Legal Resources

Describes who is a parent, how to become a guardian, and the responsibilities of parents and guardians after separation. Also explains the rights of the child, parents, stepparents, and other relatives.

This booklet is for service providers assisting “mothers without status” — women who are neither Canadian citizens nor permanent residents. It gives an overview of the issues they face and options they can take. It includes information on where to get help.

This chapter provides an overview of family law agreements and covers cohabitation agreements, marriage agreements, and separation agreements in more detail, with additional information about enforcing and changing agreements.

If your family law case is in the Kamloops Provincial (Family) Court, a judge may offer you the option of an informal trial before a trial is scheduled. It links to PDFs about informal trials, the trial journey, FAQs, and how to prepare.

Describes what to expect when you go to court for a conference, Chambers hearing, or trial. Includes tips on preparing for court.

Tips to help you prepare to attend a remote Provincial Court proceeding.

Explains who is eligible, how to apply, how much you could receive, and how long benefits last.

Information about financial statements in family court, including how they’re used in court, and details about filing and copying.

Explains the family management conference, which is your first appearance in provincial family court when you or your ex-spouse has filed an application for an order.

Many self-represented litigants find that having a trusted friend or family member with them to provide emotional support, take notes, and organize documents can be a big help. The BC Provincial Court recognizes this, and they’ve adopted guidelines to make it easier to bring a support person to provincial family court.