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Support for legal aid in BC remains high

Legal aid services are strongly supported by British Columbians according to a recent public opinion survey. The results show 92% of respondents support the provision of legal aid services in BC.

Legal Services Society launches interactive website for everyday legal problems

MyLawBC is an innovative new website that provides help with everyday legal problems. By answering a series of questions and answers, people can make a separation agreement or a will, and get action plans for family law matters, missing mortgage payments and more.