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<p><span class="autocomment">F. Appeal Level 2: Appeal to the EAAT</span></p> <table style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122;" data-mw="interface"> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <tr class="diff-title" lang="en"> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">← Older revision</td> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">Revision as of 08:02, 14 October 2025</td> </tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno" id="mw-diff-left-l71">Line 71:</td> <td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno">Line 71:</td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*Appeal panels typically have 3 members, but sometimes have 2 or even 1 member;  </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*Appeal panels typically have 3 members, but sometimes have 2 or even 1 member;  </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*the EAAT applies the income assistance legislation and common law;  </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*the EAAT applies the income assistance legislation and common law;  </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="−"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*the EAAT cannot apply the Charter or Human Rights Code (see the Administrative Tribunals Act);  </div></td><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="+"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*the EAAT cannot apply the Charter or <ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">''</ins>Human Rights Code<ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">'' </ins>(see the <ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">''</ins>Administrative Tribunals Act<ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">''</ins>);  </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*while an EAAT hearing is formal, it is less formal than in court. Rules of evidence do not strictly apply;   </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*while an EAAT hearing is formal, it is less formal than in court. Rules of evidence do not strictly apply;   </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*the Ministry sends a representative to advocate for its point of view at most EAAT hearings; and  </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*the Ministry sends a representative to advocate for its point of view at most EAAT hearings; and  </div></td></tr> <tr><td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno" id="mw-diff-left-l82">Line 82:</td> <td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno">Line 82:</td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>Previously, the EAAT was not supposed to admit completely new evidence, but only evidence “supporting” what parties put forward at reconsideration. As of January 1, 2020, the EAAT can consider such “evidence that is not part of the record as the panel considers is reasonably required for a full and fair disclosure of all matters related to the decision under appeal”. See section [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/bc-laws/bc-employment-and-assistance-act-263-2002#section22 22(4) of the &#039;&#039;EAA&#039;&#039;]. Generally speaking, new evidence will be admissible if it is related to the issue on appeal. The EAAT has a guideline on this issue, at http://eaat.ca/guidelines-for-members/</div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>Previously, the EAAT was not supposed to admit completely new evidence, but only evidence “supporting” what parties put forward at reconsideration. As of January 1, 2020, the EAAT can consider such “evidence that is not part of the record as the panel considers is reasonably required for a full and fair disclosure of all matters related to the decision under appeal”. See section [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/bc-laws/bc-employment-and-assistance-act-263-2002#section22 22(4) of the &#039;&#039;EAA&#039;&#039;]. Generally speaking, new evidence will be admissible if it is related to the issue on appeal. The EAAT has a guideline on this issue, at http://eaat.ca/guidelines-for-members/</div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="−"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>Further, this broadening of what evidence can be considered at the EAAT is supported by [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/bc-laws/bc-employment-and-assistance-act-263-2002#section19.1 section 19.1(d.1) of the ''EAA''] which makes [https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/04045_01 section 40 of the Administrative Tribunals Act] applicable to the EAAT. [https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/04045_01#section40 s.40(1) of the Administrative Tribunals Act] states that “the tribunal may receive and accept information that it considers relevant, necessary and appropriate, whether or not the information would be admissible in a court of law”.</div></td><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="+"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>Further, this broadening of what evidence can be considered at the EAAT is supported by [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/bc-laws/bc-employment-and-assistance-act-263-2002#section19.1 section 19.1(d.1) of the ''EAA''] which makes [https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/04045_01 section 40 of the <ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">''</ins>Administrative Tribunals Act<ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">''</ins>] applicable to the EAAT. [https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/04045_01#section40 s.40(1) of the <ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">''</ins>Administrative Tribunals Act<ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">''</ins>] states that “the tribunal may receive and accept information that it considers relevant, necessary and appropriate, whether or not the information would be admissible in a court of law”.</div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>It may be acceptable to submit written evidence on the day of a hearing if there are enough copies for the three panel members and the Ministry representative, and it is not too voluminous.  If evidence is submitted at the last minute, the EAAT may consider an adjournment to allow time for the Ministry to review the evidence before proceeding.  There is a guideline on this issue at http://www.eaat.ca/members/guidelines-for-members  </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>It may be acceptable to submit written evidence on the day of a hearing if there are enough copies for the three panel members and the Ministry representative, and it is not too voluminous.  If evidence is submitted at the last minute, the EAAT may consider an adjournment to allow time for the Ministry to review the evidence before proceeding.  There is a guideline on this issue at http://www.eaat.ca/members/guidelines-for-members  </div></td></tr> </table>

