Legal Archives - Spinal Cord Injury BC

A Guide to Help Non-Legal Professionals Make Legal Referrals for their Clients

With basic information about common legal problems, and who to go to for help in each case, this guide is useful for those who don't have a legal background.

Adult Guardianship Act

This site contains the full statutes for adult guardianship, competency and care facilities.

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Advance Care Planning – My Voice

Find out how to plan for your future health care planning and what options you have for ensuring your finances will be taken care of if you are no longer ...

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Advance Care Planning Resources

Advance Care Planning helps you and your family and friends prepare for health care and personal care decisions, so you receive care aligned with your wishes.

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Anti Violence Resources

Find out about the legal system and what to do if you are a victim of violence.

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BC Laws

The BC Laws website provides free public access to the current laws of British Columbia.

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BC Laws Accessible Taxis

If you're curious about the regulations governing accessible taxis, this site lays out the law in BC.

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BC Ombudsperson

The Ombudsperson's role is to impartially investigate complaints from citizens against public agencies to determine whether the institutions have acted fairly and reasonably within the law.

250-387-5855

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British Columbia Bereavement Checklist

Find out the legal steps you need to take to inform the government that a family member has died.

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Clicklaw Legal Information

Clicklaw is a website aimed at enhancing access to justice in BC. It features legal information and education designed for non-lawyers.

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Co-op Housing Members Rights and Duties

Find out about the rights and responsibilities of co-op housing members.

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Community Legal Assistance Society

The Community Legal Assistance Society has a number of programs directed towards helping vulnerable people in society. If they are not able to help, they can direct people to appropriate ...

604-685-3425

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Disclosing Your Disability: A Legal Guide for People with Disabilities in BC

Find out about your legal rights and responsibilities around your disability and employment.

604-875-0188

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Duty to Accommodate

Find out more about the Duty to Accommodate and how it applies to job seekers and employers.

Employer’s Duty to Accommodate

What is employer required to do around employment accommodations and your rights and responsibilities.

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Equality in Hiring – When are interview questions discriminatory?

This page from the BC Human Rights Clinic explains the process employers should go through when determining which questions to ask.

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Financial Trusts for People with Disabilities

These resource guides provide information for people with disabilities and their family members about financial trusts.

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Guide Dog and Service Dog Certification

British Columbia’s Guide and Service Dog Act and regulation govern how guide and service dogs and their handlers are certified.

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Hiring a Lawyer – What you need to know

Find out what question to ask when hiring a lawyer.

ICBC Enhanced Care

ICBC has launched Enhanced Care coverage. This new care-based insurance model provides British Columbians who have been injured in a crash on or after May 1, 2021, with access to ...

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ICBC Rules for Motorized Wheelchairs

Find out about the rules and responsibilities of those who use power wheelchairs or scooters for transportation in BC.

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Inspections for Wheelchair-Adapted Vehicles

Though rarely enforced, wheelchair-converted vehicles can be forced to undergo a commercial vehicle inspection to get insurance in BC.

250-952-0577

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Law Society of BC

This site includes legal information, a lawyer search tool and information about lawyer regulations, useful for those looking for a lawyer.

604-669-2533

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Lawyer Referral Service

The Lawyer Referral Service is designed to assist the general public in finding an appropriate lawyer.

604-687-3221

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Layman’s Guide to Part 7 Benefits

This guide outlines the benefits available under ICBC Part 7 to those injured before the 2021 Enhanced Care program was introduced.

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Legal Aid BC

This society is the organization that provides legal aid in BC. Legal aid includes representation by a lawyer, legal advice, and legal information, useful for those who cannot afford legal ...

604-408-2172

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Legal Resources and Information in BC

Find legal resources for those who don't know how to contact a lawyer or need lower-cost options.

Legal Rights and Resources manual

Find out about the legal rights that people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities have in BC.

604-408-9484

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Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and Registry

This site will help families and caregivers understand Representation Agreements and Powers of Attorney, with advice about setting them up.

604-408-7414

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People’s Law School

Find educational information for the layperson about common legal concerns in BC.

604-331-5400

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Public Guardianship and Trustee of British Columbia

This agency will investigate cases of adult abuse by caregivers or family members.

604-660-4444

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Residential Tenancy Branch

Tenants and landlords can find information about tenancy laws and dispute resolution.

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Tenant Resource and Advisory Centre: Tenant Survival Guide

Find out about your rights and responsibilities as a tenant.

604-255-0546

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Together Against Poverty Society (TAPS)

Together Against Poverty Society (TAPS) is the largest anti-poverty organization on Vancouver Island. TAPS promotes human rights, justice, and a healthy, sustainable community. TAPS is a recognized leader and resource ...

250 361-3521

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Willful

Online wills made easy for Canadians.

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