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# Law Foundation of BC

Funding legal programs throughout BC

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- [Courthouse Libraries BC Serves the Legal Community and the Public](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/courthouse-libraries-bc/) - Newest courthouse library branch in Abbotsford serves the fast-growing Fraser Valley As a librarian with the Abbotsford Courthouse Library (ACL), Harman Arora has helped hundreds of law students, veteran lawyers, and everyday people access legal information. “There are different questions every single day that we’re resolving, and that’s what I love doing the most,” Arora says. When people can access
- [How the Migrant Workers Centre has been a voice for migrant workers during the pandemic](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/migrant-workers-centre/) - The Migrant Workers Centre (MWC) was originally established over 35 years ago as the West Coast Domestic Workers Association. The non-profit organization dedicates itself to legal advocacy for migrant workers in British Columbia. The Law Foundation provides ongoing support for the organization’s advocacy program. The MWC is a national leader in advancing the rights of migrant
- [Prisoners’ Legal Services – How one local organization is changing the face of prison advocacy](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/prisoners-legal-services/) - The West Coast Prison Justice Society operates Prisoners’ Legal Services (PLS), the only program focused exclusively on prison-related legal advocacy in western Canada. “Prisoners’ Legal Services is unique in Canada because we administer all prison legal aid in our jurisdiction, other than appeals”, says Jen Metcalfe, Executive Director and Supervising Lawyer. “This allows our office
- [How We Put the Revenue We Receive to Work](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/how-we-put-the-revenue-we-receive-to-work/) - Ensuring sustainable funding for a thriving sector Since it was established by legislation in 1969, the Foundation has taken its responsibility for stewarding the funds it receives from the interest on funds held in lawyers’ pooled trust accounts seriously. Over 50 years later, the Foundation is building on lessons learned through many cycles of constricting and expanding revenue, decades-long partnerships with
- [Strengthening Legal Support: IRLC's New Partnership](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/irlc-new-partnership/) - On February 1, 2025, the Immigration and Refugee Legal Clinic (IRLC) transitioned to a new host, the Community Legal Clinic Operating Society of British Columbia, which also operates the Okanagan-Thompson Legal Clinics in Kamloops and Kelowna. Founded in 2019 and funded principally by the Law Foundation of BC, the IRLC has been hosted by Immigrant
- [Supporting racial justice in the legal system](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/supporting-racial-justice-in-the-legal-system/) - The Foundation makes a significant investment to advance racial justice Systemic racism and racial injustice impact racialized people and communities in BC in many different ways. Racialized people, including Indigenous Peoples, Black people and people of colour, experience systemic racism that affects many facets of their lives, and that is a part of many of
- [Transforming BC’s Justice System for Indigenous People ](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/transforming-bcs-justice-system-for-indigenous-people/) - The Law Foundation of BC has marked a pivotal moment in its commitment to justice reform, providing a $15 million multi-year grant to support the BC First Nations Justice Council (BCFNJC) in delivering on the ambitious BC First Nations Justice Strategy. The groundbreaking Justice Strategy advances the restoration of Indigenous legal systems, traditions, and structures
- [Centralized Supervision Enables Networked and Effective Legal Advocacy](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/centralized-supervision-enables-networked-and-effective-legal-advocacy/) - The access to justice gap in B.C. is well documented and persists as a front-of-mind challenge for many working in the justice landscape. People in need of legal assistance and support face many barriers. Legal advocates play a critical gap-filling function, helping people to overcome those barriers, especially in communities where there is a dearth
