Independent public authority in charge of regulating and supervising Canadian broadcasting, telecommunications, and internet. Balances the interests of consumers, the creative community, and distribution industries in implementing public policy objectives esta...

Accounting body responsible for the training and certification of CPA students. Also responsible for the regulating and professional development of its members, and the protection of the public through its ethical standards and discipline processes. Accepts pu...

Organization of accredited businesses that helps consumers find and recommend businesses they can trust. Offers free and accessible consumer support services including consumer tips, fraud prevention resources, customer and advertising reviews, and education. ...

Works to educate and empower people to hold their governments accountable, challenge the influence of corporations, and fight for social and economic justice. Advocates for clean water, fair trade, green energy, public health care, and a vibrant democracy. Hou...

Provides outreach to individuals age 19 and over (youth age 18 and younger may also be eligible) who are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless, or difficult to house. Outreach workers meet with individuals where they are (on the street, in a shelter, or in a ...

Member-based organization that aims to improve the services and strategies to respond to, prevent, and end violence against women, children and youth. Provides support to Transition, Second and Third Stage Houses, Safe Homes and PEACE (formerly Children Who Wi...

Advocates for systematic legal change to achieve widespread social change on behalf of low-income communities. Aims to advance the interests of marginalized people and improve their lives through law reform, legal education, and strategic legal action. Does no...

Offers legal services to Indigenous people in Vancouver and area who otherwise cannot access it; clients may not be eligible for legal aid or need legal advice on matters not covered by legal aid. Services include legal aid intake, advocacy for people living i...

Provides free legal assistance to migrant workers dealing with employment standards or immigration law issues in BC. Prioritizes clients on closed work permits or employer-specific work permits (including caregivers and migrant agricultural workers). Also assi...

Works in partnership with the Vancouver Police Department to enhance the accessibility of police services for the West End and Coal Harbour neighbourhood communities. Services include public education on crime prevention and personal safety, and assistance wit...

Provides a drop-in centre, residential crisis program, long-term supportive transitional housing, and street outreach for homeless, runaway, and street-involved youth ages 16 to 24. The Community Support Services program provides street outreach, general and a...

Hosts the Law Students' Legal Advice Program (LSLAP) that helps clients solve their legal problems. Offers free legal advice on various legal issues such as immigration, criminal matters, residential tenancy through services such as assisting clients with writ...

Works to enhance the accessibility of police services for the Granville Downtown South neighbourhood community. Services include crime reporting, and public education on crime prevention and personal safety. Hours are 12 noon to 5 pm Monday to Saturday.

Specializes in environmental litigation and provides legal representation to environmental groups regarding various environmental issues. Office hours are 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday. Nonprofit society.

Works with the Chinese community to enhance the accessibility of police services to this community. Services include crime reporting, public education on crime prevention and personal safety, and translation and interpretation. Victim Assistance Services inclu...

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 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...

Provides information and referral as well as support for older adults. Services include information and referrals to community services, form completion assistance, housing navigation support, and peer support. Drop-in hours are 10 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday....

Offers safe and non-judgmental triage and case planning to meet clients' immediate and long-term needs, and support clients in meeting their goals. Provides outreach to individuals age 19 and over who are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless, or difficult to...

Provides policing services to the community of Vancouver. Calls are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Provides legal advocacy to low-income and vulnerable people living in the Downtown Eastside. Provides legal assistance in the areas of tenancy, income assistance, disability, Employment Insurance, old age pensions, and various administrative legal matters. Als...

Regulates and monitors public facilities and those aspects of the environment that have a direct impact on public health. Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) ensure that public health standards are met in restaurants and food service locations, public food ha...

Provincial body responsible for the registration of massage therapists. Sets standards of professional practice and helps registered massage therapists deliver safe, ethical, and effective care. Responds to public complaints about incompetent, unethical, or un...

Provides professional certification to First Nations, Metis, and Inuit workers in the addictions and mental wellness fields, and in other unregulated social and health occupations in Canada. Certification must be renewed every two years; certification costs va...

Issues licences in BC for making and selling liquor (either by the glass or bottle), and supervises the service of liquor in licensed establishments. Also licenses and monitors the private retail sale of non-medical cannabis in BC. Educates licensees about the...