COVID-19 Resources
Tools to help BC Societies be resilient in COVID-19 through legal empowerment
Document on CIVIL Liability when someone transmits COVID-19
Created by the BC Attorney General, this is a document to remedy undue fears of civil liability for exposure to or transmission of the virus that causes COVID-19.
Director’s Liability FAQ’s
Not sure what you are and are not liable for as a non-profit Director in COVID-19? Learn more through these frequently asked questions.
Guest Blog - Coping With COVID-19: Meetings
A guest piece from lawyer, Anders Ourum how to conduct meetings of members during COVID-19 in BC to ensure legal compliance.
Meeting Software’s for COVID-19
A guide to platforms you can use to conduct meetings remotely.
Voting Software’s for COVID-19
A guide to platforms you can use to cast votes remotely.
Webinars
Human Rights: The Duty to Accommodate in Light of COVID-19
Get to know the rights of employees and what employers are expected to accommodate in COVID-19 through this webinar and info sheet.
Pandemic Relief Programs
In conversation with PLEO Director of Programs Martha Rans, Vancouver lawyer Anders Ourom shared suggestions for charities or non-profits considering creating short-term, immediate relief funds to those facing unexpected loss of income as a result of COVID-19.
The CECRA Program
A guide to commercial rent relief and the Canada emergency commercial rent assistance program.
How to Hold a Virtual AGM
The do’s and don’ts of conducting meetings in COVID-19. Ensure you can conduct your meetings and cast votes efficiently all in a legally compliant way.
Commercial Leases in Times of Trouble
We were joined by housing lawyer Grant Haddock for a discussion about commercial leases and negotiating with landlords when times are tough.
Templates
Return to Work Letter Template
A template for employers to call a return to work during COVID-19.
Sample Rent Deferral Agreement
A guide for those who need to defer rent due to the onset of COVID-19.