Legal Resources

Picklists contain sample language that you can use in court orders and applications. They provide standard wording to help you make yourself understood to the court.

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

A list of trusted resources for legal information, including legislation and case law, and a checklist of what to consider when reading legal information online.

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.

Practical tips for attending court, including suggestions on how to dress, finding your courtroom, and court etiquette. Intended for both parties going to court and for observers watching cases.

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.

Understand your alternatives to family court, including different types of mediation and collaborative solutions.

Information about preparing for different types of cases in Provincial Court and appearing in court including tips about dress, food, and electronic devices; legal terms; courtroom layout; and the people you will see in a courthouse.

Moving to a new country can be challenging. You probably have a number of questions that need to be answered right away. This guide has information on getting a job, finding a place to live, health services, banking, getting a driver’s licence, the legal system, and much more.

This booklet provides basic, accessible legal information for Indigenous people across the continent who are facing legal issues. It provides a national perspective on topics covered in the BC-specific booklet, including your rights and protections, restorative justice, child protection, prisons, crossing the border, wills and estates, and benefits...