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This blog is for anyone working in the field of public libraries interested in learning more about legal reference resources and services available in BC. LawMatters is a Courthouse Libraries BC outreach program supported by funding from Law Foundation of BC.

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Free Webinar: Making a Will in BC

People's Law School is hosting a free webinar on Oct 8 to help people across BC learn what they need to make their own will. Making a will ensures that your wishes are followed after you pass. Registe...

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The Civil Resolution Tribunal – What is it?

The BC Civil Resolution Tribunal (CRT) is Canada’s first online tribunal and offers an affordable and accessible way for British Columbians to resolve disputes without the help of a lawyer or the hass...

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The Law Around Tent Cities/Encampments: New Resources

Courthouse Libraries BC has recently added three new entries to Our Legal Knowledge Base regarding the law around tent cities/encampments. Our Legal Knowledge Base is a collection of references and ha...

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Family Law Resource Highlights

We wanted to highlight a few family law resources that your patrons may find helpful. These resources are available online, but many can be downloaded and printed for your patrons who prefer print. W...

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Reminder: Intellectual Freedom Practical Tools Series

BCLA is offering a free 3-part virtual training series that highlights practical resources and tools related to intellectual freedom, including public challenges to library collections and library pro...

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