Make-A-Will Week 2022
This week (October 2-8) is Make-a-Will Week in British Columbia. The provincial government designates the
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May 2023 Events
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Educating & Helping the Public
Free or low cost events for the general public to understand and use the law. Follow the links to see cost & registration info. All times in Pacific Time unless stated otherwise. See disclaimer.
May 1-7 | May 8-14 | May 15-21 | May 22-31
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May 1-7, 2023
- Mental Health and Disability in the Workplace (Webinar)
by People’s Law School- What: Like so many, you may have questions about mental health in the workplace. Do you need to tell your employer if you struggle with your mental health? What accommodations are you entitled to? What options do you have if you’re discriminated against because of a mental disability? For answers to your questions, please join PLS for this session.
- When: Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023 Noon to 1:00 PM
- Cost: Free
- Everyday Law Series: How to Navigate Your Human Rights Complaint (In-Person and Webinar)
by AC Friends of Court- What: This one-hour English session focuses on how to navigate your human rights complaint. It will be followed by a 30-minute Q and A session. You can attend in-person at 312 Main St, Vancouver or via Zoom.
- When: Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
- Cost: Free. Donations accepted.
- Brief Introduction of BC Legal Planning Documents and Nidus Registry Service (Webinar)
by Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and Registry- What: On the first Wednesday of each month, the Nidus Resource Centre will do a free online presentation. Nidus will do a short presentation on the legal planning documents available under BC legislation – e.g. Representation Agreements, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Wills – and a brief introduction to the Nidus Registry service. Then it is open to your questions. Your questions do not have to relate to the presentation.
- When: Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Cost: Free
May 8-14, 2023
- Advance Planning Presentation at the Nelson Public Library (In-Person)
by Seniors First BC- What: In partnership with the Nelson and Area Elder Abuse Prevention Program and the Nelson Public Library, Seniors First will be presenting about advanced planning tools including wills, power of attorneys, and representation agreements. No registration is required. Held at NPL, 602 Stanley Street, Nelson.
- When: Wednesday, May 10th, 2023 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
- Cost: Free
- Affidavit Swearing Service Legal Forms Workshop (In-Person)
by Amici Curiae Friends of Court Society- What: AC Friends of Court is hosting its legal forms workshop in the City of Richmond. There is a $0 affidavit swearing service. Bring your legal documents and ID. This is in person at CHIMO 7000 Minoru Blvd, Richmond. This service is provided in English, Chinese, Punjabi, and Hindi.
- When: Wednesday, May 10th, 2023 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Cost: Free
- Affidavit Swearing Service Legal Forms Workshop (In-Person)
by Amici Curiae Friends of Court Society- What: AC Friends of Court is hosting its legal forms workshop in the City of Surrey. There is a $0 affidavit swearing service. Bring your legal documents and ID. This is in person at Sources Community Resources Centre Newton location, Lobby 105 – 13771 72A Avenue Surrey BC V3W 9C6. This service is provided in English, Chinese, Punjabi, and Hindi.
- When: Thursday, May 11th, 2023 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Cost: Free
May 15-21, 2023
- Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning Workshop (Webinar)
by Plan Institute- What: Becoming well-informed about wills, trusts and estate planning is necessary to secure the financial future of your loved one with a disability. In this online workshop, you will learn things you should consider when creating a will, ways in which to ensure your loved one is protected when family passes, the types of trusts available, and more.
- When: Thursday, May 18th, 2023 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
- Cost: $25
- RDSP Level 1 (Webinar)
by Plan Institute- What: Beginner RDSP workshop for those who want to learn what an RDSP is, who qualifies, how to apply for the Disability Tax Credit, and how to open an RDSP. This is best suited to people who want to learn the basics of RDSPs and get general information about the plan. No background knowledge needed to get the most out of this workshop.
- When: Thursday, May 18th, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
- Cost: Free
May 22-31, 2023
- RDSP Level 2 (Webinar)
by Plan Institute- What: This Advanced RDSP workshop is for those who already have a RDSP or have already taken Level 1 and would like to deepen their knowledge and learn how to maximize growth. This workshop includes more complicated financial information so attendees should already understand RDSP basics and review our glossary of terms before attending this workshop.
