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Schedule and Prepare for Your Supreme Court Trial

Family Law in BC (Justice Education Society)
A step-by-step guide that helps you getting ready for your Supreme Court family law trial. Includes scheduling a trial, attending a Trial Management Conference, and filing and serving the necessary documents.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Judicial Review Basics (civil law)

Supreme Court BC (Justice Education Society)
The basics of judicial review, which is when you’re asking the court to review a decision made by an administrative tribunal. It goes over the time limits, how to file your petition for judicial review, what happens to the original order while you wait for the review, what kind of mistakes can be reviewed, and possible outcomes.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Funeral Rights

Consumer Protection BC
Consumer Protection BC regulates cemetery and funeral services in the province. Learn more about your rights and obligations around cremation, interment, and funeral service practices in BC, and find out what you can do if you have a problem or complaint.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Tenant Survival Guide: Entering a Tenancy

Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre (TRAC)
Explains what goes into a tenancy agreement with your landlord, and the different arrangements you can have with a roommate.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Disability Tax Credit Tool

Disability Alliance BC
The Canadian Disability Tax Credit (DTC) can help reduce the taxes you or someone who supports you owe, and offers other great benefits. To apply, your health care provider needs to fill out the DTC Certificate (form T2201). This tool is designed to give them the info they need from you so they can fill out that form.
Last reviewed March 2024