Lunch & Learn Mini Series
Top Legal Issues While Working with Newcomers
Join the Justice Education Society for a free 45-minute session designed for frontline workers. Learn how to answer top legal questions newcomers ask and gain practical tools to better support your clients.
Dates & Topics
- BC Employment Law Basics (Sep 2): Learn about workplace rights and responsibilities for employees and employers in BC.
- Understanding the BC Legal System (Sep 16): Beginner-friendly introduction to Canadian laws, court structure, and justice principles.
- Tenants’ Rights (Oct 7): Know your rights and responsibilities as a tenant in BC—from moving in to moving out.
- Family Law Basics in BC (Oct 21): Overview of family law in BC, covering marriage, separation, divorce, and parenting.
- Children’s Rights & Parents’ Responsibilities (Nov 18): How Canadian law supports children’s rights and outlines parental responsibilities.
- Exploitation & Scams (Dec 2): Spot common scams, avoid exploitation, and learn what steps to take if targeted.
Time: 12:15 – 1:00 pm
Who Should Attend
Settlement staff, employment specialists, career advisors, school counselors, social workers, legal clinic staff & volunteers.
Presented by experts from the Justice Education Society
Expand your legal knowledge so you can help your clients with their legal issues.
