Resources

Families navigating educational barriers need access to comprehensive information about rights, policies, legal frameworks, advocacy strategies, and support organizations. This page collects resources developed by BCEdAccess, community partners, government bodies, and advocacy organizations to help families understand the education system, recognize when their children’s rights are being violated, and advocate effectively for accommodations and systemic change.

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BCEdAccess resources

BCEdAccess has developed comprehensive guides, toolkits, reports, and advocacy materials that document systemic exclusion patterns, explain rights-based advocacy frameworks, and provide practical tools for families in crisis or preparing for long-term advocacy work. View BCEdAccess resources

Understanding staff roles and responsibilities

Teachers, education assistants, school administrators, and school boards all have specific roles, professional obligations, and legal responsibilities defined by employment contracts, union agreements, provincial standards, and human rights law. Understanding these roles helps families navigate institutional dynamics and hold systems accountable when obligations are not met. Learn about roles of teachers and EAs

Advocacy letter templates

View letters BCEdAccess has sent to government, school boards, and other bodies advocating for systemic change and accountability. View advocacy resources

Education in the media

Media coverage documents ongoing crises in BC education—budget cuts forcing EA layoffs, schools running out of paper, children excluded from field trips, families forced out of public education, and systemic failures exposed through individual stories. These articles provide evidence that individual family experiences reflect broader institutional patterns. View media coverage

Frequently asked questions

New advocates often have similar questions about IEPs, accommodations, communication protocols, exclusion, and where to find support. These FAQs provide starting points for families beginning their advocacy journey. Read frequently asked questions

Ombudsperson investigation into exclusion

In January 2025, Ombudsperson BC announced an investigation into the exclusion of students from BC public schools. This investigation represents years of families filing individual complaints, documenting harm, and refusing to let institutional failures remain invisible. Learn about the Ombudsperson investigation

Need something added?

This resource list is not exhaustive and is updated regularly. If you would like a resource added or find a broken link, please contact secretary@bcedaccess.com.