Welcome Place provides a broad and holistic range of settlement services to refugee claimants, privately sponsored refugees, government assisted refugees, immigrants, and their families. Such services include, but are not limited to, assistance with developing an individualized settlement plan, obtaining identification and notarizing documents, making a refugee claim from inside Canada and preparing for immigration hearings, and finding temporary accommodation.
The Metis Justice Institute (“MJI”) is tasked with developing and maintaining a full range of justice services and programs to meet the needs of the Red River Metis. The MJI’s programs include the Red River Métis Community Justice Centre Justice Navigation Program, the Red River Métis Court Work Program, the Red River Métis Justice Support Program, the Red River Métis Family Support Project, and the Métis Community Justice Program.
Clinique Juridique Franco-Justice serves Manitoba’s francophone community by providing free legal services to francophone newcomers and settled francophones who are ineligible for legal aid. Clinique Juridique Franco-Justice’s services include summary legal advice, reviewing and drafting documents, selected on the record legal representation, and notary services. Additionally, the organization offers legal services to English-speakers from racialized communities.
Infojustice Manitoba facilitates access to justice for French speakers by providing information in French. Infojustice Manitoba provides legal information, support and referrals to relevant legal, government and community organizations. These services are confidential and offered in person or by telephone.