October 2024 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.
October 1-6 | October 7-13 | October 14-20October 21-31
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October 1-6, 2024

  • Personal Planning through Storytelling: Representation Agreements, Nidus Registry and more (Webinar)
    by Nidus
    • What: What is personal planning? How is it different from estate planning? What if I have a Will and an Enduring Power of Attorney – am I covered? What if I can’t make any of these documents? What will happen to me in an emergency if I can’t speak for myself? Learn the answers to these questions and more. There will be a short period for Q&A. All are welcome to attend.
    • When: Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024 Noon to 1:00 PM
    • Cost: Free

October 7-13, 2024

  • Make a Will in BC: “Best of” Edition (Webinar)
    by People’s Law School
    • What: Get ready for Make-a-Will Week in BC. If you want to learn more about making or updating your will, please join PLS for this one-hour lunchtime webinar. Their lawyer and notary panelists will answer the top questions British Columbians have had over the years about making a will.
    • When: Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 Noon to 1:00 PM
    • Cost: Free
  • Ask an Expert: The DTC and Other Disability Tax Supports (Webinar)
    by DABC, BCANDS and Plan Institute
    • What: As part of RDSP Awareness Month, join this event for a moderated question and answer period facilitated by experts from Disability Alliance BC (DABC), BC Aboriginal Network on Disability Society (BCANDS), and Plan Institute. This webinar will focus on questions related to the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) and other disability related tax benefits, credits, and considerations. Registration is required.
    • When: Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
    • Cost: Free
  • School for Provincial Court of BC Family Self-Litigants (Webinar)
    by AC Friends of Court
    • What: AC will lead participants through an introduction to the Provincial Court family law system in BC. You’ll learn about court registries and court rules, applying for orders, preparing affidavits and financial statements and more. There will be time for Q+A. This is the first session of a 9-week series.
    • When: Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 5:30 PM to 7:30 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 Richmond. There is a $0 affidavit swearing service. This is in person at Room 120, CHIMO 7000 Minoru Blvd, Richmond (enter thru the south side door). This service is provided in English and Chinese. Bring your ID and documents.
    • When: Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 6:00 PM to 7:00 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, October 10th, 2024 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    • Cost: Free

October 14-20, 2024

  • Navigating Home Care and Senior Housing (Webinar)
    by Seniors First BC and BCCRN
    • What: Join Seniors First BC in a Provincial Learning Event hosted by the BC Association of Community Response Networks to learn about the types of personal care and health care that are available to older adults in British Columbia, as well as some key laws that govern home and residential care services, including what people have a right to expect and what service providers must do and provide.
    • When: Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 10:30 AM to Noon
    • Cost: Free
  • RDSP Level 1 (Webinar)
    by Plan Institute
    • What: 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, October 16th, 2024 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
    • Cost: Free

October 21-31, 2024

  • 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: Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM
    • 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. Please note that registration is limited to 60 people, therefore early registration is encouraged.
    • When: Thursday, October 24th, 2024 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
    • Cost: Free
  • Ask an Expert: The RDSP and Other Disability Financial Planning Considerations (Webinar)
    by Plan Institute
    • What: As part of RDSP Awareness Month, join this event for a moderated question and answer period facilitated by three experts from Plan Institute. This webinar will focus on questions related to the Registered Disability Saving Plan (RDSP) and other disability related financial planning considerations for individuals and family caregivers. Registration is required.
    • When: Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 1:00 PM to 2:30 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 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, October 31st, 2024 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.
October 1-6 | October 7-13 | October 14-20 | October 21-31
Looking for public legal education events? Go back to the beginning.

October 21-31, 2024

  • Making Claims and Remedies under the new BC Intimate Images Protection Act (Webinar)
    by Stand Informed/CLAS and the Civil Resolution Tribunal
    • What: This presentation is hosted by Community Legal Assistance Society’s Stand Informed program and its newly launched Intimate Images Legal Advice Service pilot project. The presentation will be aimed primarily at roster lawyers of Stand Informed. However, other lawyers, advocates and law students are welcome to attend. Participants in this webinar may claim up to 1.5 hours of CPD credit with LSBC.
    • When: Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
    • Cost: Free

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September 2024 Events

Bookmark this post! It will be updated as more events are announced. Have a suggestion? Email us.

