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Family Management Conference

Provincial Court of British Columbia
This article explains the Family Management Conference at the Provincial Court of BC. Includes definitions, steps for preparing yourself, what will happen at the conference, what happens if you need a trial, getting a copy of an order, and links to more details.
Last reviewed September 2024
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Legal Information for Indigenous People

S.H.E.D. Society of Bella Coola
This booklet provides basic, accessible legal information for Indigenous people facing legal issues. Topics include justice systems, children and families, rights and protections, death and taxes, income security, and class actions. It explains how the laws can vary for people based on their Indigeneity.
Last reviewed August 2024
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Birth, Adoption, Death, Marriage and Divorce

Vital Statistics Agency (Government of BC)
Provides information to help you register and order certificates for vital events, such as a birth, death, or marriage. Also provides online application for certificates.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Supreme Court Family Rules Forms

Government of British Columbia
Links to all the forms (you can view them in alphabetical or numerical order). The page also links to free resources to help decide what form you need and how to proceed. It provides instructions and explains what software and browsers to use.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Supreme Court Family Order Pick List

Supreme Court of British Columbia
The Supreme Court has developed a “Family Order Pick List” which sets out standard terms for most of the usual orders made in family cases. The pick list provides the Supreme Court clerks the ability to electronically populate orders after chambers applications or a judicial case conference.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Protecting Yourself & Your Family

Legal Aid BC
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.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Overview: Separation and Divorce

Supreme Court BC (Justice Education Society)
This guidebook has general information about separating and getting a divorce. It is intended for separating couples who can reach an agreement without a trial, and also to those who require a judge to settle a disputes.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Muslim Marriage Contract Toolkit

Canadian Council of Muslim Women
Rooted in traditional Muslim laws, this toolkit helps Muslim women to develop a marriage contract. It includes a sample marriage certificate, a sample Muslim marriage contract and explanatory notes on what each clause means.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Marriage (registration and certificates)

Vital Statistics Agency (Government of BC)
Provides information on marriage registration and certificates. Find out how to marry in British Columbia, order a marriage certificate, change a marriage record, and search for a marriage licence issuer or marriage commissioner.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Dial-a-Law: Marriage Agreements and Cohabitation Agreements

People’s Law School
A marriage or cohabitation agreement can set out how couples will deal with issues that come up if their relationship ends, but also with issues during the relationship such as property and debts. This page talks about what an agreement covers and doesn’t cover, legal requirements, and how to change one.
Last reviewed March 2024