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Parents’ counsel update: Ulkatcho First Nation
The Ministry of Children and Family Development advises that, as of August 10, 2026, Ulkatcho First Nation has been added to the list of Indigenous…
Lawyer Quality Assurance Framework: Engagement Summary Report
In December 2025, LABC invited feedback from lawyers and other interested and impacted parties to help shape the development of a Lawyer Quality…
Updated resource: Working with your legal aid lawyer
We’ve updated our online resource Working with your legal aid lawyer. This two-page guide explains to clients what to expect from their legal aid…
Parents’ counsel update: Mamalilikulla Chief and Council, Westbank First Nation
The Ministry of Children and Family Development advises that, as of July 16, 2026, Mamalilikulla Chief and Council, and as of July 22, 2026, Westbank…
New CFCSA opinion checklist
LABC has a revised Extended CFCSA Services Opinion Checklist for counsel seeking extended services (more hours) on their child protection contracts.…
Parents’ counsel update: Ehattesaht First Nation
The Ministry of Children and Family Development advises that, as of June 15, 2026, Ehattesaht First Nation has been added to the list of Indigenous…
Parents’ counsel update: Kwadacha Nation
The Ministry of Children and Family Development advises that, effective May 25, 2026, Kwadacha Nation has been added to the list of Indigenous…
Supporting articling students at law firms
Legal Aid BC continues to offer a Law Foundation-funded articling program in collaboration with the Association of Legal Aid Lawyers.This initiative…
BCFNJC modernizes Gladue referrals with new portal
The BC First Nations Justice Council (BCFNJC) recently shared an update about the Gladue Information Management System (GIMS) and upcoming…
We’re looking for mentors
Want to share your knowledge with the next generation of legal aid lawyers? Consider becoming a mentor through LABC’s mentorship program, generously…