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.
September 1-8 | September 9-15 | September 16-22September 23-30
Looking for events for intermediaries? Jump to the next section.

September 16-22, 2024

  • Financial Wellness in BC (Webinar)
    by People’s Law School
    • What: Improving your financial wellness will empower you to make informed decisions in areas where law and finance intersect by helping you better understand your legal obligations (like debt repayment and taxes) and avoid legal pitfalls that can arise when finances are mismanaged. Learn practical tips to help you budget and save, organize your money, and deal with the Canada Revenue Agency so that you can feel more confident and less stressed about your finances.
    • When: Tuesday, September 17th, 2024 Noon to 1:00 PM
    • Cost: Free
  • 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: Tuesday, September 17th, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
    • Cost: Free
  • What SFBC can do for You – Info Table (In-Person)
    by Seniors First BC
    • What: Seniors First BC is hosting an information table in the lounge by the Minoru Seniors Wellness Clinic. Stop by to chat and learn about the programs and services that Seniors First BC offers to older adults across BC. Held in person at Seniors Centre at Minoru Centre for Active Living, 7191 Granville Avenue, Richmond. No registration required.
    • When: Wednesday, September 18th, 2024 10:00 AM to Noon
    • Cost: Free
  • Everyday Law Series Summer 2024: Employment Law (In-Person and Webinar)
    by AC Friends of Court
    • What: Volunteers help you understand legal procedures and complete paperwork. Attendees can expect a 70-minute presentation in three languages and a 15-minute Q&A. The Series is part of the Pan Asian Justice Project which AC is hosting in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
    • When: Wednesday, September 18th, 2024 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
    • Cost: Free
  • Access to Records and Recordkeeping (Webinar)
    by Pacific Legal Education and Outreach Society (PLEO)
    • What: In this workshop hosted by Vantage Point and tailored to non-profits, hear from PLEO Legal Director Martha Rans, K.C. on best practices for Privacy and Recordkeeping to ensure your organization is in accordance with the Societies Act and the Personal Information and Privacy Act.
    • When: Thursday, September 19th, 2024 9:00 AM to Noon
    • Cost: $119
  • 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, September 19th, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM
    • Cost: Free

September 23-30, 2024

  • Personal Planning through Storytelling: Representation Agreements, Nidus Registry and more (Webinar)
    by Nidus
    • What: What is personal planning? How is it different from estate planning? What if I have a Will and an Enduring Power of Attorney – am I covered? What if I can’t make any of these documents? What will happen to me in an emergency if I can’t speak for myself? Learn the answers to these questions and more. There will be a short period for Q&A. All are welcome to attend.
    • When: Wednesday, September 25th, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:00 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, September 26th, 2024 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    • Cost: Free
  • 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: Thursday, September 26th, 2024 7:00 PM to 8:45 PM
    • Cost: Free
  • PWD Health Supplements and Benefits Workshop (Webinar)
    by Disability Alliance BC
    • What: An in-depth presentation on benefits and other health supplements that are available to people on provincial PWD.
    • When: Thursday, September 26th, 2024 10:00 AM
    • 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.
September 1-8 | September 9-15 | September 16-22 | September 23-30
Looking for public legal education events? Go back to the beginning.

We will update this section when more events are announced.


November Events

Plan ahead! Here’s a preview of what’s coming in November.

This 2-day training event has an early bird deadline of Monday, September 30th.

  • Disability and Divorce (In-Person)
    by Collaborative Divorce Vancouver
    • What: This 2-day in person training session will help define what is a disability; you’ll learn about financial resources available to persons with disability, considerations for working with Neurodivergent children and adults, spousal and child support and disability, and more. Held at Creekside Community Center, 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver. Visit CDV’s website to register. Breakfast, lunch and hot beverages included.
    • When: Thursday, November 14th and Friday, November 15th 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
    • Cost: Non-lawyers, $467 (early bird); Lawyers, $467 1-day attendance (early bird) or $764 2-day

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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