Canadian Law

Canada's System of Justice
This booklet provides a comprehensive overview of the Canadian legal system, including its origins, key principles, judicial structure, and the role of the public. Also available in French.

Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Citizenship and Immigration Canada is a department of the government of Canada. Using the department’s website you can apply for citizenship or permanent resident status, learn about living in Canada, and access many helpful resources. The website is also available in English and French.

BC Newcomers' Guide
This publication provides practical information to help newcomers settle in BC. Topics include The First Few Days, Health Care and Education. While the guide does not focus on the legal system specifically, there is a chapter about the law. The guide is available in English, French, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Korean, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Arabic, Farsi (Persian), and Vietnamese.

Canadian Government
This is the website for Canada’s government. You can learn about the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court of Canada as well as the structure of the government and how it works. You can also find the Member of Parliament that represents where you live. The website is also available in English and French.

British Columbian Government
This is the website for the government of British Columbia. You can find the Member of the Legislative Assembly that represents where you live, learn about how the government works and search for jobs. The website is only available in English.

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