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<p><span class="autocomment">H. Tips for the LSLAP Student Representative</span></p> <table style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122;" data-mw="interface"> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <tr class="diff-title" lang="en"> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">← Older revision</td> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">Revision as of 05:56, 1 October 2025</td> </tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno" id="mw-diff-left-l132">Line 132:</td> <td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno">Line 132:</td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If a client has received a decision from the Ministry but has not yet taken any appeal steps, the representative should advise him or her to obtain a “Request for Reconsideration” form from the Ministry and complete and return it to the Ministry.  This must be done within &#039;&#039;&#039;20 business days&#039;&#039;&#039; of getting the decision and can be done online or in person. It is very helpful if you can help the client to fill in the Request for Reconsideration.  Remember that you can request an extension of time to file the Request for Reconsideration if special circumstances exist.  You can also request an extension of time to submit further evidence and argument in support of a reconsideration (See [[Welfare Appeals (21:XI)|Section XI: E. Appeal Level 1: Reconsideration]]).</div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If a client has received a decision from the Ministry but has not yet taken any appeal steps, the representative should advise him or her to obtain a “Request for Reconsideration” form from the Ministry and complete and return it to the Ministry.  This must be done within &#039;&#039;&#039;20 business days&#039;&#039;&#039; of getting the decision and can be done online or in person. It is very helpful if you can help the client to fill in the Request for Reconsideration.  Remember that you can request an extension of time to file the Request for Reconsideration if special circumstances exist.  You can also request an extension of time to submit further evidence and argument in support of a reconsideration (See [[Welfare Appeals (21:XI)|Section XI: E. Appeal Level 1: Reconsideration]]).</div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If an applicant has already received a reconsideration decision, and the matter is appealable (see above) advise them to complete a Notice of Appeal form and to submit it to the EAAT within twenty business days after the client received the reconsideration decision. If a client has already missed a deadline to appeal to the EAAT, a notice of appeal can still be filed with a request for an extension, as the EAAT chair can extend the appeal deadline if the chair is satisfied that special circumstances exist.   </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If an applicant has already received a reconsideration decision, and the matter is appealable (see above) advise them to complete a Notice of Appeal form and to submit it to the EAAT within twenty business days after the client received the reconsideration decision. If a client has already missed a deadline to appeal to the EAAT, a notice of appeal can still be filed with a request for an extension, as the EAAT chair can extend the appeal deadline if the chair is satisfied that special circumstances exist.   </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="−"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*With the law as set out by the Act and regulation in mind, the representative should get copies of all relevant documents and review the details of the client’s case.  It is vital to have a clear, comprehensive account of the facts as your client understands them.</div></td><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="+"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*With the law as set out by the Act and regulation in mind, the representative should get copies of all relevant documents and review the details of the client’s case.  It is vital to have a clear, comprehensive account of the facts as your client understands them.  </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="−"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><del style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">*If the applicant submits additional documentation as evidence, such as medical reports, statutory declarations, or receipts, make enough copies for the Ministry’s representatives and the tribunal members. Because there is no registry for administrative support for the tribunal system, advocates must assume responsibility for seeing that all documentation is well-organized.  </del></div></td><td colspan="2" class="diff-side-added"></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*At all levels of appeal, it is best to have a written statement of one’s presentation of the facts in case there is a judicial review. The EAAT does not otherwise record hearings.</div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*At all levels of appeal, it is best to have a written statement of one’s presentation of the facts in case there is a judicial review. The EAAT does not otherwise record hearings.</div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*See above for specific tips on each level of appeal.</div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*See above for specific tips on each level of appeal.</div></td></tr> </table>

