LABC signed a memorandum of understanding with the Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of British Columbia today to formalize their commitment to work together on Indigenous justice services initiatives.
2020 news archive
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Older releases issued by or regarding the Legal Aid BC are listed on this page. To find newer releases, go to our Latest news page. To read media coverage of Legal Aid BC, see Legal Aid BC in the news. For Legal Aid BC speeches and presentations, see the Reports section.
October 16, 2020
Statement from the CEO on systemic racism
Legal Aid BC CEO describes how the organization is addressing racism in the justice system.
September 28, 2020
Service changes will help more people with family law problems
Changes to family law services and financial eligibility mean more help for British Columbians during the pandemic.
May 28, 2020
Announcing our new name and logo
We’ve adopted the name Legal Aid BC as part of our new brand, after being known as the Legal Services Society since 1979.
March 23, 2020
Legal aid service updates
Find out the latest information about what legal aid services are available during the COVID-19 pandemic.
March 17, 2020
Legal Aid BC moves to phone-only applications for legal aid
Legal Aid BC (LABC) has announced it will only take applications for legal aid over the phone effective immediately.
March 16, 2020
Legal Aid BC monitors coronavirus situation in effort to protect clients
Legal Aid BC (LABC) is closely monitoring the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
February 26, 2020
Parents Legal Centre Vancouver celebrates five years of service
Legal Aid BC’s Parents Legal Centre (PLC) in Vancouver marked its fifth anniversary of helping families and children on February 23, 2020.