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Explore Your Topic: Legal Resources

Our librarians have handpicked the most helpful resources on this topic from the Library collection and online.

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Databases

BC Building Codes

BC Building Codes

Access BC Codes for safety standards for building and construction, repairs, and more. Includes BC Fire Code, BC Building Code & BC Plumbing Code.

BC Laws

BC Laws

On BC Laws you'll find current laws of BC, including every public Act, regulations, Third Reading Bills, Orders in Council, BC Gazette II and more.

BC Stats

BC Stats

BC info at your fingertips, including statistical reports from BC Stats including census data, economy, labour, environment, government and more.

Vehicle Safety and Inspection Standards Online

Vehicle Safety and Inspection Standards Online

Access to vehicle safety and inspection standards and related BC legislation to ensure compliance with the Motor Vehicle Act. In-library use only.

On The Web

Aboriginal Legal Aid in BC

Legal Aid BC helps Aboriginal peoples in BC understand their legal rights by providing legal information and connecting communities to legal support. They follow the lead of their Indigenous Services division, who work to meet the legal needs of Aboriginal peoples in BC through innovative and culturally informed legal aid services.

BC Laws

BC Laws provides access to British Columbia's Laws, Acts, Bills, Regulations and Legal Materials. It is published by the King's Printer for British Columbia in partnership with the Ministry of Attorney General and the Legislative Assembly.

BC Residential Tenancies

Tenants and landlords can find information to guide them from the start of a tenancy to the end. Learn what tools and resources are available and what to do if you need help.

Civil Resolution Tribunal

The CRT is part of the BC public justice system and offers affordable ways to resolve many types of civil law disputes without needing a lawyer or attending court. They can help with claims involving intimate images, motor vehicle accidents, smalls claims, strata property and societies and cooperatives.

Clicklaw

Clicklaw, maintained by Courthouse Libraries BC, gathers legal resources in one place to help British Columbians find accurate, understandable information and feel confident in their legal research. Includes resources translated into dozens of languages including Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, French and more.

Clicklaw Wikibooks

Clicklaw Wikibooks are collaboratively developed, plain language legal publications that are published and kept up-to-date on a wiki, where they can also be printed and downloaded. They are free to download and share with British Columbians who seek reliable, up-to-date information to address legal problems or learn about the law. Launched and maintained by Courthouse Libraries BC.

Community Legal Assistance Society

CLAS is a nationally recognized non-profit law firm, specializing in housing, income security, workers’ rights, mental health and human rights law.

Courthouse Libraries BC

Immigration, refugees & citizenship-Explore the links to reliable online guides and tools and to organizations in BC. They have been chosen by librarians at Courthouse Libraries BC.

Dial-A-Law

Dial-A-Law features free information on the law in British Columbia in 190 topic areas. The information is reviewed by lawyers and updated regularly. Maintained by People's Law School

District of North Vancouver: Bylaws

Bylaws of the District of North Vancouver regulating parking, noise, signs, lawn watering, land-use, and more. Look up a bylaw by keyword, bylaw number or browse by category. You can also use this page to report bylaw infractions or pay/dispute tickets online.

Family Law in B.C.

Self-help guides with step-by-step instructions on topics such as how to file for a divorce, children, finances, abuse and family violence as well as general information about the BC legal system.

How to Separate

Help for separating couples in BC, including guidance on separating finances and going to court.

Legal Aid BC

Legal Aid BC provides legal information, advice and representation services. Their priority is to serve the interests of people experiencing barriers accessing the legal system. They can help with serious family problems, child protection matters, immigration issues and criminal law issues.

Legal Aid BC Multilingual Resources

Legal Aid BC translates many of its publications into languages other than English. Go here to find multilingual publications on topics such as legal aid, your legal rights, and family law issues.

North Shore Community Resources

NSCR's Community Legal Services program aims to increase people's access to justice by providing free legal information, advice, and advocacy services to those facing disputes or legal issues.

North Shore Restorative Justice

A peaceful approach to crime and conflict that seeks to address the needs of victims, offenders and communities by offering processes that encourage dialogue, reparation and healing.

People's Law School

People's Law School is a non-profit society in British Columbia, dedicated to making the law accessible to everyone. They provide free education and information to help people effectively deal with the legal problems of daily life.

Renting It Right

This free online learning platform teaches BC tenants how to find rental housing, maintain problem-free tenancies, and resolve legal disputes with landlords.

Residential Tenancies

Contact the Residential Tenancy Branch for information, education and dispute resolution services for landlords and tenants.

Small Claims BC

Small Claims is the do-it-yourself court for civil disputes from $5,001 to $35,000. Want to know more about Small Claims Court B.C.? Take some time to explore the information and resources on this site.

Vancouver Indigenous Justice Centre

The Indigenous Justice Centre (IJC) in Vancouver offers supports to Indigenous people – First Nations, Métis and Inuit – dealing with criminal and child protection matters who otherwise cannot access help through legal aid. Run by the BC First Nations Justice Council.

Wills, Estates & Planning

Find legal information on wills and future planning published by non-profit organizations, the government, and legal professionals in BC. Each topic includes online guides and tools selected by librarians.

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