Understanding the Law 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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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

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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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.

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Duty to Accommodate

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

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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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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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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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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Your Employer’s Duty to Accommodate

This guide from the People’s Law School goes through what your employer or potential employer is required to do around employment accommodations and your rights and responsibilities.

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Equality in Hiring – When are interview questions discriminatory?

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

Adult Guardianship Act

Advance Care Planning – My Voice

Advance Care Planning Resources

Anti Violence Resources

BC Laws

BC Laws Accessible Taxis

British Columbia Bereavement Checklist

Clicklaw

Co-op Housing Members Rights and Duties

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

Duty to Accommodate

Equality in Hiring – When are interview questions discriminatory?

Financial Trusts for People with Disabilities

Guide Dog and Service Dog Certification

Lawyer Referral Service

Legal Resources and Information in BC

Legal Rights and Resources manual

Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and Registry

People’s Law School

Residential Tenancy Branch

Tenant Resource and Advisory Centre: Tenant Survival Guide

Your Employer’s Duty to Accommodate

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