Indigenous Specific Legal Resources

Learn about courtworkers and resources to help you understand your legal rights.

Aboriginal Legal Aid in BC
Tel: 604-408-2172 or 1-866-577-2525
Provides links to legal aid services but also a good plain language legal information specific to First Nations. Has information on common legal matters.

Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of British Columbia
Tel: 604-572-2293 or 604-355-9048 (cell)
Native Courtworkers work to assist indigenous people involved in the criminal justice system to obtain fair, just, equitable and culturally sensitive treatment. Free for qualified individuals.

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