Are you Chinese Canadian?

We want to understand your legal needs

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“A Qualitative Look at Serious Legal Problems: Chinese Canadians in Victoria and Vancouver, British Columbia.”

Having access to justice is important and that is why we are interested in your story. Our goal is to gain a better understanding of the legal needs of Chinese Canadians and the effects these problems have on their lives. It is well known that many people across Canada struggle when trying to solve complicated problems especially when there are legal implications. Such problems can seriously affect people’s lives, financial stability, health, and even their social life. Your story will help us understand where more help is needed for Chinese Canadians.

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Analysis and Communication of Results (Ongoing).

Eligibility

Of Chinese descent and
- - Born in Canada or
  - Born elsewhere and immigrated to Canada under any class,
Please note you are eligible to participate in this study as a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or you are a temporary visa holder (working or student visa).
Older than 18 years of age,
Live in Greater Victoria or Greater Vancouver,
While living in Canada, you have encountered a serious legal issue that has been resolved or is ongoing.

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Step by step

Send your application.
If you are selected to participate, you will receive a confirmation email.
The email will have suggestions to choose hour, date and location of the interview.
The interview will take place.
You will receive your honorarium.
You will be notified about the results of the research.

Application period is closed

Participating in this study will not impact your immigration status or your relationship with service providers. All information will be kept strictly confidential.

We are interested in hearing about:

What kind of legal problem did you have? For example, did you have a dispute about a large purchase? A disagreement with a landlord or about a mortgage? A conflict with a family member, employer or employee, neighbour, the police, social assistance, immigration official, health services, or others?
How have you tried to solve this problem? Did you try to solve this problem through official legal channels or other forms of mediation?
What effects did this problems have on you and your family? Were there financial, social, and/or health-related effects of this problem?

Accessibility options

Interpreter provided on request
On-line interviews
Phone interviews
In-person interviews (Victoria only)

Voluntary participation

This study is voluntary, and you may refuse to participate, refuse to answer any questions, or withdraw from the research at any time without any consequence.

Honorarium

100 Canadian dollars honorarium for selected participants.

Research Methodology

When working on a project related to a community, it’s crucial to collaborate with that community. This study also takes into account other important aspects. If you want to know more about the components of this study, click in the “More info” button.

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Confidentiality and Withdrawing Consent

At all times, your identity will be kept completely confidential and the information you provide will be wholly anonymous. Research materials and notes are accessible to the researchers only and will be deleted after the study is completed.

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FAQS

Can I participate in this study if I am not a Canadian citizen, or have lived here only a short while?
Can I participate in this study if my legal issue was with someone abroad (foreign government, business, or individual)?
Can I participate in this study if the issue is ongoing?
Can I participate in this study if the issue has been resolved?
Can I participate if I did not use legal representation to resolve the issue, or if I did not try to resolve it at all?
Can I participate in this study if I do not live in Greater Victoria or Greater Vancouver?
Will you provide interpreters for people who do not speak fluent English?
How long will the interview last?
How much will I be paid, and when and how will I receive an honorarium?

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