Gov't / Legal / Complaints / Advocacy - Lower Columbia (Trail Area)

Federal government agency responsible for administering sentences of a prison term of 2 years or more. Provides care and custody of adult inmates. provision of programs that assist with rehabilitation and successful reintegration into the community.more info

A free service that gives access to a library of legal information prepared by lawyers. Information available in English, Chinese and Punjabi by telephone and on the Internet. more info

A provincial, cross-disability advocacy organization whose mandate is to raise public and political awareness of issues of concern.more info

If a person can't get legal aid and is charged with a crime, they may be able to get help from duty counselmore info

Assists lower-income individuals who don't qualify for legal aid, with some family law issues, including providing information and helping with the preparation of Court documents.more info

Provides independent advice, assistance, representation and training to employers, potential employers and employer associations concerning WorkSafeBC workers compensation issues.more info

Managed by the Justice Education Society and covers such issues as Separation & Divorce, Children, Finances & Support, Abuse & Family Violence and the BC Legal Systemmore info

Individuals living on a low income and experiencing a family law issue, may be eligible for free legal advice over the telephone from a family lawyer.more info

Strengthens and supports BC families faced with the extraordinary circumstances that come with having a family member who has a disability.more info

Creates greater understanding of and advocacy for legislation, policy and practice so that all children and youth in BC have the rights, opportunities and resources required to thrive.more info