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<p><span class="autocomment">H. Tips for the LSLAP Student Representative</span></p> <table style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122;" data-mw="interface"> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <tr class="diff-title" lang="en"> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">← Older revision</td> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">Revision as of 05:55, 1 October 2025</td> </tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno" id="mw-diff-left-l130">Line 130:</td> <td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno">Line 130:</td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*A representative should have the client fill out a “Consent to Disclosure of Information- Service Authorization” (HR3189A) form authorizing the representative to examine the client’s Ministry file and to make service requests on behalf of the client (i.e. requests for reconsideration or appeal). The “Consent to Disclosure” (H3189) form authorizes only the release of information and does not authorize representatives to make service requests on the client’s behalf, so LSLAP students will generally want to use the former. These forms can be found here: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/master-lists/forms-and-letters-master-list.  </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*A representative should have the client fill out a “Consent to Disclosure of Information- Service Authorization” (HR3189A) form authorizing the representative to examine the client’s Ministry file and to make service requests on behalf of the client (i.e. requests for reconsideration or appeal). The “Consent to Disclosure” (H3189) form authorizes only the release of information and does not authorize representatives to make service requests on the client’s behalf, so LSLAP students will generally want to use the former. These forms can be found here: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/master-lists/forms-and-letters-master-list.  </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*Also, if the case is at the EAAT level, applicants should complete a [https://eaat.ca/appeal-forms/ “Release of Information” form] from the EAAT website.  These forms are necessary for communicating with the Ministry and the EAAT about the client’s case.   </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*Also, if the case is at the EAAT level, applicants should complete a [https://eaat.ca/appeal-forms/ “Release of Information” form] from the EAAT website.  These forms are necessary for communicating with the Ministry and the EAAT about the client’s case.   </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="−"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If a client has received a decision from the Ministry but has not yet taken any appeal steps, the representative should advise him or her to obtain a “Request for Reconsideration” form from the Ministry and complete and return it to the Ministry.  This must be done within 20 business days of getting the decision and can be done online or in person. <del style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">  </del>It is very helpful if you can help the client to fill in the Request for Reconsideration.  Remember that you can request an extension of time to file the Request for Reconsideration if special circumstances exist.  You can also request an extension of time to submit further evidence and argument in support of a reconsideration (See [[Welfare Appeals (21:XI)|Section XI: E. Appeal Level 1: Reconsideration]]).</div></td><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="+"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If a client has received a decision from the Ministry but has not yet taken any appeal steps, the representative should advise him or her to obtain a “Request for Reconsideration” form from the Ministry and complete and return it to the Ministry.  This must be done within <ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">'''</ins>20 business days<ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">''' </ins>of getting the decision and can be done online or in person. It is very helpful if you can help the client to fill in the Request for Reconsideration.  Remember that you can request an extension of time to file the Request for Reconsideration if special circumstances exist.  You can also request an extension of time to submit further evidence and argument in support of a reconsideration (See [[Welfare Appeals (21:XI)|Section XI: E. Appeal Level 1: Reconsideration]]).</div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If an applicant has already received a reconsideration decision, and the matter is appealable (see above) advise them to complete a Notice of Appeal form and to submit it to the EAAT within twenty business days after the client received the reconsideration decision. If a client has already missed a deadline to appeal to the EAAT, a notice of appeal can still be filed with a request for an extension, as the EAAT chair can extend the appeal deadline if the chair is satisfied that special circumstances exist.   </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If an applicant has already received a reconsideration decision, and the matter is appealable (see above) advise them to complete a Notice of Appeal form and to submit it to the EAAT within twenty business days after the client received the reconsideration decision. If a client has already missed a deadline to appeal to the EAAT, a notice of appeal can still be filed with a request for an extension, as the EAAT chair can extend the appeal deadline if the chair is satisfied that special circumstances exist.   </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*With the law as set out by the Act and regulation in mind, the representative should get copies of all relevant documents and review the details of the client’s case.  It is vital to have a clear, comprehensive account of the facts as your client understands them.</div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*With the law as set out by the Act and regulation in mind, the representative should get copies of all relevant documents and review the details of the client’s case.  It is vital to have a clear, comprehensive account of the facts as your client understands them.</div></td></tr> </table>

