Helpful Resources
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Please see the following list of helpful resources for self-represented litigants and executors.
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NATIONAL:
Comprehensive listing of resources for self-represented litigants, organized by city and province.
https://representingyourselfcanada.com
The National Self-Represented Litigants (SRL) Project is committed to advancing understanding and challenges facing large numbers of Canadians who come to court without counsel. The site offers resources and blogs designed for SRLs to assist them.
Database containing legal decisions for research purposes
SASKATCHEWAN RESOURCES:
Links to information on courts in Saskatchewan
Family Law:
This site offers helpful tips and advice for Saskatchewan residents who choose to represent themselves on family law matters. The resource offers self-help kits as well as sample clauses for agreements and orders.
Public legal education website offering information on laws and completing court forms for any family law related matter.
Program which aids to minimize the impact of separation and divorce on families.
Landlord / Tenant Disputes:
Information on residential tenancies and the dispute resolution process
Estate Administration:
Information and links to court forms used to administer an estate in Saskatchewan
https://sasklawcourts.ca/index.php/home/court-of-queen-s-bench/wills-and-estates/probating-an-estate
Probating an estate in Saskatchewan courts
BRITISH COLUMBIA RESOURCES:
General:
Online resources to assist BC residents in researching all types of legal issues
Family Law:
General information provided by the Legal Services Society to assist the public
Online course which assists BC residents going through separation and divorce
Landlord / Tenant Disputes:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/residential-tenancies
Information on residential tenancies and the online dispute resolution process
Estate Administration:
https://www.peopleslawschool.ca/publications/being-executor
Guidebook for BC residents acting as an Executor on an estate matter
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/life-events/death/wills-estates
Includes general information as well as useful links to guide BC executors
https://wiki.clicklaw.bc.ca/index.php/Ten_Steps_to_Being_an_Executor
Ten detailed steps on acting as an Executor on an estate in BC