- When: Tuesday, May 23th, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:45 PM
- Cost: Free
- How your community can access free legal information and services (In-Person and Webinar)
by AC Friends of Court- What: This one-hour English and Punjabi session focuses on wanting a divorce and your legal options in BC. It will be followed by a 30-minute Q and A session. You can attend in-person at New West Public Library 716 6th Avenue, New Westminster or via Zoom.
- When: Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
- Cost: Free. Donations accepted.
- Dos and Don’ts of starting a Non-Profit (In-Person and Webinar)
by Vantage Point and Pacific Legal Education and Outreach- What: Are you thinking of starting a not-for-profit? Have you just taken the plunge into Society waters? Are you new to the non-profit sector? This workshop will provide you with everything you need to know to get started on your passion project, turning your idea into a society. You will have a conversation with Lawyer and PLEO’s Legal Director Martha Rans (she/her), who will take you through the steps to becoming a society, as well as providing her top ten tips to avoid issues down the road.
- When: Thursday, May 25th, 2023 9:00 AM to Noon
- Cost: $139
- Affidavit Swearing Service Legal Forms Workshop (In-Person)
by Amici Curiae Friends of Court Society- What: AC Friends of Court is hosting its legal forms workshop in the City of Vancouver. There is a $0 affidavit swearing service. Bring your legal documents and ID. This is in person at 312 Main, A Centre for Social and Economic Innovation. This service is provided in English, Chinese, Punjabi, and Hindi. An appointment is required.
- When: Thursday, May 25th, 2023 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Cost: Free
- Credit and Debt in BC (Webinar)
by People’s Law School- What: What have you always wanted to know about credit and debt? Maybe you wonder what your credit score measures and how you can maintain or improve your rating? Maybe you have credit card debt and various loans and you wonder if you should consolidate them. Or perhaps you have questions about how to deal with aggressive debt collectors. Whether you feel confident about your finances or you struggle to make payments, you will not regret learning more about managing your credit and debt.
- When: Tuesday, May 30th, 2023 Noon to 1:00 PM
- Cost: Free
Learning & Community Building
Free or low cost professional development events for intermediaries, the people providing information and support to members of the public in their interactions with the legal system. We only include those that are open to non-lawyers. Also, events by organizations who help British Columbians in their interactions with the legal system. All times in Pacific Time unless stated otherwise. See disclaimer.
May 1-7 | May 8-14 | May 15-21 | May 22-31
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May 15-21, 2023
- Advancing gender equality: a conversation on ending poverty for people with disabilities (Webinar)
by West Coast LEAF- What: Using the 2021/2022 Gender Equality Report Card, this presentation highlights key actions and inactions taken by the BC and federal government to address economic insecurity and access to healthcare, focusing on the intersectional experiences of people with disabilities.
- When: Wednesday, May 17th, 2023 10:00 AM
- Cost: Free
June 2023 Events
Plan ahead! Here’s a preview of what’s coming next month.
- Beyond Inclusion: Centering Racialized Survivors in the GBV Sector (Webinar)
by Battered Women’s Support Services (BWSS)- What: BWSS Strategic Interventions is pleased to offer two upcoming sessions in June for frontline workers in anti-violence and social service organizations. Join BWSS in catalyzing positive change to increase access, safety, and justice for Indigenous, Black, newcomer immigrant/refugee, and racialized survivors in BC. Registration deadline is June 1st, 2023.
- When: Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
- Cost: Free
- Beyond Inclusion: Centering Racialized Survivors in the GBV Sector (In-Person)
by Battered Women’s Support Services (BWSS)- What: BWSS Strategic Interventions is pleased to offer two upcoming sessions in June for frontline workers in anti-violence and social service organizations. Join BWSS in catalyzing positive change to increase access, safety, and justice for Indigenous, Black, newcomer immigrant/refugee, and racialized survivors in BC. This is an in-person event held at 301 – 1522 Commercial Drive, Vancouver. Registration deadline is June 1st, 2023.
- When: Thursday, June 15th, 2023 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Cost: $40 per person
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