services, the successful candidate will carry a caseload of clients and assist them in resolving disputes related to their tenancy including evictions,

maintenance issues, above-guideline increases and other tenant applications. The role

requires significant knowledge of Ontario housing law, cross-team collaboration, a strong

customer service orientation and exceptional communications and time management skills.

As Lawyer, your responsibilities will include:

Providing legal advice and brief services to tenants about their rights and
responsibilities under the Residential Tenancies Act, and related legislation

Representing tenants before the Landlord and Tenant Board of Ontario at eviction
hearings, at hearings related to tenant applications and providing summary advice to

tenants.

Engaging in mediation and negotiation (both orally and in writing) with housing
providers or their representatives on behalf of clients.

Representing tenants at Divisional Court and other courts and tribunals on matters
related to their tenancies.

Keeping accurate, up-to-date case notes, including demographic data, and entering
data into relevant data and client management systems.

Engaging in community outreach, building and maintaining relationships with
community partners including but not limited to other service providers, housing

providers, and non-profit organizations.

Supporting the development of public education materials and programming to
educate individuals and communities about their housing rights and the right to

housing.

Facilitating workshops and conducting presentations and information sessions about
housing rights from time to time.

Meeting clients and stakeholders in person, throughout York Region, as needed. Supervising, coaching, and providing direction to students, interns and volunteers as
needed.

Performing other duties as required to support the organization, Executive Director
and Board of Directors.

Qualifications

Lawyer called to the Bar of Ontario and in good standing with the Law Society of
Ontario.

A minimum of 3 years of experience providing legal services related to housing to low-income clients in Ontario. Experience representing clients before the Landlord and Tenant Board of Ontario. Strong understanding of the housing and social sectors in Toronto and Ontario,
housing law and the barriers facing equity-seeking groups in housing.

Ability to travel throughout York Region to in person client engagements. Access to a
vehicle and a valid driver's license is an asset.

Demonstrated ability to problem solve, facilitate resolutions and mediate conflict. Ability to keep accurate, up-to-date records, enter data into a data management
system and manage multiple timelines.

Strong time management and file management skills, including sound knowledge of
work planning.

Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with
legal case management software such as Practice Panther.

Ability to serve clients in languages other than English is an asset.

Skills and attributes

Outstanding organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to multi-task, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and adapt quickly to change. Ability to work accurately under pressure with attention to detail and deadlines, and
with minimal supervision.

Flexibility and entrepreneurial spirit to accommodate high levels of responsibility and
multiple and sometimes shifting priorities.

Strong strategic thinking skills, political acumen, diplomacy, discretion, tact and good
judgement.

We recognize and value the unique perspective that people with lived experience of poverty

and/or precarious housing bring in addition to the skills and qualifications listed above.

To apply for this job

Applications should include a resume and cover letter in one PDF document submitted by

email to opportunities@housingrightscanada.com with the subject line: Application -

Lawyer, addressed to the Hiring Committee.

At CCHR, we believe that a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we

serve strengthens our ability to achieve our mission. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, abilities, and with range of life experiences to apply.

We are committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility For

Ontarians With Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other

applicable legislation. We will provide accommodation during the hiring process upon

request and information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed

confidentially.

We thank all applicants for their interest.

Artificial intelligence is not used in CCHR's hiring process.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

No telephone enquiries please

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Work Location: Remote