Legal Resources

Explains that preparing a will is a key step in planning for what happens when you pass away. Learn the essentials of preparing a will (including what your will doesn’t deal with, and what may happen if you don’t prepare a will) and tips for creating an estate plan. Find answers to some common questions.

Explains how to prepare for the possibility of one day needing someone to help you make decisions about your health care, legal affairs, or finances. Topics include power of attorney, enduring power of attorney, and representation agreements.

Tips on making an advance care plan, arranging a power of attorney, writing a will, and deciding on future living arrangements if you have dementia.

This booklet is for adults in BC who want to plan for their future. It covers arrangements you can put in place now or for when you’re unable to handle your own affairs. It explains your options for planning in four areas: health care and personal care, as well financial affairs and legal matters.

A chart showing where you can get help for personal planning, which is making legal arrangements in the event you need assistance during your lifetime due to illness, injury, or disability. In BC, Nidus can help you make Representation Agreements and Enduring Powers of Attorney.

When a temporary placement for a child is not possible, the alternative could be transferring custody to the caregiver by adoption or a court order. This page briefly describes the conditions, guardian’s responsibilities, financial support, rights, access orders, and future legal matters.

Explains you may be eligible for permanent disability benefits if you had a work-related injury or illness that permanently impacted you or your ability to work. Topics include what to expect when you’re referred to Long Term Disability Services, and how the benefits are calculated.

Explains peace bonds, which can offer protection if you fear for your safety. Topics include how peace bonds work, and what to do if a person disobeys a peace bond. It includes the steps you need to take to get a peace bond.

Explains the rights and requirements of a tenancy agreement for both tenants and landlords. Topics covered include paying rent on time, paying utilities and fees, what happens if rent is not paid, and what landlords must do to increase rent.

Explains what happens if the Director of Child Protection has concerns about a child's safety or plans to remove them. Describes collaborative (shared) planning, decision-making options, and presentation and protection hearings. Includes information for Indigenous families, where to get help, and definitions.