LSLAP https://wiki.clicklaw.bc.ca/index.php?title=Welfare_Appeals_(21:XI)&diff=61716&oldid=prev 2025-10-01T05:54:43Z

<p><span class="autocomment">H. Tips for the LSLAP Student Representative</span></p> <table style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122;" data-mw="interface"> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <tr class="diff-title" lang="en"> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">← Older revision</td> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">Revision as of 05:54, 1 October 2025</td> </tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno" id="mw-diff-left-l130">Line 130:</td> <td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno">Line 130:</td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*A representative should have the client fill out a “Consent to Disclosure of Information- Service Authorization” (HR3189A) form authorizing the representative to examine the client’s Ministry file and to make service requests on behalf of the client (i.e. requests for reconsideration or appeal). The “Consent to Disclosure” (H3189) form authorizes only the release of information and does not authorize representatives to make service requests on the client’s behalf, so LSLAP students will generally want to use the former. These forms can be found here: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/master-lists/forms-and-letters-master-list.  </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*A representative should have the client fill out a “Consent to Disclosure of Information- Service Authorization” (HR3189A) form authorizing the representative to examine the client’s Ministry file and to make service requests on behalf of the client (i.e. requests for reconsideration or appeal). The “Consent to Disclosure” (H3189) form authorizes only the release of information and does not authorize representatives to make service requests on the client’s behalf, so LSLAP students will generally want to use the former. These forms can be found here: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/master-lists/forms-and-letters-master-list.  </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*Also, if the case is at the EAAT level, applicants should complete a [https://eaat.ca/appeal-forms/ “Release of Information” form] from the EAAT website.  These forms are necessary for communicating with the Ministry and the EAAT about the client’s case.   </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*Also, if the case is at the EAAT level, applicants should complete a [https://eaat.ca/appeal-forms/ “Release of Information” form] from the EAAT website.  These forms are necessary for communicating with the Ministry and the EAAT about the client’s case.   </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="−"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*<del style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">• </del>If a client has received a decision from the Ministry but has not yet taken any appeal steps, the representative should advise him or her to obtain a “Request for Reconsideration” form from the Ministry and complete and return it to the Ministry.  This must be done within 20 business days of getting the decision and can be done online or in person.  It is very helpful if you can help the client to fill in the Request for Reconsideration.  Remember that you can request an extension of time to file the Request for Reconsideration if special circumstances exist.  You can also request an extension of time to submit further evidence and argument in support of a reconsideration (See [[Welfare Appeals (21:XI)|Section XI: E. Appeal Level 1: Reconsideration]]).</div></td><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="+"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If a client has received a decision from the Ministry but has not yet taken any appeal steps, the representative should advise him or her to obtain a “Request for Reconsideration” form from the Ministry and complete and return it to the Ministry.  This must be done within 20 business days of getting the decision and can be done online or in person.  It is very helpful if you can help the client to fill in the Request for Reconsideration.  Remember that you can request an extension of time to file the Request for Reconsideration if special circumstances exist.  You can also request an extension of time to submit further evidence and argument in support of a reconsideration (See [[Welfare Appeals (21:XI)|Section XI: E. Appeal Level 1: Reconsideration]]).</div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If an applicant has already received a reconsideration decision, and the matter is appealable (see above) advise them to complete a Notice of Appeal form and to submit it to the EAAT within twenty business days after the client received the reconsideration decision. If a client has already missed a deadline to appeal to the EAAT, a notice of appeal can still be filed with a request for an extension, as the EAAT chair can extend the appeal deadline if the chair is satisfied that special circumstances exist.   </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If an applicant has already received a reconsideration decision, and the matter is appealable (see above) advise them to complete a Notice of Appeal form and to submit it to the EAAT within twenty business days after the client received the reconsideration decision. If a client has already missed a deadline to appeal to the EAAT, a notice of appeal can still be filed with a request for an extension, as the EAAT chair can extend the appeal deadline if the chair is satisfied that special circumstances exist.   </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*With the law as set out by the Act and regulation in mind, the representative should get copies of all relevant documents and review the details of the client’s case.  It is vital to have a clear, comprehensive account of the facts as your client understands them.</div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*With the law as set out by the Act and regulation in mind, the representative should get copies of all relevant documents and review the details of the client’s case.  It is vital to have a clear, comprehensive account of the facts as your client understands them.</div></td></tr> </table>