- [Hana Bank Canada Joins Law Foundation of BC’s List of Preferred Financial Institutions](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/hana-bank-canada-joins-law-foundation-of-bcs-list-of-preferred-financial-institutions/) - The Law Foundation of BC (the “Foundation”) is pleased to announce that Hana Bank Canada has joined its list of Preferred Financial Institutions — banks and credit unions that support access to justice by offering competitive interest rates on lawyers’ pooled trust accounts. The interest generated from these accounts is the Foundation’s primary source of
- [Law Foundation of BC Welcomes Integris Credit Union as a Preferred Financial Institution](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/lfbc-integris-credit-union/) - The Law Foundation of BC (the “Foundation”) is pleased to welcome Integris Credit Union to its list of Preferred Financial Institutions – banks and credit unions that have committed to paying competitive interest rates on lawyers’ pooled trust accounts. Interest from these accounts is the Foundation’s primary source of revenue, directly funding grants that support
- [Leveling the Playing Field for BC Renters](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/leveling-the-playing-field-for-bc-renters/) - In BC, one in 10 renters have faced eviction — twice the national average. A 2023 UBC research study found that 85 per cent of evictions in BC are “no-fault,” meaning they happen for reasons other than a tenant’s behaviour. While BC doesn’t have data on how many of these evictions are bad-faith, Andrew Sakamoto,
- [A Guide to Trauma-Informed Lawyering](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/trauma-informed-lawyering/) - Advocating with Care The legal system can be a daunting, overwhelming experience, especially for people who have endured trauma. Lawyers often represent clients who have been deeply harmed. Golden Eagle Rising has published a toolkit to help legal service providers to better understand trauma and to develop trauma-informed legal practices. This publication was supported by a grant
- [Kamloops and Kelowna's First Legal Clinics](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/kamloops-and-kelownas-first-legal-clinics/) - Legal clinics are a lifeline for those without the means to afford a lawyer. Because legal clinics have lawyers on staff, they’re able to assist clients with more complex or challenging cases, all at no cost to the client. The two small legal clinics serving Kamloops and Kelowna brought free legal representation to the region
- [Articling Program Provides Young Lawyers Rare Opportunities for Public Interest Experience](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/grantee-spotlight-articling/) - In 2005, the Law Foundation’s Board of Governors approved an initiative to grant Public Interest Articling Fellowships to non-profit organizations that might otherwise not have had the resources to hire an articling student. These grants build on the long-term aims of the Law Foundation to develop a strong bar that values public interest work, and
- [Meeting the Need for Legal Advocacy in Rural Areas](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/legal-advocacy-in-rural-areas/) - Rural communities face similar economic issues to urban centres, like the housing crisis and inflation. Many rural workers engage in shift work in resource industries, which can strain family ties and relationships. Funding for poverty and family law advocacy programs in places like the Kootenays and Northeastern BC is vital to address these issues. Here’s
- [Lifeline in the Kootenays: Law Foundation Helps Nelson CARES Deliver Justice Where it’s Needed Most](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/kootenays-nelson-cares/) - For more than three decades, the Nelson CARES Advocacy Centre has provided legal advocacy services for vulnerable individuals and families throughout the Kootenay region. Every year, the Centre helps hundreds of people navigate the complexities of legal and government systems, whether they’re disputing an unlawful eviction, applying for income assistance, or trying to resolve a family law
- [A Trusted Leader in the Evolution of BC Law](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/a-trusted-leader-in-the-evolution-of-bc-law/) - BC courts lean on BC Law Institute's research For 25 years, the BC Law Institute (BCLI) has recommended law reforms in the public interest. It is an independent law reform institute that conducts scholarly research and analysis of existing statutes to identify specific ways in which the law should evolve. Most projects convene experts from
