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Our vision is client-focused legal aid that ensures access to justice for all.

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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 16h
Our Parents Legal Centres help parents resolve their child protection matters early and collaboratively, offering services at any stage of the child protection matter. Learn more at youtu.be/ihQ_fzpW7pM?si=Mwz-qcMDtIs…
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Legal Aid BC's Parents Legal Centres
Parents Legal Centres help parents resolve their child protection m...
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
October is Disability Employment Awareness Month, an opportunity to uplift the contributions of individuals who experience disability in the workplace and advocate for inclusive and equitable hiring practices. www.supportedemployment.ca/initiati…
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Our Legal Aid BC resource website offers legal information and answers to commonly asked questions related to criminal charges. Learn more at info.legalaid.bc.ca/topic/criminal
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Resources for Criminal law
If you're facing criminal charges, can't afford a lawyer or seeking legal information.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Today marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, an opportunity to reflect on the ongoing impacts of the residential school system, honour the children who never returned home, and recognize the strength and resilience of survivors, their families, and communities.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Legal Aid BC offices are closed today. Our offices and Call Centre will return to regular hours Thursday, October 1.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Family LawLINE offers free legal advice over the telephone from a family lawyer for people living on low income, visit legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/FamilyLawL… to learn more
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Family LawLINE
Get free family law advice if you have a low income. Family LawLINE lawyers give brief "next step" advice about family law issues. Contact the Call Centre to find out if you qualify.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Are you a lawyer who does legal aid work for Legal Aid BC? You may be eligible for our bursary program which can help you complete your CPD credits. Learn more at legalaid.bc.ca/form/bursary-applica…
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Access Pro Bono provides legal help to people all across BC. Get help from lawyers and paralegals for wills, tenancy, summary advice and more - www.accessprobono.ca
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Access Pro Bono - Homepage
We help British Columbians solve their legal problems. We envision a justice system where all British Columbians have access to the legal help they need.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Are you going to BC Provincial Court in Surrey, Victoria, or Port Coquitlam? Learn more about Early Resolution registries at: youtu.be/PP167zd1dzc?feature=shared
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Are you going to BC Provincial Court in Surrey, Victoria, or Port Coquitlam?
Are you going to BC Provincial Court in Surrey, Victoria, or Port C...
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Legal Aid BC offices are closed today. