The Brydges Line is a 24-7, toll-free number you can call to speak to a lawyer if you're arrested, detained or otherwise in custody - https://legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/brydgesLine

Legal Aid BC’s navigators are here to help you. This video highlights how navigators guide clients through the legal aid process and connect them with services and support.

Legal Aid BC offices are closed today. Our offices and Call Centre will return to regular hours Wednesday, November 12.

Our Legal Aid BC resource website offers legal information and answers to commonly asked questions related to separation and divorce. Learn more at https://info.legalaid.bc.ca/topic/family

This video highlights some common questions about receiving child support for parents or guardians living in BC. https://youtu.be/aQm9Rjqp6lo?si=_hXYTXOWyTsekqd5

Happy #DutyCounselDay! Today, we celebrate the essential work of duty counsel lawyers across Canada. In this video, LABC CEO Wendy Jackson shares her appreciation for duty counsel and highlights the vital role they play in our justice system. https://youtu.be/QPKYd8krEbU

Join us on October 27 as we celebrate Duty Counsel Day! Duty counsel provide free, on-the-spot legal advice to people appearing in court without a lawyer. Whether in the courthouse or over the phone, duty counsel are there to help people navigate the justice system. Learn more: knowdutycounsel.ca

Find someone in your community who can help with legal problems. Use the Courthouse Libraries BC Clicklaw directory to find legal services near you: https://www.clicklaw.bc.ca/services

October is Disability Employment Awareness Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the valuable contributions of individuals with disabilities in the workplace, and to advocate for more inclusive and equitable employment opportunities for all. Learn more: www.supportedemployment.ca/initiatives/...

Legal Aid BC offices are closed today. Our offices and Call Centre will return to regular hours Tuesday, October 14.

If you’re a relative raising a family member’s child, a service provider, or an ally, you can get information and support from the Kinship Care Help Line. Learn more: https://www.parentsupportbc.ca/services/support-line/

On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we acknowledge the ongoing impacts of the residential school system, honour the children who never returned home, and reaffirm our commitment to reconciliation through continued learning, reflection, and action. Learn morehttps://pulse.ly/glx6idy7lj

Legal Aid BC offices are closed today. Our offices and Call Centre will return to regular hours Wednesday, October 1.

In recognition of #OrangeShirtDay and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, our staff gathered to acknowledge the intergenerational impacts of the residential school system, honour the experiences of Indigenous peoples, and reflect on the path toward reconciliation. #EveryChildMatters

Family LawLINE offers free legal advice over the telephone from a family lawyer for people living on low income, visit https://legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/FamilyLawLINE to learn more

Are you going to BC Provincial Court in Surrey, Victoria, or Port Coquitlam? Learn more about Early Resolution registries at: https://youtu.be/PP167zd1dzc?feature=shared

LABC denounces offensive content circulating online.

How long do I need to pay for child support? This video answers common questions about paying child support for parents or guardians living in BC: https://youtu.be/D8gZPXkQVUk?si=t8V6fVCW_vaQUtfF

We invite lawyers with five years of call or less to attend Essentials of a Legal Aid Practice, a free conference taking place October 15-17, 2025, at the Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront in Vancouver. The conference will cover key topics for building or refining a legal aid practice. To register, visit:

People's Law School - BC has great practical legal information about everyday issues around consumer law, work, and more. https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/

Legal Aid BC offices are closed today. Our offices and Call Centre will return to regular hours Tuesday, September 2.

The Brydges Line is a 24-7, toll-free number you can call to speak to a lawyer if you're arrested, detained or otherwise in custody - https://legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/brydgesLine

Legal Aid Connect is returning to Surrey on November 18 and Abbotsford on November 20. We’re pleased to welcome service providers for an opportunity to share ideas and experiences and to learn from each other. Watch for upcoming registration details!

Legal Aid Connect is returning to Surrey on November 18 and Abbotsford on November 19. We’re excited to welcome lawyers for an opportunity to listen, learn, and engage in meaningful discussions. Stay tuned for upcoming registration details!

We’ve expanded our French language online and print resources as part of an ongoing effort to improve access to justice for French speakers in BC. The new materials are available on our client resources website. info.legalaid.bc.ca/tags/ressour...

