Request for French Language Services Form in Ontario

The “Request for French Language Services Form in Ontario” allows individuals involved in tribunal processes to request services in French. It covers general application and appeal information, including the requester’s role, contact details, and the specific tribunal involved. The form also outlines how to submit requests, either online for certain tribunals or via email/mail for others and notes the confidentiality and public access policies regarding these requests. It emphasizes early submission and specifies that if proceedings were initiated in French, this form is unnecessary.

Filling out this form is a step toward accessing services in French for various legal or administrative proceedings. Here is a guide to help you complete this form accurately:

1. General Application / Appeal Information

Requester’s Information

• Role in the Proceeding: Indicate your role (e.g., Appellant, Applicant, Respondent, Landlord, Tenant, Representative, Co-op Member, Added Party, Intervener, Witness, Other) by checking the appropriate box. If you are a representative on behalf of a client, also specify the client’s role.
• Name: Enter your first and last name as it appears on official documents.
• Mailing Address: Provide the address where you can receive mail. Include street name, number, city, province, and postal code.
• Email Address: Write your email address clearly. This will be used for communications regarding your request.
• Phone Number: Provide a contact number where you can be reached during business hours.

File Information

• Applicable Tribunal: Select the tribunal related to your case from the list provided. Ensure you choose the correct tribunal to avoid any processing delays.
• File Number: Enter the file number assigned to your case, if available.
• Date of Request: Fill in the current date in the format dd/mm/yyyy.
• Date of Scheduled Proceeding: If a date has already been set for your proceeding, enter it here in the format dd/mm/yyyy.

• Current Format of Proceeding: Indicate the current format of the proceeding (Video Conference, Teleconference, In Person, Written) or mark if a proceeding has not yet been scheduled.

1. How to Submit Your Request

Depending on where your file is located, you have two main options for submitting this form:

• For cases in the Landlord and Tenant Board Tribunals Ontario Portal (TOP): Upload your completed request directly in your file by selecting “Request for French Language Services” from the list of documents.
• For other cases: Email your completed form to the applicable tribunal using the email addresses provided for each tribunal. Alternatively, you can mail this form to the provided address for those who prefer or require a physical submission method.

Important Note: Ensure all information provided is accurate and legible to prevent any processing delays. If you have already submitted an application, appeal, or response in French, there is no need to submit this form.