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Money, Debt & Consumer

Find information on money, debt, and consumer law published by non-profit organizations, the government, and legal professionals in BC. Each topic includes online guides and tools selected by our librarians.

Legal help in BC

Access Pro Bono Summary Advice Program

Access Pro Bono

Offers free legal advice to low- and modest-income individuals by phone or videoconference. Their volunteer lawyers provide up to a half hour of advice at each appointment, with the possibility of more appointments. Legal issues include family, immigration, criminal, and civil law (such as debt, employment, welfare, and housing matters).

Dispute resolution for consumers

Better Business Bureau

Helps you file a complaint against a business and get a resolution to your problem. You can post reviews about your experience with a business. The BBB will help you report scams, imposters, frauds, or schemes, as well as file complaints about warranty disputes for a vehicle.

Find an Advocate

PovNet

An online tool to help you find a legal advocate near you, and to connect advocates in small or rural communities find up-to-date resources. You can search by areas of advocacy or city.