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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/tenant 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, Law Enforcement Foundations, and Legal Administrative Assistant programs are designed to prepare students for legal careers in throughout Canada. Graduates have received top tier training and are qualified for numerous paralegal positions. Request free, no obligation information from an Everest College Campus today to learn more.

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Barrie, ON, Brampton, Hamilton Mountain, ON, Ottawa West, ON, Ottawa East, London, ON, Mississauga South, Mississauga, ON, Newmarket, ON, North York, ON, Scarborough, ON, Sudbury, Hamilton City Centre, ON, and Toronto, ON (Toronto Central)

Reeves College:

Programs Offered: Diploma | Paralegal, Legal Administrative Assistant

Calgary North, and Calgary City Centre

South University: This is an Online Paralegal Program. South University is regionally accredited by the Commission on Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The University is also a member of the American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE). South University is accepting students from Canada.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies
Bachelor's in Legal Studies

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Trios College:

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

Windsor, London, Kitchener, Hamilton, Mississauga, and Toronto.