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Dial-a-Law: Couples Who Aren’t Spouses: Your Income, Support, and Property Rights

People’s Law School
Not all couples who live together meet the definition of “spouse” under BC’s family law. For these couples, learn your entitlement to benefits and what happens if you split up.
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Last reviewed March 2024
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Problems at Work

People’s Law School
Practical guidance on dealing with a problem at work. Topics include tips for talking with your employer, tips on writing a letter to your employer, and the steps involved in making an employment standards complaint.
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Last reviewed March 2024
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Where do I start for information on Family Court?

This page directs you to information on family matters in the BC Provincial Court, including guardianship of a child, parenting arrangements, child/spousal support, protection orders, and more. Most of these matters can also be dealt with in Supreme Court. For divorce and division of family property, you must go to BC Supreme Court. Note...
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Last reviewed October 2024
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I’m going to the interview for income assistance. What do I need to know?

Applying for welfare involves having an eligibility interview with a worker from the BC government. You’ll need to gather a lot of information to give to the government worker at your interview. The government worker will also ask you a lot of personal questions. What to bring to the interview If your interview is in person, you should bring your...
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Last reviewed September 2024
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Farm Workers and Rights at Work

People’s Law School
Explains farm workers’ rights under BC’s main employment law. Topics include who is considered a farm worker under the law, and what happens if an employer doesn’t follow the minimum standards. It explains what benefits you're eligible for, and more.
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Last reviewed March 2024
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Restorative Justice in BC

Restorative Justice Association of BC
Provides some examples of restorative initiatives in BC that are offered outside and in relation to the legal system.
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Last reviewed August 2024
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Conflict Resolution Options (and about mediation)

Mediate BC
This website describes conflict resolution options including mediation. It also provides information about their child welfare initiatives, roster services, and complaints process. The site has a searchable directory of civil, family, and child protection mediators.
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Last reviewed July 2024
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Where can I get help with legal problems caused by floods or wildfires in BC?

If floods or wildfires in BC affect your life, you may encounter legal problems related to this natural disaster and need financial assistance. Below are trusted sources of information that can help you during this challenging time. Helpful information EmergencyInfoBC (Government of BC): This is a portal for verified event information during...
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Last reviewed June 2024
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Children

Legal Aid BC
Information for parents, guardians, relatives of children, and children and teens about child rights, parenting and contact arrangements, child protection, and adoption.
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Last reviewed March 2024
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Keeping Kids Safe When You Have a Protection Order

Legal Aid BC
When you have a protection order against your children’s other parent, plan how to keep yourself and your children safe during parenting time and at handover.
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Last reviewed March 2024
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