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Ours to Protect
“Laws – not individuals – govern Canada” This single sentence is the foundation upon which Canadian democracy is founded. Now more than ever the rule of law is under attack …
Canada Post Strike – Update October 31, 2025
With intermittent mail delivery being reinstated during the ongoing strike, Legal Aid Manitoba has resumed sending correspondence and private bar cheques through Canada Post. Consequently, clients and counsel can expect …
LAM speaks out on Bail Reform
“Any bail reform must ensure safety for our communities while not trampling on human rights.” – Executive Director, Peter Kingsley, K.C. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 26, 2025 Winnipeg, Manitoba – …
Canada Post Strike – Update October 2, 2025
During the postal interruption it may be very difficult for your lawyer to pass on information to you. Please keep in touch with your counsel and make sure they have …
LAM Receives Teachings from Allen Sutherland
Legal Aid Manitoba invited Allen Sutherland, also known by his spirit name White Spotted Horse (Waabishki Mazinazoot Michtaatim) as our guest speaker on September 25, 2025 at 287 Broadway. The …
Phone Application Line – Change of Hours
Please take notice that the hours of our phone application line (204.985.8511 or toll free 1.866.800.8056) will change effective June 2, 2025 to the following hours: Monday 9 a.m. …
Postal Disruptions
Currently Canada Post is continuing to deliver the mail. However, if a strike should be announced Legal Aid Manitoba will be taking steps to ensure vital information is passed on …
Legal Aid Manitoba Distribution of Cheques and other Essential Mail during Potential Canada Post Strike
Due to the postal strike, Legal Aid Manitoba has arranged for cheques and other essential mail to be available for pickup beginning Monday, November 18. Cheques processed before November 15 …
2023/24 Annual Report
Legal Aid Manitoba is pleased to announce that our 2023/24 Annual Report has been tabled in the Manitoba Legislature. This year marks our 51st year of operations and shows a …