Nanaimo Justice Access Centre
Last updated on September 5, 2024Justice Access Centre (JAC) services are available in-person or virtually (through phone or videoconference).
In-person services are available during the centre's hours of operation.
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Services
Family Justice Centres and Justice Access Centres operate across the province. They are staffed by Family Justice Counsellors who can assist you with issues related to separation and divorce. They provide services free of charge to parents and other family members.
Family Justice Counsellors can provide a full range of services both in person or virtually through telephone and video conferencing. Virtual services are available for families who are separated by distance.
Justice Access Centres have staff to assist you with family law issues relating to separation and divorce. Staff can help assess what you need, provide information about your legal and related issues and refer you to services and resources that are available for your situation, including:
- Legal information for family law issues
- Dispute resolution and mediation options
- Staffed self-help resource rooms and information services
- Public computer terminals and a printer for legal documents
- Referral to community resources and agencies
Learn more about Justice Access Centre services.
Contact information
Call the Nanaimo Justice Access Centre to access services virtually or in person.
| Phone | 250-741-5447 |
| Phone toll-free in B.C. | 1-800-578-8511 |
Address
The Nanaimo Justice Access Centre is located at:
302-65 Front Street
Nanaimo BC V9R 5H9
Hours
Hours are subject to change. If you do not have an appointment, it is recommended that you call the Nanaimo Justice Access Centre before you drop in. For information about the Self-Help Resource Room, see Justice Access Centres.
Virtual services may be available after 5:30 PM, by appointment only. Please call the Centre for details.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Service area
The Nanaimo Justice Access Centre offers a range of justice services for Nanaimo and the surrounding mid-Island communities.
Family justices services are also available at Family Justice Centres. See if there is a Family Justice Centre location near you.
Contact information
To access services, either virtually or in-person: