Advocacy and Legal Assistance
Rise: Women's Legal Centre
Community Legal Clinic:
Location: 516 Richards Street, Vancouver Telephone: 236-317-9000 Email: info@womenslegalcentre.ca |
Community Legal Assistance Society
In British Columbia, legal aid is provided to low-income individuals.
Email: contact@clasbc.net Phone Number: 604-685-3425 Location: 505 Hamilton St, Vancouver |
Legal Aid BC
Legal Aid BC provides a variety of legal services to low income individuals and families residing in BC. Legal aid is funded by the provincial government and organizations such as the Law Foundation of BC and Notary Foundation of BC.
Services:
Who qualifies?
It is recommended that you make an appointment before arriving at the Vancouver office. Please call 1-866-577-2525 / 604-408-2172. |
First United - Legal Advocacy
First United has provided legal advocacy services to low-income and vulnerable people in the Downtown Eastside since the 1970s. They offer a wide range of legal services such as legal aid, counsel, and representation.
Areas of assistance include:
Email: advocacy@firstunited.ca Phone Number: 604.251.3323 Location: 542 East Hastings Street, Vancouver |
Battered Women's Support Services - Legal Advocacy Resources & Services
The BWSS Legal Services and Advocacy Program offers a range of legal services, such as legal advice, court and legal appointment accompaniment, and assistance with document and affidavit preparation. The program was designed to help women exiting abusive situations, as navigating the legal system can be more challenging for women coping with power and control concerns from a violent partner.
Details and Services Provided:
Contact Information: Email: intake@bwss.org Phone Number: 855-687-1868 Location: 1424 Commercial Dr, Vancouver |
Catherine White Holman Wellness Centre - Legal Advice
The Centre provides low-barrier access to wellness and legal services for Two-Spirit, Transgender, and gender non-conforming people in a manner that is respectful and celebratory of clients' identity and self-expression.
Services include:
To access services:
Email: lawyer@cwhwc.com Phone Number: 604-442-4352 Location: 1145 Commercial Dr, Vancouver |
Justice System Education Program for Indigenous People
The Justice System Education Program for Indigenous Peoples (JSEP-IP) provides culturally sensitive legal education for Indigenous communities in British Columbia. They do so by increasing the legal capability of people who access justice systems, strengthening justice systems, and developing digital solutions for the justice sector.
Outreach Seminars
Address systemic issues
Email: info@justiceeducation.ca Phone Number: 604-660-9870 Location: 800 Hornby St, Vancouver |
MOSAIC - Legal Advocacy Program
The Legal Advocacy Program at MOSAIC provides:
Details:
Contact Information: Email: lap@mosaicbc.org Phone: 236-479-7153 Locations:
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Indigenous Community Legal Clinic
The Indigenous Community Legal Clinic serves the Indigenous community and provides legal assistance without charge. It also teaches legal knowledge to Allard School of Law students.
The ICLC provides students with the opportunity to gain practical hands-on experience managing client files and making court appearances. Contact Information: Email: iclc@allard.ubc.ca Phone Number: 604-822-5421 Location: 148 Alexander St., Vancouver |
Migrant Workers Centre
The Migrant Workers Centre provides free legal advocacy services to migrant workers. They provide their services in person by appointment, over the phone, and virtually.
Please call their office during our intake hours (Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 am – 12:30pm and 1:30pm – 4:00 pm) to book an appointment. Phone: 604-669-4482, 1-888-669-4482 Email: info@mwcbc.ca |
Access Pro Bono
Access Pro Bono is a small charitable organization that operates a free lawyer referral service and several pro bono programs serving the critical legal needs of people and non-profit organizations across BC. They offer full spectrum legal advice and representation.
Services include:
Eligibility:
Contact Information: Phone: 604-878-7400 Email: help@accessprobono.ca |
Law Students' Legal Advice Program
Law Students' Legal Advice Program is a non-profit organization run by law students at the Peter A. Allard School of Law at the University of British Columbia. They provide free legal advice and representation to clients in the Lower Mainland who would otherwise be unable to afford legal assistance.
Services include:
Services are on a blackout period during exam seasons. Please check the website for dates. Office hours are Monday to Friday from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Please call 604-822-5791. |
Act For Mental Health Campaign
All Canadians have a right to free, publicly funded mental health care. Despite the fact that many Canadians require mental health services, only a small percentage of them will receive care. The Act for Mental Health campaign, a group of Canadian organizations, has written a comprehensive policy paper calling on politicians to implement universal mental health care.
There are several reasons why this is important:
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The Buddy Up Campaign
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Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada (ARCC)
The Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada is a national organization that:
They offer resources and education to:
Call: 1-888-642-2725 (9AM-9PM Eastern) Text: 613-800-6757 (9AM-9PM Eastern) Email: info@arcc-cdac.ca |
Vancouver Association for Survivors of Torture
Vancouver Association for Survivors of Torture (VAST) provides support to newcomers and survivors of torture. Its core beliefs are that healing happens in community, healing is an act of resistance, and that healing journeys are supported by those we meet along the way.
Services provided by VAST:
Details:
Email: referrals@vast-vancouver.ca Locations:
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The Systems Change Initiative
The Systems Change Initiative brings communities together by taking action to solve the root causes of complex social problems, including anti-racism, equity, and justice. They advocate and challenge ideas, beliefs, and behaviours of individuals, communities, organizations, and institutions.
Ongoing Programs:
Contact Information:
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The Kettle Society - Advocacy Office
The Kettle Mental Health Outreach and Advocacy Program supports people living with a combination of mental illness, mental health problems, low-income, or homelessness to address both individual needs and systemic issues that may impact their mental health and well-being. They advocate for and support people who need help resolving a conflict or navigating a crisis.
Areas of Assistance Include:
Contact the Advocacy Office:
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Get Connected
The Get Connected program at the Vancouver Public Library helps individuals connect one-on-one with a social worker for support with housing, record suspensions, employment, referrals to community services, and more!
The program is in partnership with Connective. Dates and Times: Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Location: Mount Pleasant Branch, 1 Kingsway, Vancouver |
Connective
Connective is a community-based social services non-profit operating in BC and the Yukon. The organization provides a strong social safety net that addresses the needs of all who walk through our doors. They see a path forward for everyone, with opportunities to learn, grow, and develop—on their own terms and at their own pace. The goal is to assist individuals to achieve greater independence and navigate challenging social systems.
Resources Provided Include:
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People's Law School Webinars
People's Law School is a non-profit society located in British Columbia, striving to make law accessible for all. It focuses on accessibility by providing free education and information to empower individuals in handling everyday legal matters.
Services offered:
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