Learning about the Law

Learning about the Law explains the fundamentals of the law and common legal problems affecting British Columbians. It is available as a three-part series, covering basic legal rights and responsibilities under Canadian law, the laws affecting families, young people, and older adults, and the laws affecting those renting or working.

Learning about the Law is also available as a single publication through Clicklaw Wikibooks, including in PDF format.

Learning about the Law, Part 1: Fundamentals of the Law booklet cover image

Learning about the Law, Part 1: Fundamentals of the Law

  • English
  • Available in print
Learning about the Law, Part 2: Families, Young People & Elder Law booklet cover image

Learning about the Law, Part 2: Families, Young People & Elder Law

  • English
  • Available in print
Learning about the Law, Part 3: Working in BC & Renting a Home booklet cover image

Learning about the Law, Part 3: Working in BC & Renting a Home

  • English
  • Available in print

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Aman Sanghera

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