We are pleased to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our Board Chair, Allan Seckel, KC, on being honoured with the Order of British Columbia, a prestigious recognition that celebrates outstanding leadership, vision, and service.

If you’re a relative raising a family member’s child, a service provider, or an ally, you can get information and support from the Kinship Care Help Line. Learn more: https://www.parentsupportbc.ca/services/support-line/

Today is International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, an observance designated by the United Nations to raise awareness and support the rights of Indigenous communities around the world. Learn more at https://www.un.org/en/observances/indigenous-day

Access Pro Bono provides legal help to people all across BC. Get help from lawyers and paralegals for wills, tenancy, summary advice and more - http://www.accessprobono.ca/

Legal Aid BC offices are closed today. Our offices and Call Centre will return to regular hours Tuesday, August 5.

Happy #VancouverPride! 🌈 We proudly uphold our solidarity with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and remain committed to advocating for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, equity, and inclusion. Explore the full lineup of #VancouverPride events at https://www.vancouverpride.ca/2025

Family LawLINE offers free legal advice over the telephone from a family lawyer for people living on low income, visit https://legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/FamilyLawLINE to learn more

This video highlights some common questions about receiving child support for parents or guardians living in BC. https://youtu.be/aQm9Rjqp6lo?si=_hXYTXOWyTsekqd5

Our Legal Aid BC resource website offers legal information and answers to commonly asked questions related to criminal charges. Learn more at https://info.legalaid.bc.ca/topic/criminal

Have you, or someone you know, been charged with a crime? You may be able to get help from duty counsel - lawyers paid by Legal Aid BC to give free legal advice. Learn more about duty counsel: https://legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/criminalAndImmigrationDutyCounsel

We remain dedicated to advancing Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (EDI), and Accessibility through strategic planning, policy development, community engagement, and systemic change. Read our statement reaffirming our commitment to EDI here: legalaid.bc.ca/communicatio...

People's Law School - BC has great practical legal information about everyday issues around consumer law, work, and more. https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/

Are you going to BC Provincial Court in Surrey, Victoria, or Port Coquitlam? Learn more about Early Resolution registries at: https://youtu.be/PP167zd1dzc?feature=shared

The Brydges Line is a 24-7, toll-free number you can call to speak to a lawyer if you're arrested, detained or otherwise in custody - https://legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/brydgesLine

Legal Aid BC offices are closed today. Our offices and Call Centre will return to regular hours Wednesday, July 2.

Help is just a call away. Indigenous people residing in BC can access 24-hour phone support through the KUU-US Crisis Line Society toll free at 1-800-588-8717.

Our Legal Aid BC resource website offers legal information and answers to commonly asked questions related to separation and divorce. Learn more at https://info.legalaid.bc.ca/topic/family

On National Indigenous Peoples Day, observed during the Summer Solstice, we recognize and celebrate the diverse cultures, traditions, and experiences of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Canada. Learn more at: https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1100100013718/1708446948967 #NIPD2025

Today is World Refugee Day, an international observance designated by the United Nations to honour the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution. Learn more at https://www.unhcr.org/world-refugee-day

Find someone in your community who can help with legal problems. Use the Courthouse Libraries BC Clicklaw directory to find legal services near you: https://www.clicklaw.bc.ca/services

If you’re a relative raising a family member’s child, a service provider, or an ally, you can get information and support from the Kinship Care Help Line. Learn more: https://www.parentsupportbc.ca/services/support-line/

Family LawLINE offers free legal advice over the telephone from a family lawyer for people living on low income, visit https://legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/FamilyLawLINE to learn more

Access Pro Bono provides legal help to people all across BC. Get help from lawyers and paralegals for wills, tenancy, summary advice and more - http://www.accessprobono.ca/

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, honour their history, and advocate for continued progress toward equity and inclusion. Legal Aid BC remains committed to standing in solidarity with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and fostering a culture where everyone feels supported. 🌈

How long do I need to pay for child support? This video answers common questions about paying child support for parents or guardians living in BC: https://youtu.be/D8gZPXkQVUk?si=t8V6fVCW_vaQUtfF