- [How Credit Unions and Banks Help Power Legal Support in BC](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/how-credit-unions-and-banks-help-power-legal-support-in-bc/) - On a weekday morning in Kelowna, the waiting room at the Okanagan Thompson Legal Clinic fills quickly. A senior trying to hold onto their housing. A parent sorting out a protection order. Someone preparing for a hearing they don’t fully understand, but can’t afford to get wrong. For many, this is where the legal system
- [Helping Burnaby Families with Legal Advocacy](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/helping-burnaby-families-with-legal-advocacy/) - Many families earn too much to qualify for legal aid but still struggle to afford private legal representation. For such households, nonprofit legal advocacy can be a lifeboat. And this is exactly what the Burnaby Family Life offers to local residents. In 2023, Burnaby Family Life received a three-year grant of $330,000 annually to build
- [Joe Arvay Initiative for Public Interest Law](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/joe-arvay-initiative/) - The Law Foundation of BC is proud to announce the creation of the Joe Arvay Initiative for Public Interest Law, which aims at improving people’s lives through the law and enhancing access to justice in British Columbia. Joseph Arvay, O.C., O.B.C., Q.C. was one of Canada’s foremost human rights, constitutional and public interest lawyers. Over
- [New Centre Will Help Transform Education in Indigenous Law](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/uvic-ncil/) - Tucked away at the University of Victoria Law School, the Indigenous Law Research Unit (ILRU) has built its reputation as the leading centre for Indigenous legal research and public legal education in Canada. In addition, the Faculty of Law launched the first of its kind JID/JD, otherwise known as the Indigenous law degree program, offering
- [How a Frontline Legal Organization in Haida Gwaii is Making an Impact](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/grantee-spotlight-haidagwaii/) - A typical day for Hailey Chapman begins when she arrives to work at the Haida Gwaii Legal Project Society to a lineup of people patiently waiting for her. But it comes as no surprise — as a legal advocate for the only stand-alone legal service on Haida Gwaii / X̱aaydag̱a Gwaay.yaay / X̱aayda gwaay, archipelago of nearly
- [Investing in Legal Services for Women](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/grantee-spotlight-rise/) - It is well-recognized that the high cost and complexity of the family justice system means that it is effectively impossible for many people to access their legal rights. Former Chief Justice Beverley McLachlin has referred to this plainly as an access to justice crisis, and that many women, in particular, who need legal support in
- [Province-wide legal services for children are a “game changer”](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/child-youth-legal-centre/) - For Suzette Narbonne, being a youth lawyer is more than just representing kids in court — it’s a paradigm shift for young people who have never imagined they could have a lawyer. Narbonne works as the managing lawyer at the Child and Youth Legal Centre (CYLC) at the Society for Children and Youth of BC which has been funded by
- [New Legal Clinics Step Up](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/new-clinics-step-up/) - For years, British Columbia has lacked an important asset that provides significant benefits to people in other large provinces like Alberta and Ontario — a network of legal clinics serving low income people. While the Law Foundation’s network of poverty law advocates provided important support for clients dealing with income assistance, housing, and other legal
- [Indigenous Community Legal Clinic Celebrates 25 years](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/indigenous-community-legal-clinic/) - Darwin Hanna and Cynthia Callison, long-time supporters and members of the ICLC’s first cohort, presenting gifts at the ICLC 25th anniversary event to Patricia Barkaskas and Mark Gervin, Director of Legal Services. Print: Alano Edzerza, Tahltan, “Thinking Like a Raven.” Blanket: Coast Salish from Musqueam (unattributed). Barkaskas says that many students have gone on to
- [Three new specialized legal clinics help to fill gaps in services across BC](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/specialized-clinics/) - Housing security for low-income people, freedom from discrimination for people living with disabilities, and justice for migrants and refugees — with the support of the Province of British Columbia, the Law Foundation has been able to invest in three new specialized legal clinics working to address these pressing and complex legal needs across the province.
