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Responsibilities under the Code as an Employer

BC’s Office of the Human Rights Commissioner
In BC, employers are obligated to ensure a workplace free of discrimination, as mandated by the Human Rights Code. This page explains what discrimination is and what can happen if an employer doesn’t meet their responsibilities.
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Last reviewed March 2024
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Child Protection

Legal Aid BC
Describes what can happen if the ministry thinks your child’s safety is at risk, including your responsibilities and rights as a parent, how you can be involved in making decisions for your child’s future, and how to avoid having to go to court.
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Last reviewed March 2024
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Prohibited Actions Relating to Occupational Health & Safety

Government of British Columbia
Explains that your employer or union cannot retaliate against you if you raise an occupational health and safety issue, refuse unsafe work, and more. It gives examples of some prohibited (retaliatory) actions. It also explains what you should do if you have a complaint, and the options for resolving your complaint.
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Last reviewed March 2024
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Migrant Workers

People’s Law School
This page contains links to what you need to know if you’re preparing to work in BC, including the rights of caregivers and farm workers coming to BC. It explains the steps you need to take to work in BC temporarily, and to extend your work permit. It also includes the steps caregivers can take if they have a problem at work.
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Last reviewed March 2024
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Essentials of Work & the Law

People’s Law School
This links to a publication that explains your rights and responsibilities as a worker. Topics include what to expect once you’re hired, and what happens if you’re fired or you leave your job. It also includes guidance on how to deal with a problem at work.
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Last reviewed March 2024
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Information for Children & Teens

Legal Aid BC
Answers some of the common questions asked by children and teens about their family law rights, including whether a young person can get child support, medical care, guardianship over younger siblings, and a say in which parent they want to live with.
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Last reviewed March 2024
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Tribunals & administrative law

This law makes sure the government and its agencies deal with people fairly. Claims are handled by specialized tribunals.
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Last reviewed March 2024
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Legal Advocacy Program

Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society
Helps agricultural workers with multiple barriers deal with legal appeals and complaints related to employment insurance, WorkSafeBC, employment standards, and more. They also help with employment-related disability cases, tenancy issues, and more. They offer legal representation and information, maintain resources, and do referrals.
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service
Last reviewed August 2024
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Spousal & child support & dividing property

Financial stability is important after separation or divorce. Find out about spousal and child support and how property and debt are divided.
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Last reviewed March 2024
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I’m involved in a Supreme Court case and can’t afford the court fees. What can I do?

If you can’t afford to pay fees in the Supreme Court, you can apply to the court for an “Order to Waive Fees.” This order allows you to file court documents and go to hearings without paying court-filing fees. You’ll have to prove that you’re receiving income assistance (welfare) or give information about your income and assets as well as your...
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Last reviewed October 2024
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