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[PDF]  Clicklaw and Beyond: Public Legal Education and Information Materials in BC

This report presents an overview of the public legal education and information (PLEI) resources available in BC in order to identify and analyze gaps and overlaps. The research was conducted in 2009 as part of the ... + more details

From Courthouse Libraries BC
Subtopics: public legal education & information (PLEI)

[PDF]  Civil Legal Needs Research Report

This report by Carol McEown was commissioned by the Law Foundation to gain a clear picture of the legal needs of British Columbians. The report summarizes key research in BC and other jurisdictions, considers what the ... + more details

From Law Foundation of BC
Subtopics: finding legal help; justice system reform

[PDF]  Diversity Profile of British Columbia

This report describes the shape and structure of BC's population using the Foundation's definition of diversity. This can be used by individuals or groups to develop a greater understanding of the diversity within their ... + more details

From Law Foundation of BC
Subtopics: public legal education & information (PLEI)

[PDF]  Poverty Law Needs Assessment and Gap/Overlap Analysis

Denice Barrie was commissioned to prepare a report to help the Foundation consider options for allocating its resources for poverty law services. The analysis included selecting a determinant of need and an assessment ... + more details

From Law Foundation of BC
Subtopics: finding legal help; public legal education & information (PLEI) + all subtopics

[web]  Vancouver's Downtown Community Court

These web pages outline the downtown community court's development, jurisdiction, principles, operations and partnerships. They also include statistical updates on the court's activity and provide a photo and video ... + more details

From Criminal Justice Reform
Subtopics: charged with a crime; crime prevention; criminal court

[PDF]  In Their Name: The Call for a Wrongful Death Act in BC

BCCPD is part of a community coalition seeking a new wrongful death act in British Columbia that would empower families whose loved ones are killed through the negligent acts of others. + more details

From BC Coalition of People with Disabilities
Subtopics: justice system reform; negligence; rights & protection from discrimination; victim support & victim rights + all subtopics

[web]  Wills, Estates and Succession: A Modern Legal Framework

The law surrounding the passage of property on death by means of a will or intestate inheritance is known as the law of succession. This project examines the legislation and caselaw that makes up this antiquated and ... + more details

From British Columbia Law Institute (BCLI)
Subtopics: justice system reform; planning for your future; planning for your future; probating or dealing with an estate; wills + all subtopics

[PDF]  A Problem Solving Approach to Dispute Resolution

This paper explains in depth the "problem solving approach" to dispute resolution. It compares the problem-solving model with the adversarial model and provides examples of each approach. + more details

From BC Ministry of Attorney General
Subtopics: civil issues resolved outside of court; family court; family issues resolved outside of court; justice system reform; mediation + all subtopics

[PDF]  Downtown Community Court: A New Approach to Addressing Crime in Our Community (poster)

This colour poster briefly outlines the innovative approach Vancouver's downtown community court takes to reduce crime. + more details

From Criminal Justice Reform
Subtopics: charged with a crime; crime prevention; criminal court

[PDF]  The Community Partnership Manual: A Guide to Developing a Community-Based Pro Bono Program

This manual outlines the steps for developing a pro bono delivery service. Intended for community organizations that want to create a pro bono program, this guide provides practical information for creating and ... + more details

From Access Pro Bono Society of BC
Subtopics: finding legal help