Legal Resources

A 20-page booklet about the human rights laws that apply in BC. It explains how the law protects people, how you can make a complaint under the Human Rights Code, and who will help you.

Describes the process of filing a human rights complaint, including how long each step can take, what to expect after you first send your application, what documents you may need, and how to prepare for a hearing.

Answers questions commonly asked by those who have made a human rights complaint.

Explains how to make a complaint about the conduct of an RCMP member. It includes a complaint form PDF, which is also available in multiple languages.

The Civil Resolution Tribunal is an online system for resolving many types of civil law disputes without needing a lawyer or attending court. It encourages both parties to work together. If necessary, an independent tribunal member makes a decision about your claim. This page goes over the four main stages of the process and includes a video.

CRT forms in PDF format if you prefer to send a form by email or mail rather than submitting it online.

This project aims to spread human rights information that is accurate, accessible, and relevant to the safety and well-being of trans and gender-diverse individuals and their supportive allies across British Columbia. Topics include immigration, public spaces/services, sex work, and more.

This manual has three main parts: “Areas of Law Pathfinders,” “The Guide to Civil Procedure at the Supreme Court of British Columbia,” and “Annotations of the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules and Court of Appeal Rules.” The publication is written for a wide audience.

This website introduces the three pillars that support human rights in the province. It also offers a brief explanation of personal characteristics based on the Human Rights Code, such as age, religion, gender identity, source of income, and many more.

This page answers common questions about hate speech based on the laws that are applicable in BC. Includes discriminatory speech, protected characteristics under the Criminal Code and BC’s Human Rights Code, freedom of speech, defending yourself when accused, witnessing hate speech, and being a victim.