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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.
February 1-9 | February 10-16 | February 17-23 | February 24-28
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February 1-9, 2025

• Frauds & Scams (In Person)
  by Seniors First BC and North Shore Neighbourhood House
  • What: This presentation introduces what frauds and scams are, common methods and schemes targeting Canadian seniors, safety strategies, and resources to consult if you or someone you know has been affected by frauds/scams. This is held at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West 1st Street. Registration is required.
  • When: Tuesday, February 4th, 2025 10:30 AM to Noon
  • Cost: Free

• How You Can Get Free Legal Information and Services (Webinar and In-Person)
  by AC Friends of Court
  • What: As part of the Everyday Law Series, AC Friends of Court volunteers help you understand legal procedures and complete paperwork for free. This is held at Thompson Nicola Regional Library, Kamloops branch 100 – 465 Victoria St. Kamloops. You can also attend via Zoom.
  • When: Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
  • Cost: Free

February 10-16, 2025

• RDSP Level 1 (Webinar)
  by Plan Institute
  • What: The Level 1: Intro to the RDSP webinar is 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 is needed.
  • When: Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
  • Cost: Free

• Affidavit Swearing Service Legal Forms Workshop (In-Person)
  by AC Friends of Court
  • 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, February 13th, 2025 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  • Cost: Free

February 17-23, 2025

• The Importance of Staying Connected (In-Person)
  by Seniors First BC and North Vancouver District Library
  • What: This interactive presentation introduces the importance of staying connected. It discusses issues of social isolation and loneliness including risk factors, the correlation between social isolation and decreased well-being, and how we can do our part to stay connected with loved ones in our lives. Held at Lynn Valley Branch, 1277 Lynn Valley Road, North Vancouver.
  • When: Tuesday, February 18th, 2025 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
  • Cost: Free

• Frauds & Scams (In-Person)
  by Seniors First BC and VPL Kerrisdale branch
  • What: This presentation introduces what frauds and scams are, common methods and schemes targeting Canadian seniors, safety strategies, and resources to consult if you or someone you know has been affected by frauds/scams. Held at VPL Kerrisdale, 2112 West 42nd Ave, Vancouver.
  • When: Wednesday, February 19th, 2025 10:30 AM to Noon
  • Cost: Free

• Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning (Webinar)
  by Plan Institute
  • What: Understanding wills, trusts, and estate planning can help secure your financial future or the financial future of a loved one with a disability. This webinar covers topics including considerations when creating a will, tips for protecting your loved ones when family passes, types of trusts, and more.
  • When: Thursday, February 20th, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
  • Cost: Free

February 24-28, 2025

• RDSP Level 2 (Webinar)
  by Plan Institute
  • What: This Advanced RDSP webinar is for people who have an RDSP or have already taken Level 1 and would like to deepen their knowledge of the RDSP and learn how to maximize its growth. This webinar includes more complicated information so attendees should already have attended our RDSP: Level 1 webinar.
  • When: Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 7:00 PM to 8:45 PM
  • Cost: Free

• Affidavit Swearing Service Legal Forms Workshop (In-Person)
  by AC Friends of Court
  • What: AC Friends of Court is hosting its legal forms workshop in Vancouver. There is a $0 affidavit swearing service. This is in person at 312 Main Street, Vancouver (enter thru Cordova St). This service is provided in English and Chinese. Bring your ID and documents.
  • When: Thursday, February 27th, 2025 6:00 PM to 7:00 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.
February 1-9 | February 10-16 | February 17-23 | February 24-28
Looking for public legal education events? Go back to the beginning.

We will update this section when more events are announced.

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Disclaimer: These events are being provided as a convenience and for informational purposes only; they do not constitute an endorsement or an approval by the Clicklaw team of any of the products or services of the organizations. Contact the external site for questions regarding their events.

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