Section 17: Non-governmental organization law clinic and paralegal.

(1) The Council shall maintain a register of non-governmental organizations and law clinics that are engaged in the provision of legal aid or assistance to persons who are entitled to legal aid under this Act.
(2) The Council may partner with or otherwise engage the services of such organizations in a manner consistent with the mandate of the Council.
(3) The Council may grant licences to persons who have undergone a prescribed course in paralegal services to render such services in appropriate situations.