- [How One Lawyer is Working to Support Trauma-Informed Practices in the Legal Profession](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/trauma-informed-toolkit/) - In her almost fifteen years as a lawyer working with clients from all walks of life, Myrna McCallum has come to realize that there was an important piece missing from her legal education. One key experience came early in her days as a Crown Prosecutor, when she had to prepare a child for the trial
- [Bella Coola Legal Advocacy Program: making waves in the difficult-to-reach Central Coast](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/making-waves/) - For Anne Fletcher, Legal Advocate with the Bella Coola Legal Advocacy Program (BCLAP), reaching clients in the under-served region of the Central Coast used to mean dealing with skyrocketing airfares on chartered flights. With a population of only 8,000 spread out over a large area with challenging geography, flights and an infrequent ferry were the
- [Catherine White Holman Wellness Centre — focused on the specialized legal needs of the trans community](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/catherine-white-holman-wellness/) - The Catherine White Holman Wellness Centre (CWHWC) trans legal clinic is the only free clinic in British Columbia run by and for trans people, focusing on the trans community and its legal needs. The Catherine White Holman Wellness Centre is a non-profit organization that is part of a networked community of professionals who prioritize the
- [Kinbrace Ready Tours — Pre-hearing support for refugee claimants](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/kinbrace-ready-tours/) - For most people who do not work in the legal system, participating in a tribunal process can be confusing and intimidating. That experience is amplified for refugee claimants attending a hearing that may determine whether they will be able to stay in the country they’ve begun to call home. Many refugee claimants are contending with
- [How West Coast LEAF’s Community of Practice creates an intentional space for those engaged in the child welfare system](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/leaf-community-of-practice/) - In 2019, the West Coast LEAF released the “Pathways in a Forest: Indigenous Guidance on Prevention-Based Child Welfare” report with funding from the Law Foundation of BC. The report came about as a result of a year-long law reform project entitled “Shifting the Child Protection System”, which was undertaken to determine whether the Ministry of Child &
- [Building community capacity to increase access to justice](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/building-community-capacity/) - Lois Shelton reflects on a career supporting frontline advocates across BC In October 2022, the Foundation hosted the first in-person Provincial Advocates Training Conference (the “Conference”) since the onset of the pandemic, in partnership with Legal Aid BC. This annual conference brings together legal advocates, lawyers, and others working on the frontlines of access to
- [Indigenous Law Research Unit at UVic takes a relationship-first approach to working with Indigenous nations to revitalize their laws](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/ril/) - In 2019, the Government of British Columbia passed the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (“Declaration Act”). Strengthening Indigenous legal orders is essential to fulfilling the Declaration Act. That’s why the Foundation granted $1.2 million in operational funding to the Indigenous Law Research Unit (ILRU). This grant will be paid out over three years,
- [QMUNITY’s New Legal Clinic is a Place of Hope](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/qmunitys-new-legal-clinic-is-a-place-of-hope/) - For many members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, accessing legal services can feel intimidating. Discrimination, systemic barriers and financial constraints often prevent people from getting the support they need. QMUNITY, a nonprofit working to improve queer, trans and Two-Spirit lives, is changing that with its new legal clinic aimed solely at serving 2SLGBTQIA+ people. “So many
- [Together Against Poverty Society: Legal Services Rooted in Community Partnership](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/together-against-poverty-society-legal-services-rooted-in-community-partnership/) - TAPS Provides Ongoing Support for Thousands of Vancouver Island Residents Each Year In British Columbia, thousands face poverty, housing insecurity, and barriers to accessing the justice system. For over 35 years, the Together Against Poverty Society (TAPS), based in Victoria and Nanaimo, has provided direct support and representation for low-income members of the Vancouver
- [Racial Justice Grants Fund Announced at Law Foundation of BC](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/law-foundation-announces-grant-fund-to-support-racial-justice/) - The Law Foundation of BC is excited to announce the creation of a new $2 million grant fund to support projects and develop community infrastructure to advance racial justice and combat systemic racism and discrimination. Indigenous Peoples, Black People and People of Colour experience systemic and institutional racism in almost all aspects of their lives. These
