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How is income assistance different on and off reserve?

Income assistance, also known as welfare or social assistance, is money and other benefits for people who need financial help. There are different requirements to qualify for a certain kind of benefit. On reserve Income assistance for people living on reserve comes from the Government of Canada through Indigenous Services Canada. Aboriginal Legal...
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Last reviewed September 2024
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Family Management Conference

Provincial Court of British Columbia
This article explains the Family Management Conference at the Provincial Court of BC. Includes definitions, steps for preparing yourself, what will happen at the conference, what happens if you need a trial, getting a copy of an order, and links to more details.
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Last reviewed September 2024
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Traffic Court Hearing

Provincial Court of British Columbia
An article about preparing for a traffic court hearing — how it’s likely to work, with tips on how to conduct your case in court.
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Last reviewed September 2024
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Small Claims Trial

Provincial Court of British Columbia
Explains legal terms used at a small claims court trial, what kind of evidence you can use, how you can prepare for trial, and an overview of the common procedures.
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Last reviewed September 2024
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Traffic, Ticket, Bylaw

Provincial Court of British Columbia
This section of the BC Provincial Court website has information and guides for dealing with provincial violation tickets, federal contravention tickets, and municipal tickets.
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Last reviewed September 2024
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Small Claims

Provincial Court of British Columbia
Small claims court generally hears cases between $5,001 and $35,000. This section of the BC Provincial Court website has information and guides such as preparing for a settlement conference, preparing for a trial, and getting your documents in order.
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Last reviewed September 2024
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Learning Your Way Around a Courtroom

Provincial Court of British Columbia
This article explains the words used for things you’ll find in a BC Provincial Court trial courtroom, show you who sits where, and explain some of the customs you’ll see in court.
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Last reviewed September 2024
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Getting Ready for Traffic, Ticket and Bylaw Court

Provincial Court of British Columbia
This guide deals with provincial violation tickets — for offences under BC laws, including traffic offences under the Motor Vehicle Act and regulations, and offences under the Liquor Control and Licensing Act.
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Last reviewed September 2024
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Courtroom Procedures, Conduct and Customs

Provincial Court of British Columbia
Tips for attending court, whether in person or by videoconference. There are certain rules that the judge will be expecting you to follow.
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Last reviewed September 2024
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Family Law Protection Orders

Provincial Court of British Columbia
Explains the procedures for getting a hearing if you’re asking for a protection order, or if a protection order has been made without notice to you and you’re asking to have it changed or set aside.
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Last reviewed September 2024
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