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Have you had a legal problem that you needed solved? UBC wants to hear from you!

January 24, 2025 by DABC

UBC is sharing a 10-question survey that explores peoples’ experience finding and using free legal information, education, and resources to solve their legal problem (this includes the support of a legal advocate or free legal clinic). The survey will be open until February 28, 2025.

They want to hear from people who:

  • Are over 18 years of age.
  • Reside in British Columbia.
  • Have had a legal problem and looked for free legal information, education, and/or resources to solve their legal issue (Note: the issue does not have to be resolved).

UBC Ethics ID: H24-01341
Principal Investigator: Dr. Catherine Dauvergne
Questions: plei.project@ubc.ca

Access the survey here: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3yFL0AjhWfTJ5hs

Or, download the info sheet here and scan the QR code.

BC Ombudsperson's Office investigates exclusion of students from public schools

January 23, 2025 by DABC

Earlier this month, the Office of the BC Ombudsperson announced an investigation into the exclusion of students, including those with disabilities, from public schools. Their aim is to ensure BC’s 60 school districts and the Ministry of Education and Child Care are fairly carrying out their obligations to inclusive education.

Learn more here: https://bcombudsperson.ca/news_release/ombudsperson-investigating-exclusion-of-students-from-bc-public-schools/

As part of this investigation, the Ombudsperson’s office would like families and students who’ve been excluded from BC public schools to complete a short, confidential questionnaire on their website: https://bcombudsperson.ca/school-exclusion.

Participate in research about wildfire smoke

September 13, 2024 by DABC

There is a new research study: “Wildfire Smoke and Health Recommendations: Understanding Community Values, Preferences, and Needs”, led by Dr. Chris Carlsten, Dr. Nick Bansback, Dr. Pat Camp, and Dr. Stephanie Harvard of the University of British Columbia.

The research team is looking for people across British Columbia to participate in a 60- to 90-minute focus group or interview about health recommendations and decision-making around wildfire smoke. Focus group/interview participants will receive $60 for their time after completion. 

To express interest in participating in a focus group or interview, please visit this link and fill out the screening survey. A research team member will contact respondents to follow up.

Download the flyer with more information here.