Dear friends of PBSC,
As we approach the close of another year, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your ongoing support of PBSC and our shared vision of a more equitable justice system in Canada.
We are proud to see our national network grow, with an increasing number of law students, lawyers, notaries, and community organizations coming together to advance our mission. Your collective energy and commitment to pro bono work continue to inspire us. A special thank you goes to our funders—both longstanding and new—whose generosity allows us to meet the evolving needs of the communities we serve and create lasting, positive change. We’re excited for what lies ahead in 2025 and look forward to further collaboration with all of you.
One of the highlights of this year was the opportunity to co-host Chief Justice Richard Wagner alongside our incredible partner, Kensington-Bellwoods Community Legal Services (KBCLS), in November. As a longstanding champion of pro bono work and the namesake of PBSC’s prestigious award program recognizing exceptional student volunteers, we were honoured that the Chief Justice visited KBCLS to observe our students in action and participate in a memorable fireside chat. This year, volunteers placed with KBCLS have contributed to several impactful initiatives, including supporting client intake, assisting with ODSP appeals, preparing clients for Landlord and Tenant Board hearings, and researching recent changes in immigration law affecting international students.