Legal Resources

This resource explains what non-profits must do to create or maintain a privacy policy for the collection, use, disclosure, and retention of personal information. Topics covered include training, how to comply with Canadian Anti Spam Law (CASL), and more.

This resource explains the steps for making a refugee claim for people who have already arrived in BC. It includes links to the forms you need, and explains how to prepare for your hearing.

This resource explains the steps for asylum seekers experiencing persecution due to their sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, and/or HIV status. It outlines the process for seeking refugee protection overseas and then applying for resettlement to Canada.

This website describes conflict resolution options including mediation. It also provides information about their child welfare initiatives, roster services, and complaints process. The site has a searchable directory of civil, family, and child protection mediators.

Explains the law about fair division of family property or debt when spouses separate, and what you can do if you believe your agreement is unfair. It explains how to prepare a financial statement for court, how to manage your case and work with a lawyer, and where to get free legal help.

Provides legal information for people who are unexpectedly pregnant outside of a long-term relationship. It’s not written for those who are in a long-term relationship or expect to be in a relationship with the other person while pregnant and after the child is born.

Explains your rights and the steps to take if you’ve been accused of defamation. It explains the defences to a defamation claim.

Explains the law of defamation, which protects your reputation from harm that is unjustified. It explains the differences between libel and slander, and what you must show to establish a claim for defamation.

Explains the legal term “damages,” including what damages are for, and the different types of damages. Find out how you can figure out what your claim might be worth.

Explains that medical malpractice occurs if a health care provider gives substandard treatment that causes harm to a patient. It explains the legal duty to give proper medical care, and your rights. It also covers the time limits to start a medical malpractice lawsuit.