Legal Services

Find organizations that provide legal help in BC. Most services are free or low cost.

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VictimLinkBC

Government of British Columbia

Provides information and referral services to all victims of crime and immediate crisis support to victims of family and sexual violence, including victims of human trafficking exploited for labour or sexual services. It’s a toll-free, confidential, multilingual service available across BC and the Yukon 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Last reviewed July 2024
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Dispute resolution for consumers

Better Business Bureau

Helps you file a complaint against a business and get a resolution to your problem. You can post reviews about your experience with a business. The BBB will help you report scams, imposters, frauds, or schemes, as well as file complaints about warranty disputes for a vehicle.

Last reviewed July 2024
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Tenant Infoline

Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre (TRAC)

Information, referrals, and help for residential tenancy law matters (renting) in BC. They help with common problems such as tenancy agreement forms, repairs, eviction, quiet enjoyment, security deposits, fixed-term leases, rent increases, termination of services, and dispute resolution.

Last reviewed July 2024
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Virtual Pro Bono Clinic (ask a mediator)

Mediate BC

Make an appointment to talk to a professional civil or family mediator and ask questions about mediation generally or about a specific conflict, including housing, workplace, family conflicts or business related issues. Mediators can help you determine if mediation is appropriate and discuss timelines, cost, and how to discuss going to mediation...

Last reviewed July 2024
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Native Courtworker Program

Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of British Columbia

This program helps Indigenous accused understand the criminal justice process from its outset, ensuring they receive fair, just, equitable, and culturally sensitive treatment before the courts. The service provides appropriate referrals, liaises between Indigenous accused and criminal justice personnel, and more.

Last reviewed July 2024
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Library services

Courthouse Libraries BC

Provides legal information services to the public via a network of libraries in BC courthouses. Visit our website & learn how the libraries provide access to staff expertise, print and digital legal collections, and public computers. You’re encouraged to call or email before visiting as they can provide many services this way & can save you time.

Last reviewed July 2024
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Office of the Seniors Advocate BC

Office of the Seniors Advocate BC

The office’s information and referral specialists can help you find programs and services for seniors.

Last reviewed March 2024