Ministry of Justice
New Legislation
Civil Resolution Tribunal Act - May 7, 2012
British Columbia’s proposed new Civil Resolution Tribunal Act was introduced May 7, 2012. If passed, the act will establish a new dispute resolution and adjudicative body, the Civil Resolution Tribunal, which would have authority to hear some strata property disputes and, where the parties agree, small claims matters. [more]
Limitation Act Legislation – April 26, 2012
On April 26, 2012, new legislation passed third reading that will simplify the time limits for filing civil lawsuits in British Columbia. The new legislation will replace B.C.’s current Limitation Act, which dates back to 1975. Once it is brought into force, the new Limitation Act will make the law easier to understand and bring B.C.’s law more in line with other provinces. [more]
Family Law Legislation – Nov. 24, 2011
On Nov.23, 2011, a new family law bill was passed in the B.C. legislature. It received Royal Assent on November 24, 2011. The Family Law Act places the safety and best interests of the child first when families are going through separation and divorce. It also clarifies parental responsibilities and the division of assets if relationships break down, addresses family violence and encourages families to resolve their disputes out of court. [more]
