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Sponsorship Breakdown

Legal Aid BC

A 57-page booklet written for permanent residents who need help when the person sponsoring them in Canada is no longer supporting them. Explains what happens when a sponsorship breaks down, and how to apply for welfare.

Last reviewed March 2024
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Dial-a-Law: Separation and Separation Agreements

People’s Law School

Learn about the decisions you must make if your relationship has ended. Topics include separation, and why making a separation agreement is a good idea, as it can deal with support and parenting arrangements, and can deal with property and debt. It also explains what happens to the family home.

Last reviewed March 2024
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Dial-a-Law: Responding to Divorce Proceedings

People’s Law School

Explains divorce proceedings in BC. If a divorce proceeding has been started against you, you can do nothing or respond. It explains that a notice of family claim starts a divorce proceeding, and what you need to do if you don’t agree with the notice of family claim. It also answers common questions.

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