Law Foundation of Ontario opens 2026 call for applications to access to justice grant program

By Ian Burns ·

Law360 Canada (July 30, 2026, 2:21 PM EDT) -- The Law Foundation of Ontario is sending out a call for applications for its Responsive program, which provides grants to non-profit organizations for community-driven initiatives that improve access to justice.

The call for applications is open until 5 p.m. EST Sept. 10. Responsive grants support projects and/or programs delivering new or existing legal services, legal education and legal research.

The law foundation says it aims to communicate granting decisions within approximately six months of the application due date. Applications will be only accepted through the foundation’s new grant portal.

Applicants will need to complete a registration process before they can apply.

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