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Supreme Court Family Rules Forms

Government of British Columbia
Links to online fillable court forms for BC Supreme Court for family matters. You can view them in alphabetical or numerical order. The page provides instructions for opening and saving the forms, including which browsers and software to use.
Last reviewed March 2025
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Domestic Violence

Government of British Columbia
Describes the different forms of domestic violence, and links to the help available for victims of domestic violence, including a resource list and help line numbers. Also find tips and resources for people in abusive relationships, information about peace bonds and protection orders, and information about counselling for children.
Last reviewed August 2024
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Apply for a Family Law Act Order

Government of British Columbia
Helps you fill out forms for family orders in Provincial Court. These include protection orders, and orders for parenting arrangements, child support, contact with a child, guardianship, and spousal support. You can file the printed-out forms at a court registry, or e-file from this website.
Last reviewed November 2024
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Get an Order to Waive Fees (Supreme Court)

Family Law in BC (Justice Education Society)
Online step-by-step guide on how to apply for an order to waive fees. This lets you begin or respond to a court application without paying the fees. Includes links to blank forms.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Help Starts Here: Information on Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults

Government of British Columbia
Abuse and neglect of older adults takes many different forms: physical, sexual, emotional, and financial. This information sheet is part of the Help Starts Here series and provides information for older adults who have suffered abuse and neglect.
Last reviewed March 2024
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International Child Abduction (FAQ)

Government of British Columbia
Provides information about the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, what BC central authority can do if your child is abducted across international borders, and how most cases would proceed. Includes useful contacts and links to forms.
Last reviewed March 2024
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If You Can’t Get Legal Aid for Your Child Protection Case

Legal Aid BC
For people facing a complicated child protection hearing who have been denied legal aid but can’t afford a lawyer. Explains why you can ask for a court-appointed lawyer and how to apply. Includes forms and what to say to the judge in court.
Last reviewed March 2024
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Financial Abuse: Protecting British Columbia’s Seniors

Government of British Columbia
This fact sheet explains financial abuse and financial exploitation, which is a form of senior abuse. It explains financial abuse is a violation of trust. It gives examples and has tips for how you can prevent financial abuse and how to report it, provides useful resources, and explains who you can call for help.
Last reviewed March 2024