LSLAP https://wiki.clicklaw.bc.ca/index.php?title=Welfare_Appeals_(21:XI)&diff=61715&oldid=prev 2025-10-01T05:54:35Z

<p><span class="autocomment">H. Tips for the LSLAP Student Representative</span></p> <table style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122;" data-mw="interface"> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <tr class="diff-title" lang="en"> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">← Older revision</td> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">Revision as of 05:54, 1 October 2025</td> </tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno" id="mw-diff-left-l130">Line 130:</td> <td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno">Line 130:</td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*A representative should have the client fill out a “Consent to Disclosure of Information- Service Authorization” (HR3189A) form authorizing the representative to examine the client’s Ministry file and to make service requests on behalf of the client (i.e. requests for reconsideration or appeal). The “Consent to Disclosure” (H3189) form authorizes only the release of information and does not authorize representatives to make service requests on the client’s behalf, so LSLAP students will generally want to use the former. These forms can be found here: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/master-lists/forms-and-letters-master-list.  </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*A representative should have the client fill out a “Consent to Disclosure of Information- Service Authorization” (HR3189A) form authorizing the representative to examine the client’s Ministry file and to make service requests on behalf of the client (i.e. requests for reconsideration or appeal). The “Consent to Disclosure” (H3189) form authorizes only the release of information and does not authorize representatives to make service requests on the client’s behalf, so LSLAP students will generally want to use the former. These forms can be found here: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/master-lists/forms-and-letters-master-list.  </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*Also, if the case is at the EAAT level, applicants should complete a [https://eaat.ca/appeal-forms/ “Release of Information” form] from the EAAT website.  These forms are necessary for communicating with the Ministry and the EAAT about the client’s case.   </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*Also, if the case is at the EAAT level, applicants should complete a [https://eaat.ca/appeal-forms/ “Release of Information” form] from the EAAT website.  These forms are necessary for communicating with the Ministry and the EAAT about the client’s case.   </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="−"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If a client has received a decision from the Ministry but has not yet taken any appeal steps, the representative should advise him or her to obtain a “Request for Reconsideration” form from the Ministry and complete and return it to the Ministry.  This must be done within <del style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">'''</del>20 business days<del style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">''' </del>of getting the decision and can be done online or in person.  It is very helpful if you can help the client to fill in the Request for Reconsideration.  Remember you can request an extension of time to submit further evidence and argument in support of a reconsideration<del style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">. </del>See [[Welfare Appeals (21:XI)|Section XI: E. Appeal Level 1: Reconsideration]].</div></td><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="+"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*<ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">• </ins>If a client has received a decision from the Ministry but has not yet taken any appeal steps, the representative should advise him or her to obtain a “Request for Reconsideration” form from the Ministry and complete and return it to the Ministry.  This must be done within 20 business days of getting the decision and can be done online or in person.  It is very helpful if you can help the client to fill in the Request for Reconsideration.  Remember <ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">that </ins>you can <ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">request an extension of time to file the Request for Reconsideration if special circumstances exist.  You can also </ins>request an extension of time to submit further evidence and argument in support of a reconsideration <ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">(</ins>See [[Welfare Appeals (21:XI)|Section XI: E. Appeal Level 1: Reconsideration]]<ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">)</ins>.</div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If an applicant has already received a reconsideration decision, and the matter is appealable (see above) advise them to complete a Notice of Appeal form and to submit it to the EAAT within twenty business days after the client received the reconsideration decision. If a client has already missed a deadline to appeal to the EAAT, a notice of appeal can still be filed with a request for an extension, as the EAAT chair can extend the appeal deadline if the chair is satisfied that special circumstances exist.   </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If an applicant has already received a reconsideration decision, and the matter is appealable (see above) advise them to complete a Notice of Appeal form and to submit it to the EAAT within twenty business days after the client received the reconsideration decision. If a client has already missed a deadline to appeal to the EAAT, a notice of appeal can still be filed with a request for an extension, as the EAAT chair can extend the appeal deadline if the chair is satisfied that special circumstances exist.   </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*With the law as set out by the Act and regulation in mind, the representative should get copies of all relevant documents and review the details of the client’s case.  It is vital to have a clear, comprehensive account of the facts as your client understands them.</div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*With the law as set out by the Act and regulation in mind, the representative should get copies of all relevant documents and review the details of the client’s case.  It is vital to have a clear, comprehensive account of the facts as your client understands them.</div></td></tr> </table>

LSLAP https://wiki.clicklaw.bc.ca/index.php?title=Welfare_Appeals_(21:XI)&diff=61714&oldid=prev 2025-10-01T05:52:59Z

<p><span class="autocomment">H. Tips for the LSLAP Student Representative</span></p> <table style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122;" data-mw="interface"> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <tr class="diff-title" lang="en"> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">← Older revision</td> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">Revision as of 05:52, 1 October 2025</td> </tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno" id="mw-diff-left-l129">Line 129:</td> <td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno">Line 129:</td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*The representative should determine what the issues are and read all the relevant sections of the [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/bc-laws/bc-employment-and-assistance-act-263-2002 EAA] or the [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/bc-laws/employment-and-assistance-for-persons-with-disabilities-act EAPWDA] and the associated Regulations.   </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*The representative should determine what the issues are and read all the relevant sections of the [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/bc-laws/bc-employment-and-assistance-act-263-2002 EAA] or the [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/bc-laws/employment-and-assistance-for-persons-with-disabilities-act EAPWDA] and the associated Regulations.   </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*A representative should have the client fill out a “Consent to Disclosure of Information- Service Authorization” (HR3189A) form authorizing the representative to examine the client’s Ministry file and to make service requests on behalf of the client (i.e. requests for reconsideration or appeal). The “Consent to Disclosure” (H3189) form authorizes only the release of information and does not authorize representatives to make service requests on the client’s behalf, so LSLAP students will generally want to use the former. These forms can be found here: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/master-lists/forms-and-letters-master-list.  </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*A representative should have the client fill out a “Consent to Disclosure of Information- Service Authorization” (HR3189A) form authorizing the representative to examine the client’s Ministry file and to make service requests on behalf of the client (i.e. requests for reconsideration or appeal). The “Consent to Disclosure” (H3189) form authorizes only the release of information and does not authorize representatives to make service requests on the client’s behalf, so LSLAP students will generally want to use the former. These forms can be found here: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/master-lists/forms-and-letters-master-list.  </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="−"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*Also, if the case is at the EAAT level, applicants should complete a “Release of Information” form from the EAAT website.  These forms are necessary for communicating with the Ministry and the EAAT about the client’s case.   </div></td><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="+"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*Also, if the case is at the EAAT level, applicants should complete a <ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">[https://eaat.ca/appeal-forms/ </ins>“Release of Information” form<ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">] </ins>from the EAAT website.  These forms are necessary for communicating with the Ministry and the EAAT about the client’s case.   </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If a client has received a decision from the Ministry but has not yet taken any appeal steps, the representative should advise him or her to obtain a “Request for Reconsideration” form from the Ministry and complete and return it to the Ministry.  This must be done within &#039;&#039;&#039;20 business days&#039;&#039;&#039; of getting the decision and can be done online or in person.  It is very helpful if you can help the client to fill in the Request for Reconsideration.  Remember you can request an extension of time to submit further evidence and argument in support of a reconsideration. See [[Welfare Appeals (21:XI)|Section XI: E. Appeal Level 1: Reconsideration]].</div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If a client has received a decision from the Ministry but has not yet taken any appeal steps, the representative should advise him or her to obtain a “Request for Reconsideration” form from the Ministry and complete and return it to the Ministry.  