Legal Advocacy Program

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About this program

Areas of support

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About this program

Areas of support

Contact information

MOSAIC’s Legal Advocacy Program provides information, summary advice, referrals and legal representation to low-income immigrants and refugees. We help newcomers navigate the Canadian legal system, ensuring that they are informed of their legal rights and responsibilities.

All advocacy services are provided free of charge to eligible individuals.

Who can apply?

Priority assistance is given to individuals who have low income, have difficulty speaking or understanding English, have little / no knowledge of the Canadian legal system and have issues not covered by other legal agencies.

Financial assessment guidelines are used to determine client eligibility.

Although legal advocacy services are provided free of charge, filing or application fees are at clients’ expense.

How to apply

Email legaladvocacy@mosaicbc.org or call 604-254-9626
We will call you to assess your eligibility
We will schedule an intake assessment with a legal advocate at the MOSAIC Vancouver office. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early to complete the necessary paperwork.

During our intake assessment, we may provide summary assessment or refer you to another organization or agency for specialized support.

Interpreter services may be available upon request. For your first visit, please bring a friend or relative to assist in interpretation.

Downloads

Humanitarian application guide

Applying for Humanitarian and Compassion (H&C) lets immigrants ask for special permission to stay in Canada (for humanitarian and compassionate reasons) while their permanent residence application is processed. Usually H&C is a last attempt to stay in Canada. This guide tells you what to consider before applying and how to apply for H&C.

Legal issues for newcomers

Family law support

Filling out appropriate court forms:
- Application for an Order
- Application Respecting Existing Orders or Agreements
- Financial Statements
- Notices of Motion
- Affidavits
Assistance with preparing for mediation or court
Uncontested Divorce Applications
Guardianship where one parent is missing
Family Maintenance Enforcement Program (FMEP)
Providing information or assisting with peace bonds and restraining orders.

Immigration law support

Permanent residency for Convention Refugees or Protected Persons
Citizenship issues for former refugees and people with disabilities
Difficulties in obtaining or renewing PR card for refugees and people with disabilities
Permanent residency for permit-holder class
Work permits for refugees and others needing a work permit to qualify for income assistance

We are unable to provide legal assistance with the refugee determination system. Please contact Legal Services Society (Legal Aid) at 604-601-6076 for help with refugee claims or appeals.

Poverty law support

legaladvocacy@mosaicbc.org or call 604-254-9626

Monday to Thursday, 9:00am to 4:00pm by appointment; 5575 Boundary Road, Vancouver

The Legal Advocacy Program is made available through the support of the Law Foundation of British Columbia.

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