Legal Resources

This page explains your rights and responsibilities that come with having a bank account, practical tips to protect yourself, and how to work out problems.

Explains what liens are and how personal property is defined. You can search for personal property liens, register a lien, and more.

Explains the sophisticated scams that can target you, and gives you tips to help keep you secure. It includes information on the types of scams, identity theft, and what to do if you think you may be a victim of a scam or fraud. It also explains how to protect yourself, and how to take action.

Helps you understand your tax return and how income taxes work, including who has to pay and what income is not taxable. It explains the deadline for filing, and explains what tax information you need. It links to a tool to estimate your income tax obligation. It also provides information on what you can do if you disagree with your assessment.

Explains your rights and steps you can take if you invest and things go sideways. Topics include what problems can arise when you invest, hiring an investment adviser, and the differences between investing in a public or a private company.

This page explains the first steps to take in dealing with debt, dealing with debt collectors and creditors, and what you need to know if your spouse declares bankruptcy.

Explains how your creditor can take some of your wages or money from your bank account, the laws to protect you, and what benefits are protected from garnishment. It also explains how to apply to set aside a garnishing order, how to file and serve the application, and what could happen at a court hearing.

If you can’t pay your loan, the creditor may seek to take your property to satisfy the debt. Learn your rights if a creditor wants to repossess (or seize) your property.

This guide outlines rights and responsibilities that children and youth have in British Columbia before they turn 19.

This article explains what a young person needs to do when they're pulled over by the police while driving. It explains about a roadside breath sample, duties after a collision, and what to do when the police officer asks questions.