Legal Resources

Provides information about adoption options available in BC. Includes how to adopt a child, placing your child for adoption, how to access adoption records, and reunion services.

Adoption is the process to legally transfer parental responsibilities for a child from one family to another. Learn what’s involved in adopting a child or placing a child for adoption.

The CSRS can help parents with adjusting the child-support amount by reviewing eligible orders and agreements annually. This page explains eligibility, the way the free service works, and how to enrol in the service.

Information and self-help guides on family law in BC. Topics covered include abuse, adoption, child protection/removal, common-law relationships, custody and access, divorce and separation, child support, and spousal support.

Information about how to recognize abuse and harassment and what you can do to help protect yourself or others from being abused.

Explains peace bonds, family law protection orders, and things you can do to help you and your family stay safe from an abusive or violent person.

Includes examples of how the other person may use the legal system to harass (bother) or abuse you, and what you can do.

Describes how to spot types of abuse and family violence in different harmful or controlling behaviours (whether it’s happening to you or someone you know).

When you have a protection order against your children’s other parent, plan how to keep yourself and your children safe during parenting time and at handover.

Online step-by-step guide on how to apply for an order to waive fees. This lets you begin or respond to a court application without paying the fees. Includes links to blank forms.