Law and Applying for Status
Quick Links
Applying for Status
Go to this page to get most, if not all, the information you will need to obtain status. www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/pr/pub/ywtk/index_e.html
If you have trouble understanding it, then get help either from an
1. Aboriginal organization listed under the Kootenay Aboriginal Organizations button to the left
2. an Aboriginal Support Worker listed under "Aboriginal Support Services" under the Aboriginal and Community Services button to the left.
Dial-a-Law
Dial-A-Law is a library of scripts prepared by lawyers. It offers general information on a variety of topics on law in British Columbia, but not legal advice. If you need further information, you should consult a lawyer. Dial-A-Law is a free service that is available by telephone and on the Internet. Dial-A-Law is funded by the Law Foundation of British Columbia and is operated by the BC Branch of the Canadian Bar Association. Go to www.cba.org/BC/Public_Media/dal/default.aspx to find out how it works.
1-800-565-5297
Lawyer Referral Service
Call to speak to an operator briefly about the type of problem you are having, the operator will provide you with the name and number of an appropriate lawyer. For $25 you can have a half hour of legal advice and determine whether you need more help.
1-800-663-1919
Legal Aid
Although funding to legal Aid has been drastically reduced it is still possible to get help in certain cases. If you face criminal charges and face jail time, if you need a restraining order or if you have a mental illness you may be eligible. You must fall within certain income criteria. Visit the web-site www.lss.bc.ca for more info or call 1-866-577-2525In an emergency where you have been arrested, detained or charges are pending you can call 1-888-458-3300
There is a Legal Aid liaison in the West Kootenays, once a week in Nelson
Richard J. Strahl, Barrister and Solicitor_203 - 514 Vernon Street
Nelson, BC V1L 4E7
toll free: 1-877-426-4066 _fax: (250) 426-4076
Friday -- 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
People's Law School
"Welcome to the website of the People's Law School of British Columbia, Canada. We exist to help you learn about your rights and responsibilities under the law. We are a registered non-profit Society.
Since 1972, we have provided free and impartial public legal education to many thousands of British Columbians in all walks of life. We make special efforts to serve people who may have particular legal education needs, including seniors, workers, students, immigrants, parents and poor people.
We also recognize that everyone learns differently. Some people learn best by listening and talking, others by reading, and still others through training sessions. We try to provide British Columbians with the legal education tools that work best for them.
Explore our website to find how we can help you learn about the laws that affect your life."
Check out the "publications" button for a list of pamphlets on specific legal topics. www.publiclegaled.bc.ca
Boundary Women's Resource Centre
7215 2nd St. Grand Forks B.C. (250) 442-5212
Every two weeks a law firm in Victoria B.C. volunteers legal advice via a video conferencing system.
The BWRC is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm and Thursdays from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm