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BC Human Rights Tribunal: Guide to Getting Ready for a Hearing

BC Human Rights Tribunal

A guide for the hearing process for a complaint under the BC Human Rights Code. It gives an overview of the process, describes how you can prepare for the hearing, and explains what happens at the hearing and when you can expect a decision.

Last reviewed March 2024
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BC Human Rights Tribunal: Guide for Self-Represented People

BC Human Rights Tribunal

This guide explains how the tribunal works in plain language. It gives the definition of administrative tribunal and explains the roles of different parties involved. Topics outlined include making the applications, what happens in the hearing, and what to do if you disagree with the decision.

Last reviewed March 2024
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Gladue Services: Information for the Public

BC First Nations Justice Council

Explains Gladue rights and factors, and how to get a Gladue report via a service from the BC First Nations Justice Council.

Last reviewed March 2024
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Report a Concern

BC Financial Services Authority (BCFSA)

The BCFSA regulates real estate services, mortgage brokers, credit unions, insurance companies, trust companies, and pension plans. This page explains how to file a complaint, including steps to do beforehand. It tells you what will happen if you make a complaint, and what if your complaint falls outside of BCFSA’s mandate.

Last reviewed March 2024
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The Arrest Handbook

BC Civil Liberties Association

The police are responsible for enforcing the law. While they’re deserving of respect and assistance, they must also respect your legal rights. This booklet has important information about how you can expect the police to act, and how you can respond if you feel the police don’t act properly.

Last reviewed March 2024
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Privacy: Biometrics in the Workplace

BC Civil Liberties Association

This fact sheet provides you with information about your biometrics’ privacy rights in the workplace and the things you can do if you believe that your employer has breached them.

Last reviewed March 2024
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Powers of Conservation Officers

BC Civil Liberties Association

This fact sheet tells you about the roles and responsibilities of Conservation Officers, their powers, and steps you can take if you believe your rights have been violated.

Last reviewed March 2024
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Making a Complaint Against the Police

BC Civil Liberties Association

This guide will help you make a complaint against municipal police or the RCMP.

Last reviewed March 2024
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Know Your Rights: Injunctions and Contempt of Court

BC Civil Liberties Association

Answers questions such as what is an injunction, what is contempt of court, and what are your rights when you go to court on this charge.

Last reviewed March 2024
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HIV Testing Handbook: A Guide to Your Rights

BC Civil Liberties Association

This handbook covers some of the topics that you need to know to understand your rights in regard to HIV testing. It covers topics like informed consent, “non-nominal” (no-name) testing, and how to safeguard your medical privacy and limit who can view your medical information.

Last reviewed March 2024