- [BC kicks off new planning process for Public Legal Education and Information services](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/bc-kicks-off-new-planning-process-for-public-legal-education-and-information-services/) - The Law Foundation and the Ministry of the Attorney General have asked Dr. Catherine Dauvergne KC, of the Allard School of Law, to lead an independent sectoral planning process for public legal education and information (PLEI) in the province of British Columbia. The object of this process is to strengthen the provision of public legal
- [Proposed amendments to Legal Profession Act will improve financial stability for access to justice programs](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/proposed-amendments-to-legal-profession-act-will-improve-financial-stability-for-access-to-justice-programs/) - News Release VANCOUVER BC, March 3, 2022 – The Government of B.C. has introduced amendments to the Legal Profession Act which will provide the Law Foundation of BC the authority to approve the interest rates and service charges on lawyers' pooled trust accounts. If passed, the amendments would establish similar requirements to those currently in
- [Law Foundation Proud To Be Founding Donor To Help Build The National Centre for Indigenous Laws at UVic Law](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/law-foundation-proud-to-be-founding-donor-to-help-build-the-national-centre-for-indigenous-laws-at-uvic-law/) - The Law Foundation of BC is proud to support the vital work at UVic Law to promote the recovery and resurgence of Indigenous legal orders across the continent. The new National Centre for Indigenous Laws will cement the role of UVic scholars as global leaders partnering with Indigenous communities and peoples seeking to articulate and

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- [Home](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/) - Supporting work that advances justice for all. We are working toward a future where the law upholds the dignity of every person in BC and helps communities thrive. What Guides Us Our Mandate Areas Legal Aid Legal Education Law Libraries Law Reform Legal Research Advancing access to justice across BC Every grant we approve is an investment in people
- [How Funding Works](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/how-funding-works/) - Funding Opportunities How Funding Works & How to Apply If you are considering applying for funding, this page will walk you through what you need to know. Our goal is to make the process as clear and accessible as possible, so you can focus on the work that matters. Open Funding Opportunities The following funding
- [Leadership Team](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/who-we-are/leadership-team/) - who we are Our Leadership Team Our team brings together deep expertise in law, social justice, philanthropy, and community service. Working together to advance our mission and ensure funding reaches those who need it most. Expand All Close All Josh Paterson, KC, Executive Director (he, him, his) Josh joined the Foundation in 2019. As Executive Director,
- [For Lawyers](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/for-lawyers/) - OUR WORK For Lawyers Lawyers make a vital contribution to improving access to justice in BC simply through the operation of pooled trust accounts. Get Started How Lawyers Make a Difference Law foundations like ours exist in every province and territory in Canada, and in every US state, funding critical access to justice work that
- [What We Fund](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-we-fund/) - OUR WORK What We Fund Every person deserves access to justice, regardless of their income, background, or circumstances. We fund the programs, projects, and people working to make that a reality across this province. Our Mandate Areas Legal Aid Legal Education Law Libraries Law Reform Legal Research Funding Priorities Guided by our Strategic Plan, we
- [Activate Grants 2026](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-we-fund/racial-justice/activate-grants/) - Racial Justice CALL OPENS SEPTEMBER 8 Activate Grants 2026Funding Notice Zoom calls with grant seekers will take place between September 8th and October 9th. To find out if your organization or project is eligible, please read below. Racial Justice Call Opens September 8 Activate Grants Funding Notice Purpose Indigenous peoples, Black people, and racialized people
- [Strategic Plan](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-guides-us/strategic-plan/) - What Guides Us Strategic Plan Our 2023-2028 Strategic Plan emerged through reflection and dialogue across our organization and the communities we serve. It is grounded in our vision of a future where systems of law and justice support all people to live and thrive in dignity. View the Plan Our Focus Areas and Goals The
