Provides 24-hour access to a lawyer for people who have been arrested, detained, and under active investigation by the police or another law enforcement agency for a criminal offence, and in custody but not yet charged and require emergency legal services.

Criminal duty counsel (lawyers at the courthouse) may be able to help clients who have been charged with a crime and can't get a legal aid lawyer, or haven't yet applied for legal aid. They can provide advice about criminal charges, court procedures, and legal...

Provides eligible low-income people with a lawyer, under certain circumstances. Apply at all Legal Aid BC local agents and regional centres, or by phoning the LABC Call Centre.Representation Services (Serious Family Law Matters) are provided in situations such...

Provides culturally appropriate supports to address the over-representation of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Metis) in the criminal justice system in BC, and eliminates barriers that may prevent someone from attending a justice centre in person...

Provides social and recreational services for North Shore residents. Also hosts the free UBC Law Students' Legal Advice Program (LSLAP) year-round (604-822-5791), and income tax assistance during tax season for low-income clients. Facilities may be rented by c...

Court sits once a month and is for sentencing of criminal matters and mediation of family court matters which fall under provincial jurisdiction. The focus is holistic, recognizing the unique circumstances of First Nations offenders within the framework of exi...

Reviews all charges referred by the police to determine if it is feasible to proceed with the case. Prosecutes the case and makes recommendations to the court as to an appropriate sentence. Contacts victims and witnesses if they have to testify at the trial an...

Native Courtworkers facilitates access to justice by assisting Indigenous people in conflict with the law who are involved in the criminal justice system to obtain fair, just, equitable and culturally sensitive treatment. Services include referral to legal ser...

Hears and makes rulings on legal disputes relating to criminal, civil, family, traffic, and bylaw matters. Hours for Court Registry are 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Duty counsel services are provided to coincide with what is occurring in court on any given d...

A lawyer in private practice funded by LABC provides the following services: takes applications for legal representation and refers eligible clients to lawyers; provides liaison between LABC, the community, and the private bar; directs clients to legal informa...

Provides free and confidential legal information, referrals, legal advice, and representation for problems related to basic living needs for low-income North Shore residents (from Bowen Island, Lions Bay, North Vancouver, and West Vancouver). Assists with lega...

Works to help Aboriginal families unlearn abusive and violent behaviours and reclaim their traditional values of honour, respect, and equality. Provides counselling regarding family violence, group work and cultural ceremonies, and public education to increase...

Provides support and resources to Indigenous youth ages 13 to 18, to positively resolve conflicts or misunderstandings in their lives. The program teaches positive communication and problem-solving skills, and facilitates conversations that can help youth stay...

Provides free advice, assistance, and representation to Indigenous people who qualify financially for legal assistance and have a legal issue that falls under the jurisdiction of the British Columbia provincial courts. Cases may include criminal matters, famil...

Indigenous Case Workers facilitate access to justice by assisting Indigenous people involved in the criminal justice system to obtain fair, just, equitable and culturally sensitive treatment. Provides support, including helping the accused understand their rig...

Takes applications for legal representation for criminal charges only; also refers eligible clients to lawyers; provides liaison between LABC, the community, and the private bar; directs clients to legal information services and community agencies; and provide...

Reviews all charges referred by the police to determine if it is feasible to proceed with the case. Prosecutes the case and makes recommendations to the court as to an appropriate sentence. Contacts victims and witnesses if they have to testify at the trial an...

Courtworkers give assistance during the criminal court process to clients living with a mental illness who are charged with a criminal offence. Clients may also be assisted following court appearances (e.g., with bail or probation orders).

Native Courtworkers facilitate access to justice by assisting Indigenous people in conflict with the law who are involved in the criminal justice system to obtain fair, just, equitable and culturally sensitive treatment. Services include referral to legal serv...

Provincial justice centre handling adult criminal law prosecution matters. Hours for Court Registry are 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Duty counsel services are provided to coincide with what is occurring in court on any given day; hours vary. Drop-in clients ...

Provides free legal advice, advocacy, support, and referral services to women in the Downtown Eastside. Information, support, and assistance is provided for issues of family law, Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD), minor criminal law issues (in...

Provides help for, and promotes healing of, Aboriginal individuals and communities in BC who have experienced emotional, physical, sexual, and spiritual abuse in residential schools. Services include counselling, referral to community-based services, workshops...

Provides help for and promotes healing of Aboriginal individuals and communities in BC who have experienced emotional, physical, sexual, and spiritual abuse in residential schools. Services include counselling, referral to community-based services, workshops o...

Offers legal aid to BC residents with low incomes for serious family law problems, child protection matters, criminal law issues, and some immigration law matters. Provides services through a province-wide call centre and at legal aid offices and courthouse lo...

Takes applications for legal representation and refers eligible clients to lawyers; provides liaison between LABC, the community, and the private bar; directs clients to legal information services and community agencies; and provides access to LABC websites an...