Publications | Family Law in BC

Clear Skies

A graphic novel about family violence and your legal rights

For Your Protection

Explains how and when to apply for peace bonds and family law protection orders, and what the differences are between them

Is That Legal?

Booklet to help youth become safer online when they use social media

Is Your Client Safe?

A resource for family law lawyers and advocates that describes relationship violence, the signs of abuse, and the risk factors

Series

Is Your Client Safe? Fact Sheets

Is Your Client Safe? Encouraging Disclosure

Fact sheet explains why clients may not disclose relationship violence to their lawyer, and provides steps a lawyer can take to encourage disclosure

Is Your Client Safe? Relationship Violence Client Resources

Fact sheet for lawyers provides resources to help their client stay safe and get help with non-legal issues

Is Your Client Safe? Relationship Violence Legal Resources

Fact sheet provides resources relating to relationship violence, abuse, and the law

Is Your Client Safe? Safety Planning for You and Your Staff

Fact sheet provides safety planning steps for lawyers in their workplace

Is Your Client Safe? Safety Planning for Your Client

Fact sheet provides lawyers with the steps their client can take to start a safety plan and remain safe, and tells lawyers where to get more information and resources

Leaving Abuse

A graphic novel about a young mother who leaves her abusive partner, and the steps she takes to get the support and legal aid she needs

Live Safe, End Abuse

Fact sheets about relationship abuse that explain what abuse is and where people who are being abused can get help

Mothers Leaving Abusive Partners

Plain language guide to legal process for women with children who've been abused by their intimate partner (such as a spouse, boyfriend, or girlfriend)

Now You're Talking!

A compilation of short, illustrated stories featuring likeable characters sharing concerns and information about family law issues.

Safety in Relationships: Same-Gender

Describes relationship abuse, dispels common myths, provides practical tips for safety, and lists community resources where help is available.

Safety in Relationships: Trans Folk

Describes relationship abuse, dispels common myths, provides tips for safety, and lists community resources where help is available

Sponsorship Breakdown

For permanent residents whose sponsor will no longer support them, and they need money and other help

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