• Become a Paralegal in Ontario
• Paralegal/Legal Assistant Training
• Canadian Association of Paralegals

Paralegal Scope of Practice in Canada

Paralegals in Canada, pertaining to certain legal matters, may act as agents to clients. Paralegals handle Legal matters such as small claims and landlord/tennant issues. Paralegals may also represent clients in legal matters presented in federal and provincial agencies and tribunals such as pardons and name changes, and other minor civil law matters, immigration, work place safety and insurance matters. When a client's case is outside a paralegals scope of practice, they are required to refer the case to a lawyer. Working as a paralegal in Canada you are providing a cost effective option to those seeking legal representation and advice. The scope of practice is different for Ontario Paralegals .

This is an exciting time to become a Paralegal in Canada. As a paralegal you will provide cost effective legal services to the public. You will also have the opportunity to join a professional paralegal association or be a part of originating an association in one of the territories or provinces that are lacking a professional paralegal association.

Legal Assistant and Paralegal Salaries in Canada

According to Canadavisa.com, the median annual salary for paralegals in Canada is $48,633. We researched job postings throughout Canada and found that, depending on experience, education, on the job training, location and areas of expertise, annual salaries ranged from $28,000 to well over $80,000. In British Columbia, for example, the salary for a paralegal with 5 years experience in various aspects of legal proceedings and a paralegal or legal assistant certificate can earn around $44,000 to $50,000.

Paralegal Career Programs - Canada

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Everest College Canada: The Paralegal Communications and Legal Administrative Assistant programs are designed to prepare students for careers in the Canadian paralegal field. Graduates are well prepared to be the most marketable candidates for paralegal positions throughout Canada. Request free, no obligation information from an Everest College Campus today!

Paralegal and Legal Assistant Programs by Location

Barrie, ON - Paralegal Communications
Hamilton Mountain, ON - Paralegal Communications, Legal Administrative Assistant
Kitchener, ON - Legal Administrative Assistant
London, ON - Legal Administrative Assistant
Mississauga, ON - Paralegal Communications, Legal Administrative Assistant
New Market, ON - Paralegal Communications
North York, ON - Legal Administrative Assistant
Nepean, ON (Ottawa West) - Paralegal Communications
Thunder Bay, ON - Legal Administrative Assistant
Toronto, ON (Toronto Central) - Paralegal Communications

CDI College: CDI college is one of the most reputable names in legal assistant education throughout Canada. Graduates are prepared for the challenges they will face in their practice. Request information from a campus near you today!

Calgary, AB - Professional Legal Assistant
Edmonton, AB (City Center) - Professional Legal Assistant
Abbotsford, BC - Legal Administrative Assistant
Burnaby, BC - Legal Administrative Assistant
Surrey, BC - Legal Administrative Assistant
Vancouver, BC - Legal Administrative Assistant
Winnipeg, MB - Legal Administrative Assistant

Trios College: Click on a campus near you to request program information ==> Windsor, London, Kitchener, Hamilton, Mississauga, and Toronto.

Programs Offered at All Locations : Diploma | Paralegal, Law Clerk, Law & Security Officer, Legal Asst, Police Foundations