People


The ELC has an ever-growing circle of people who believe in and support our mission and vision. From the staff, to the Board, to Clinic students, the ELC’s people continue to bring forward their great ideas and energy.

Current Opportunities

The Environmental Law Centre invites applications for a full-time Environmental Law Clinic Lawyer. This is a unique opportunity to practice public interest environmental law within an institutional setting, working with passionate students, colleagues and clients, on the most important environmental issues of our time. For more information about the position and how to apply, click here.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.


The ELC is accepting applications to our Shared Articling Program for 2024-25. Deadline to apply is May 31, 2023. Position terms are Aug to Dec 2024 and Jan to May 2025.

As an Articled Student with the ELC, you will receive a competitive salary and have the opportunity to work with a dedicated and experienced team of lawyers and staff both at the ELC and in private practice.

We are accepting electronic submissions sent as one PDF file no larger than 5MB. Please send your cover letter, resume, transcripts, and references to the attention of:

Holly Pattison, Director of Operations and Communications
c/o Gracie Chiu (ELC.AdminAssistant@uvic.ca)

Deadline to apply: May 31, 2023

NOTE: Online interviews for this position will commence June 19.