Clicklaw Monthly Roundup: February 2023

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We share with you a monthly roundup of changes to Clicklaw’s collection. Here is a summary of updates done in February 2023.

Solve Problems

Legal Aid BC

Defending Yourself: Breach of a Court Order (Updated)
Describes how to defend yourself if you are charged with a breach of a court order and what the prosecutor must prove to find you guilty. Includes sentencing information and how to get legal help.

Reform and Research

British Columbia Law Institute (BCLI)

Renovate the Public Hearing Project (New)
Local governments must hold public hearings on regulating land use. The Renovate the Public Hearing Project seeks a better way to engage in land-use decision-making through law reform, public engagement, and considering alignment with Indigenous governance.

HelpMap

BC Family Law Unbundling Roster

Family Lawyers and Paralegals Offering Unbundled Legal Services (Updated)
The BC Family Law Unbundling Roster is a list of family lawyers & paralegals who will perform select legal tasks for clients who do not want or cannot afford full representation. Unbundled legal services means clients pay for some assistance depending on what help they want & what they can afford. Professionals listed here are sorted by location. Inclusion does not imply endorsement. Many of the practitioners on the list provide remote/digital as well as in-person service.

Indigenous Community Legal Clinic (ICLC)

Indigenous Community Legal Clinic (ICLC) (Updated)
The Indigenous Community Legal Clinic is an educational legal clinic of the Peter A. Allard School of Law at UBC that provides legal services to the Indigenous community in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, and throughout the Lower Mainland. The Clinic may be able to provide advice, assistance and representation to eligible clients who cannot afford a lawyer and who self-identify as Indigenous persons.

Upper Skeena Counselling and Legal Assistance Society

USCLAS Legal Aid Agent, Legal Aid Representation, Advocacy Program (Updated)
USCLAS accepts applications for legal aid, provides legal aid lawyers, offers private legal services (family, criminal, employment, wills), and provides poverty law advocacy for aboriginals and non-aboriginals.

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March 2023 Events

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
March 1-5 | March 6-12 | March 13-19  | March 20-31
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March 6-12, 2023

  • Everyday Law Series: Tenancy and Seniors (In-Person and Webinar)
    by AC Friends of Court
    • What: This presentation will discuss the rights and responsibilities of tenants and their landlords, how the Residential Tenancy Branch can assist tenants and landlords with dispute resolution services when issues arise. And additional resources that can assist tenants. There are in-person and virtual options to attend. In-person at Minoru Centre for Active Living, Richmond.
    • When: Tuesday, March 7th, 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 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, March 8th, 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, March 9th, 2023 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    • Cost: Free

March 13-19, 2023

  • Tax Tips for small business owners and self-employed individuals (Webinar)
    by Disability Alliance BC
    • What: Tax season is here! DABC is hosting a session presented by Liaison Officers from the Canada Revenue Agency about tax tips related to small businesses or self-employed individuals. The session will cover: business tax deductions, common tax errors, helpful tools and services offered by the CRA and general bookkeeping.
    • When: Tuesday, March 14th, 2023 1:00 PM
    • Cost: Free
  • Protecting Culture: Towards a new relationship with Indigenous Artists (In-Person)
    by Pacific Legal Education and Outreach Society
    • What: Join PLEO in a conversation with Saul Joseph, Indigenous Law Group, Clark Wilson LLP; Katisha Paul of Tstasu Stalqayu (Coastal Wolfpack) and more.
    • When: Wednesday, March 15th, 2023 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Bill Reid Gallery 639 Hornby St.
    • Cost: Free
  • Everyday Law Series: How to Navigate Your Human Rights Complaint (In-Person and Webinar)
    by AC Friends of Court
    • What: This presentation will discuss whether you have a human rights complaint; if your situation happened a long time ago, what can you do; How to file a human rights complaint. And what happens next, how do you get to the finish line. There are in-person and virtual options to attend. In-person at 312 Main Street, Vancouver.
    • When: Wednesday, March 15th, 2023 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
    • Cost: Free
  • 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, March 16th, 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, March 16th, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
    • Cost: Free

March 20-31, 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: Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:45 PM
    • Cost: Free
  • Pets and the Law in BC (Webinar)
    by People’s Law School
    • What: What do you need to know about pets and the law in BC? When it comes to our furry, scaly or slippery friends, there are rules at play that can impact your everyday life. If you have questions about how to deal with your neighbour’s noisy (albeit cute) puppy, who gets to keep the cat after the divorce, or what extra precautions you might take when you adopt that soulful rescue dog with a “troubled past,” you’ll want to tune in to hear how the guest speakers answer common questions about pets and the law BC.
    • When: Tuesday, March 28th, 2023 Noon to 1:00 PM
    • Cost: Free
  • Wills and Estate on and off Reserve (In-Person)
    by Seniors First BC
    • What: Anne Fletcher, Legal Advocate at the Bella Coola Legal Advocacy Program, and Marie-Noël Campbell, Seniors First BC’s Executive Director and a staff lawyer, will be presenting “Wills & Estate, On & Off Reserve” in Prince Rupert. In-person at the Gitga’at Development Corporation’s office. Refreshments will be provided.
    • When: Wednesday, March 29th, 2023 7:00 PM
    • Cost: Free and confidential
  • 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.
    • When: Thursday, March 30th, 2023 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.
March 1-5 | March 6-12 | March 13-19 | March 20-31
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March 6-12, 2023

  • 2023 Equality Breakfast (In-Person)
    by West Coast LEAF
    • What: West Coast LEAF is thrilled to invite you back in person to kick off International Women’s Day with the 2023 Equality Breakfast! Join keynote speaker Dorothy Roberts and CBC host Gloria Macarenko for a riveting discussion on transformative social change. Featuring ASL interpretation.
    • When: Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
    • Cost: Ticket prices vary

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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