803-415 Yonge Street, Toronto ON M5B 2E7 (T)416.408.4041 or 3967 (F)416.408.4268 www.aboriginallegal.ca

JOB OPPORTUNITYARTICLING STUDENT

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ABORIGINAL LEGAL SERVICES OF TORONTO, a non-profit organization providing a range of services to Toronto’s Aboriginal community, requires an ARTICLING STUDENT for 10 months. The Articling Student will assist with client files in the areas of social assistance, tenant protection, human rights, police complaints, Coroner’s Inquests, Indian Act matters, and test case litigation. In addition, the Articling Student may conduct and/or assist with legal education programs and law reform activities.

An understanding of Aboriginal culture, history, traditions and aspirations is essential. Ability to speak an Aboriginal language, prior involvement with other Aboriginal organizations, and previous experience in a legal setting are desirable.

Funding for this position is provided by Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and applicants therefore MUST be ABORIGINAL and Registered with Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training Services of Toronto.

Please forward covering letter and resume by July 26th, 2012 – 4:00 p.m. to the attention of Edith Moore, Manager of Human Resources.

Aboriginal Legal Services of Toronto415 Yonge Street, Suite 803Toronto, Ontario M5B 2E7

Fax: 416-408-4268Email: edith@aboriginallegal.ca

Please note that only those applicants who will be interviewed will be contacted.

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