In February, Legal Aid BC recognizes 30 years of #BlackHistoryMonth, a time to celebrate and reflect on the achievements, contributions, and experiences of Black individuals in BC and across Canada. Learn more at: https://bcblackhistory.ca/learning.../black-history-month/

February 2-6 is Access to Justice Week in BC, and this year’s #A2J theme is “From Challenges to Possibilities: Reimagining Access to Justice.” Join the conversation by participating in one of the online or in-person events. Learn more at https://accesstojusticebc.ca/a2jweekbc

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

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.

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

Are you a lawyer who does legal aid work for Legal Aid BC? You may be eligible for our bursary program which can help you complete your CPD credits. Learn more at https://legalaid.bc.ca/form/bursary-application

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

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

Legal Aid BC will be closed on Dec. 25, 26, and Jan. 1. Please refer to our holiday opening hours for more information on reduced Call Centre hours. Our offices will not be open to in-person visitors during this period. legalaid.bc.ca/communicatio...

Season’s greetings from all of us at Legal Aid BC! Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a wonderful year ahead.

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

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/

Our new Introduction to Legal Aid BC video provides a detailed overview of our services and how we support people in our community experiencing barriers accessing the legal system.

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

Find out what legal problems Legal Aid BC does and doesn't cover, and learn more about our free legal services that may help you athttps://legalaid.bc.ca/services

Are you experiencing family violence? You may be eligible for free legal help from the Family Law Centre. The video below highlights how the Family Law Centre can support you throughout your family law case.

Thank you to all the lawyers and service providers who attended our Legal Aid Connect events in Surrey and Abbotsford. Your participation and insights are vital to the work of advancing access to justice.

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, designated by the United Nations to raise awareness about gender-based violence. Our organization remains committed to supporting survivors and their families through access to legal assistance and resources. Learn more:

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, on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honour the lives of transgender and gender-diverse individuals who have lost their lives to violence, transphobia and racism. Learn more at: https://events.ubc.ca/tdor/

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.