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Clicklaw, the new Internet resource for legal information in BC, is now live and ready to use! Go to Clicklaw to find a publication, website, video, or training class to suit your needs. read more>>
Your Guide to the Refugee Claim Process now available in Spanish and coming soon in simplified Chinese
Following closely on the heels of the new (and popular) LSS publication Your Guide to the Refugee Claim Process are two translated versions (Spanish and simplified Chinese). Also still available are a Personal Information Form and the instructions for completing it in traditional Chinese. read more>>
Multilingual publications from LSS
If you’re helping clients whose first language is not English, remember that LSS has published a number of multilingual booklets and fact sheets that might be helpful. Find out what's available. read more>>
Introducing "Chuck it out"
It's important to make sure that any legal publications you have on your racks and give to your clients are up-to-date and accurate. We're
introducing a new feature called “Chuck it out” which will let you know when a publication should be recycled and replaced by a newer version. read more>>
June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day,
intended raise awareness about the neglect and abuse of aging adults, was first held in 2006 and will be held again this year on June 15. read more>>
June 21 is National Aboriginal Day
National Aboriginal Day on June 21 provides an opportunity for all Canadians to recognize the diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. read more>>
I am the father of an 11-year-old girl, and her mother has court-ordered sole custody of her. A friend of mine recently told me that when she turns 12, she is legally entitled to decide which parent she wants to live with. Is this true?
Answer here and find out more.
The Native Youth and Family Advocate program advocates on behalf of Aboriginal parents who require guidance and support with family matters. For more information about the program, see the Family and Youth Services page of the Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of BC website. See the Our team page for a list of their offices and phone numbers (scroll down to the second-last item for youth and family advocates).
Check out What's new on the Family Law website to find out about all the new fact sheets, FAQs, and links that we added to the Family Law in BC website in April. To stay completely up to date on what's new on the site, why not subscribe to our RSS feed?
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