Province adds $70 Million to Legal Aid
EDMONTON — Alberta’s Premier announced Thursday that $70 Million would be added to Alberta’s legal aid program over four years.
Rachel Notley says the increased support will ensure low-income and vulnerable Albertans can access the justice system.
“Legal aid helps people in some of the most trying periods of their lives. Whether it’s a parent fighting for child support, or a survivor of domestic violence fleeing an abusive partner, fairness before the courts shouldn’t depend on the size of a person’s bank account. That’s why we’ve increased funding for legal aid, to make sure it’s there when Albertans need it and that our justice system works for everyone.”
Last year, over 60,000 Albertans accessed Legal Aid in 2017, with more than a third of the cases dealing with family matters.