- [Activate Grants 2026 - FAQ](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-we-fund/racial-justice/activate-grants-2026-faq/) - Racial Justice CALL OPENS SEPTEMBER 8 Activate Grants 2026Frequently Asked Questions This page has been put together based on questions and feedback from past funding calls. Our intention is to provide as much information as possible so that grant seekers know what to expect. Our staff is also available to provide support any time. Racial
- [Racial Justice Grants](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-we-fund/racial-justice/) - What We Fund Racial Justice We fund organizations working to reform the laws and policies that shape the lives of Indigenous, Black, and racialized communities. Justice is not inevitable. It is built, case by case, community by community. Activate Grants call will open on September 8th, 2026. Sign up to our mailing list to be
- [Our Mandate](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/our-mandate/) - OUR WORK Our Mandate We fund programs and projects throughout BC that build a more accessible and equitable justice system in this province. Our Mandate The Law Foundation of BC exists for the benefit of people in British Columbia. We are the recipient of the interest on pooled funds held in trust by lawyers across the province, and we
- [Other Funding](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-we-fund/other-funding/) - What we fund Other Funding Advancing justice takes many forms, and so does our funding. These funds support public interest law participation and legal research across BC, connecting individuals, organizations, and the next generation of legal scholars to the work of advancing justice. Get Started Public Interest Law Participation Fund The Public Interest Law Participation (PILP) Fund
- [Contact Us](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/contact-us/) - Contact Us Get in Touch We are a grant-making organization. We fund legal programs and organizations that make the law more accessible and equitable for people in BC. Thank you for your interest in the Law Foundation of BC. We are a grant-making organization, funding legal programs and organizations. We do not provide legal advice
- [Board of Governors](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/who-we-are/board-of-governors/) - Who We Are Board of Governors Our organization is guided by an independent Board of Governors whose members bring a breadth of legal expertise, public interest experience, and community perspective to our work. About Our Board Our Governors are volunteers who invest their time and expertise because they believe in our vision: a future where systems of law
- [Accessibility](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-guides-us/accessibility/) - What guides us Accessibility How we work toward becoming a more accessible and inclusive organization. Get Started Our Commitment At the Law Foundation of BC, we are committed to identifying, removing, and preventing barriers that limit full and equal participation for disabled people, staff, grantees, and the communities we serve. This commitment is grounded in our
- [Vision, Mission, and Values](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-guides-us/vision-mission-values/) - What Guides Us Vision, Mission & Values Everything we do is driven by a shared sense of purpose. Our vision, mission, and values shape how we make decisions, how we show up in relationships, and how we know whether we are doing right by the people and communities we support. Our Vision A future where
- [What Guides Us](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-guides-us/) - About Us What Guides Us Everything we do is rooted in a clear sense of purpose. Our values shape how we work. Our strategic plan charts the path forward. And our commitment to transparency ensures we are accountable to the communities we serve. Vision, Mission & Values Our vision, mission, and values were shaped through
- [Careers](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/who-we-are/careers/) - Who We Are Join Us We are motivated and inspired by community, and we are building a team that brings our values to life every day. You might be who we are looking for. Follow us on LinkedIn to learn about future opportunities as soon as they open up. We welcome applications from anyone who shares our
- [Our History](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/who-we-are/history/) - Who We Are Our History Our History In 1969, lawyers in British Columbia did something that had never been done before in North America. They introduced a new model for funding access to justice, one that was independent from government, sustained by the legal profession itself, and built to last. More than half a century later, that
- [Who We Are](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/who-we-are/) - About us Who We Are We fund the programs, organizations, and people working to make justice more accessible and equitable for everyone in this province, because access to the law should not be determined by income, background, or circumstances. Our history Created in 1969, we were the first foundation of our kind in North America.
