The present position in British Columbia As in criminal cases, there is no government operated or government sponsored system of civil legal aid, and the only provision is that made by the legal profession itself. In Vancouver, a legal aid clinic is held in the Courthouse on Wednesday evenings. Lawyers attend on a voluntary basis to give spot advice to people who cannot afford the services of a solicitor.
Advice is given both on litigious and non-litigious matters.
If court proceedings appear to be necessary, then a solicitor in private practice may be asked to take the case without payment. Breach of promise of marriage. Probate or administration of estates, except where the refusal of legal aid would cause undue hardship. Proceedings after judgement for a liquidated sum. Bankruptcy matters after a receiving order.