People's Law School - BC

People's Law School - BC We provide free education to help British Columbians effectively deal with everyday legal matters. We explain legal concepts in language people can understand.

We provide information online and in print. We offer education via webinars, and have a chatbot named Beagle. We are a non-profit society based in Vancouver. Visit us at www.peopleslawschool.ca.

Spring brings new jobs, new contracts — and sometimes, unexpected layoffs. We’ve found that workers young and old are ...
05/22/2026

Spring brings new jobs, new contracts — and sometimes, unexpected layoffs. We’ve found that workers young and old are often unsure what they're actually entitled to.

Whether your boss asks you to do something suspect, your role has suddenly changed in a big way, or you don’t quite understand the fine print in your new , we’re here to help ➡️ https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/category/work

💸 Is my ex-landlord allowed to mail me my damage deposit?📑 What should I know before signing a new lease?🏠 Does it matte...
05/19/2026

💸 Is my ex-landlord allowed to mail me my damage deposit?
📑 What should I know before signing a new lease?
🏠 Does it matter if that basement suite I’m looking at is actually an “illegal suite?”

There’s a lot of movement in the rental market in Spring. If you’re a new renter, or just about to end a lease, check out our fresh content. You’ll get answers to questions you didn’t even know you had to ask 😉

Access the free playbook ➡️ https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/category/home-neighbours/renting-and-co-ops/

FREE webinar | Immigration law in BC | May 19 @ noon |Paperwork. Timelines. Waiting. And more waiting. Dealing with an ...
05/16/2026

FREE webinar | Immigration law in BC | May 19 @ noon |

Paperwork. Timelines. Waiting. And more waiting. Dealing with an application can be stressful, to say the least. Our next can help.

We’ve got an exclusive session for you with BC immigration lawyer Des Friedland. He’ll answer your questions live.

Sign up ➡️ peopleslawschool.ca

As Spring blooms, it seems like every dealership in BC suddenly has balloons and one of those beloved, wacky, waving, in...
05/11/2026

As Spring blooms, it seems like every dealership in BC suddenly has balloons and one of those beloved, wacky, waving, inflatable arm-flailing, tube men 🕺🏿

Sure, buying from a dealer means more legal protection, and certainly feels safer than an endless cruise through Facebook Marketplace. But there are still plenty of things that can catch you off guard. Read on @ peopleslawschool.ca to learn more.

FREE webinar | May 19 @ 12-1pm | Q&A with BC legal pros | Immigration is more than just paperwork. It’s a critical step ...
05/08/2026

FREE webinar | May 19 @ 12-1pm | Q&A with BC legal pros |

Immigration is more than just paperwork. It’s a critical step in building your new life. But from the initial decision of which path to choose, to the practical realities of delay, expense and uncertainty, life might feel "on hold" while you wait for answers.

If you, or someone you know, is going through the immigration process, our upcoming webinar is designed to support you. On May 19th at noon, BC lawyer Des Friedland will answer common questions about the immigration process in clear, practical terms. Join us! https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DWq-dCv3SoO2qQj8104_Zw #/registration

The sun is finally out in BC, the patios are calling, and suddenly everyone's very aware of what their neighbour's fence...
05/07/2026

The sun is finally out in BC, the patios are calling, and suddenly everyone's very aware of what their neighbour's fence looks like 😆

Warmer days have a funny way of turning a perfectly pleasant backyard into a property line debate. Whether you've been eyeing that leaning post all winter or your neighbour just appeared with a tape measure, you're not alone. Dive into everything you need to know about fences and neighbours in BC @ peopleslawschool.ca

👩‍💻 177 attendees💁🏽 416 registrants🥉 third-best all time webinar according to our users (out of the 60+ we’ve done to da...
05/06/2026

👩‍💻 177 attendees
💁🏽 416 registrants
🥉 third-best all time webinar according to our users (out of the 60+ we’ve done to date)

Lawyer Matt Canzer treated us to an inside look at everyday contracts and how to deal with them. We learned about liability waivers, employment contracts, loan agreements, and more.

If you missed it, or want to watch it again, we’ve now got it streaming on demand. Thanks, as always, for coming out: https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/webinar/contract-law/

Joint ownership of the family pet after a breakup is possible 🐩🐈‍⬛ 📑. Pet sharing agreements can help ex-couples clarif...
05/05/2026

Joint ownership of the family pet after a breakup is possible 🐩🐈‍⬛ 📑. Pet sharing agreements can help ex-couples clarify how the arrangement will work, without getting a court involved. Learn more about pet custody arrangements ➡️ https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/qa/pet-custody-in-bc/

Without a will, the law describes who inherits the . That part might be clear, but what often isn’t clear is who’s goin...
05/01/2026

Without a will, the law describes who inherits the . That part might be clear, but what often isn’t clear is who’s going to deal with this, and how? That’s where applying for a grant of administration comes in. It’s a very popular topic on our website, and we can walk you through all of the steps: https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/applying-grant-of-administration/

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