This must be done within &#039;&#039;&#039;20 business days&#039;&#039;&#039; of getting the decision and can be done online or in person.  It is very helpful if you can help the client to fill in the Request for Reconsideration.  Remember you can request an extension of time to submit further evidence and argument in support of a reconsideration. See [[Welfare Appeals (21:XI)|Section XI: E. Appeal Level 1: Reconsideration]].</div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If an applicant has already received a reconsideration decision, and the matter is appealable (see above) advise them to complete a Notice of Appeal form and to submit it to the EAAT within twenty business days after the client received the reconsideration decision. If a client has already missed a deadline to appeal to the EAAT, a notice of appeal can still be filed with a request for an extension, as the EAAT chair can extend the appeal deadline if the chair is satisfied that special circumstances exist.   </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*If an applicant has already received a reconsideration decision, and the matter is appealable (see above) advise them to complete a Notice of Appeal form and to submit it to the EAAT within twenty business days after the client received the reconsideration decision. If a client has already missed a deadline to appeal to the EAAT, a notice of appeal can still be filed with a request for an extension, as the EAAT chair can extend the appeal deadline if the chair is satisfied that special circumstances exist.   </div></td></tr> </table>

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<p><span class="autocomment">G. Judicial Review (if the Appeal to the EAAT is Unsuccessful)</span></p> <table style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122;" data-mw="interface"> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <tr class="diff-title" lang="en"> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">← Older revision</td> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">Revision as of 05:52, 1 October 2025</td> </tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno" id="mw-diff-left-l122">Line 122:</td> <td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno">Line 122:</td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*glaring errors of fact that a judge would be able to see just by reading the decision and looking at the documentary evidence.   </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*glaring errors of fact that a judge would be able to see just by reading the decision and looking at the documentary evidence.   </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="−"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>Note there is a '''60-day time limit''' for bringing judicial reviews. LSLAP should refer clients interested in applying for judicial review of an EAAT decision to the Community Legal Assistance Society’s Community Law Program to have their case assessed for merit. LSLAP is not able to assist clients with judicial review.  </div></td><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="+"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>Note there is a '''60-day time limit''' for bringing judicial reviews. LSLAP should refer clients interested in applying for judicial review of an EAAT decision to the <ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">[https://clasbc.net/get-legal-help/work-related-issues/ </ins>Community Legal Assistance Society’s Community Law Program<ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">] </ins>to have their case assessed for merit. LSLAP is not able to assist clients with judicial review.</div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>== H. Tips for the LSLAP Student Representative ==</div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>== H. Tips for the LSLAP Student Representative ==</div></td></tr> </table>

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<p><span class="autocomment">F. Appeal Level 2: Appeal to the EAAT</span></p> <table style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122;" data-mw="interface"> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <col class="diff-marker" /> <col class="diff-content" /> <tr class="diff-title" lang="en"> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">← Older revision</td> <td colspan="2" style="background-color: #fff; color: #202122; text-align: center;">Revision as of 05:50, 1 October 2025</td> </tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno" id="mw-diff-left-l69">Line 69:</td> <td colspan="2" class="diff-lineno">Line 69:</td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>The following are some notes about the EAAT process:  </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>The following are some notes about the EAAT process:  </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="−"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*<del style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">appeal </del>panels typically have 3 members, but sometimes have 2 or even 1 member;  </div></td><td class="diff-marker" data-marker="+"></td><td style="color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*<ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">Appeal </ins>panels typically have 3 members, but sometimes have 2 or even 1 member;  </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*the EAAT applies the income assistance legislation and common law;  </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*the EAAT applies the income assistance legislation and common law;  </div></td></tr> <tr><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*the EAAT cannot apply the Charter or Human Rights Code (see the Administrative Tribunals Act);  </div></td><td class="diff-marker"></td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #202122; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*the EAAT cannot apply the Charter or Human Rights Code (see the Administrative Tribunals Act);  </div></td></tr> </table>

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