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.

lunch and learn mini series
Free for all frontline service providers
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