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Legal Research Fund
Funding for access to justice legal research
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : September 22, 2023
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $25,000 for research with a practical impact on access to justice. Eligible projects include studies on legal needs, effective responses, practical pathways to improve access to justice, family law, and Indigenous law.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : September 22, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research on legal needs in access to justice.
- Research on what works to address specific legal needs.
- Research on practical ways to improve access to justice.
- Research related to family law and access to justice.
- Research related to Indigenous law and access to justice.
Eligibility
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are adjudicated periodically.
- Decisions are expected about three times per year.
Additional information
- Applications are adjudicated periodically, likely three times a year.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Legal Research Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Legal Research Fund. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Legal Research Fund?
This program provides up to $25,000 for research with a practical impact on access to justice. Eligible projects include studies on legal needs, effective responses, practical pathways to improve access to justice, family law, and Indigenous law.
Who is eligible for the Legal Research Fund program?
To be eligible for the Legal Research Fund program, you must:
Research with practical access-to-justice impact.
Relevant to British Columbians.
May cover family or Indigenous law.
What expenses are eligible under Legal Research Fund?
Research on legal needs in access to justice.
Research on what works to address specific legal needs.
Research on practical ways to improve access to justice.
Research related to family law and access to justice.
Research related to Indigenous law and access to justice.
Who can I contact for more information about the Legal Research Fund?
You can contact The Law Foundation of British Columbia.
Where is the Legal Research Fund available?
The Legal Research Fund program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Legal Research Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Legal Research Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Legal Research Fund?
Legal Research Fund is funded by The Law Foundation of British Columbia