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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…
Temporary intake pause: Drug Treatment Court of Vancouver
The Office of the Chief Judge at the Drug Treatment Court of Vancouver (DTCV) recently issued a notice of temporary pause for new intakes at the…
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…
Survey: Let us know about your experience working with LABC
Legal Aid BC’s focus remains on improving our services and support for private bar lawyers. This survey allows us to better understand the experience…
Free Criminal Law Bootcamp for articled students and junior lawyers: May 7 – 8
We’re pleased to confirm that the Criminal Law Bootcamp is returning on May 7 – 8, 2026, at the Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel in Vancouver (1133 W.…
Revised compliance policy
LABC has revised its policies governing the handling of complaints and the procedures surrounding the investigations and resolution of issues. The…
Criminal record check requirements
Legal aid lawyers will now be required, as mandated by the Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA), to submit a criminal record check, aligning with the…
Minimum eligibility requirements for serious criminal cases
Note: We’ve clarified information below originally communicated in Notice to Counsel #130 (PDF). Effective February 1, 2026, Legal Aid BC…
Provide your feedback on LABC’s Quality Assurance Framework for representation services
Legal Aid BC (LABC) is undertaking a project to develop a Lawyer Quality Assurance (QA) Framework for contracted legal aid representation services.…