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The BCCLA is highly concerned about the developing situation in Wet’suwet’en territories. On December 31st the B.C. Supreme Court granted an injunction and enforcement order to Coastal GasLink for their natural gas pipeline project on Wet’suwet’en territory in Northern British … Read More →

As you know, for the last several months, the BCCLA has been searching for a new Executive Director. After an extensive process I am very happy to announce BCCLA’s next Executive Director: Harsha Walia. Harsha has always been known to … Read More →

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to our new team members! Veronica Martisius, Articling Student Veronica joined the BCCLA team in September 2019, after completing her JD at the University of Victoria. She was born and raised in … Read More →

The BC government passed the Community Safety Act in 2013 but it has never taken effect. The BC government recently reintroduced this troublesome Act by passing the Community Safety Amendment Act (Bill 13), which received Royal Assent on October 31st, 2019. … Read More →

The BCCLA is seeking a Policy Director to direct and develop the policy work of the association. Working with the Executive Director, the Policy Director will provide leadership, management, and mentorship to the Policy team; advocating on behalf of the … Read More →

Permanent Residents share much in common with citizens. They live, work, play, study, pay taxes, send their kids to schools, have access to healthcare coverage, and are protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. According to the 2016 … Read More →

Over the summer we’ve been fortunate to welcome a talented group of new staff to continue to strengthen our litigation, community law, and operational support capacities. Please join us in extending a warm welcome to our new team members! Megan … Read More →

The BCCLA is seeking someone to take on a key leadership role in one of the most vibrant and visible advocacy groups in the country as our new Executive Director (ED).  The ED will develop organizational strategy, sound practices, and … Read More →

The BCCLA is seeking summer law students who are passionate about working to uphold civil liberties and human rights across BC and Canada. The full-time role offers an opportunity to be closely involved with BCCLA’s public interest advocacy work. Students … Read More →