Legal Resources

This page explains that if you identify as Aboriginal or Indigenous and you plead guilty to a crime or are found guilty, you might be able to have your bail or sentencing hearing in a First Nations/Indigenous Court in BC. These are criminal sentencing courts that focus on balancing rehabilitation, accountability, and healing.

This page will help you learn basic information about courtrooms, court procedures, and common legal words.

General guidance for appearing in court by computer or phone without having to physically be in the courthouse. This applies to small claims court, provincial family court, and some criminal bail hearings.

This page outlines the roles and responsibilities of the client and lawyer so that each knows what to expect from the legal aid contract. It also explains what the lawyer’s time on the case includes, change of lawyer requests, and how to make a complaint.

This guide explains different types of long-term housing in British Columbia.

This resource answers technical questions about pension division after the breakdown of a relationship in British Columbia.

This page provides step-by-step instructions for applying for disability benefits. It tells you about eligibility criteria, immediate needs assessment, and tips for dealing with the ministry.

This page provides step-by-step instructions for applying for welfare benefits. It tells you about eligibility criteria, immediate needs assessment, and tips for dealing with the ministry.

This website helps you find benefits and support in British Columbia, from federal and provincial governments. You can start by answering questions using their interactive tool, or browse all benefits that are available.

This page features self-help guides about the Canada Pension Plan disability benefit (CPP-D), including how to fill the application form and how to appeal if your request is denied. The guides are also available in Arabic, Persian, Punjabi, and Spanish.