- [Annual Reports](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/our-impact/annual-reports/) - OUR Impact Annual Reports Every year, we publish an Annual Report as a reflection of our work. Each report offers a window into the grants we have approved, highlights from our grantees, and a message from our Chair on our progress toward our strategic priorities. Annual Report Mailing List Add yourself to the annual report mailing
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-guides-us/policies/privacy/) - Policies Privacy Policy Introduction The Law Foundation of BC (Law Foundation) is committed to protecting the privacy of personal information. The Law Foundation complies with BC’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), and Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation where applicable. This Privacy Policy explains how the Law Foundation collects, uses, discloses and secures personal
- [For Legal Advocates](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/for-legal-advocates/) - Resources For Legal Advocates We offer these resources to our funded legal advocacy network, to ensure high quality and effective services. Resources for Legal Advocates Legal advocates fill a critical gap in BC's justice system, providing legal support to people who would otherwise have nowhere to turn. The Law Foundation of BC is passionate about
- [Policies](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-guides-us/policies/) - what guides us Our Policies We believe transparency is essential to building strong, honest relationships with the people and organizations we work with. Privacy We are committed to protecting your personal information. Our Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we keep it safe, in compliance with BC's Freedom
- [Available Funding](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/available-funding/) - Funding Opportunities Available Funding Finding the right funding opportunity can make all the difference for the communities you work with. Browse our currently open funding opportunities below and follow the links to learn more. Our Mandate Areas Legal Aid Legal Education Law Libraries Law Reform Legal Research Apply for funding We periodically open calls for
- [Legal Clinics & Legal Advocates](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-we-fund/legal-clinics-legal-advocates/) - What We Fund Legal Clinics & Legal Advocates We envision a future where underserved and equity-denied people can receive effective, culturally-sensitive, and creative legal services. Narrowing the Access to Justice Gap For many people in BC, the legal system can feel out of reach. Cost, language, geography, and other systemic barriers mean that those who
- [Community Advisors](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/who-we-are/community-advisors/) - Who We Are Community Advisors Community advisors are people from the communities impacted by our work. Their guidance, wisdom, and lived experience help us be a more effective and equitable funder. Community Informed Approaches The Law Foundation of BC believes that the people and communities we serve should have a voice in how we do our work. Over the
- [Annual Report Mailing List](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/ar-mailing-list/) - our impact Annual Report Mailing List Why am I receiving the Law Foundation of BC’s Annual Report?If you are a lawyer, we received your contact information from the Law Society of BC.If you are not a lawyer, we received your contact information from our grants portal or mailing list. Updating preferences To change the way
- [Our Impact](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/our-impact/) - OUR WORK Our Impact Every grant we approve is an investment in people and communities across BC. Areas of Impact Our funding spans five mandate areas across BC. Legal Aid We fund free legal services and programs that address issues affecting people who face barriers to justice. Legal Education We fund legal education programs and
- [Media Resources](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/who-we-are/media-resources/) - Who We Are Media Resources The Law Foundation of BC is an independent, non-profit organization that funds legal aid, legal education, law reform, legal research, and law libraries across BC. Established in 1969 as the first foundation of its kind in North America, we have distributed almost $1 billion to advance access to justice in this province.
- [Offerings for Grantees](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-we-fund/offerings-for-grantees/) - What We Fund Offerings for Grantees Our programs are designed to support the organizations and people behind the work, helping build the strength, capacity, and resilience needed for lasting impact. Helping Build Capacity Community-based and non-profit organizations do extraordinary work, often with limited resources. We believe that investing in the strength and capacity of grantee
- [News & Stories](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/) - News & Stories
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- [Policy on Funding Neutrality and Freedom of Expression](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-guides-us/policies/neutrality/) - Policies Policy on Funding Neutrality & Freedom of Expression Introduction The Law Foundation of BC is committed to upholding the principles of equity, fairness, and integrity in all its activities, including the allocation of funding. In line with these values, the Law Foundation has established the following policy on funding neutrality and freedom of expression.
- [Advancing the Public Interest](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/what-we-fund/advancing-public-interest/) - What WE Fund Advancing the Public Interest We invest in legal work that creates social change. Work that serves the public good and makes the law more accessible to people in BC. Funding Work Across the Justice System We fund a wide variety of public interest work across BC, including justice projects, legal education and

## Categories

- [News](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/category/news/) - News items from the Foundation.
- [Grantee Story](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/category/grantee-story/)

## Mandate Areas

- [Legal Aid](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/mandate-area/legal-aid/)
- [Legal Education](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/mandate-area/legal-education/)
- [Legal Research](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/mandate-area/legal-research/)
- [Law Reform](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/mandate-area/law-reform/)
- [Law Libraries](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/mandate-area/law-libraries/)

## Funding Calls

- [Racial Justice](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/funding-call/racial-justice/)
- [Indigenous Justice](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/funding-call/indigenous-justice/)
- [Grantee Supports](https://www.lawfoundationbc.org/news/funding-call/grantee-supports/)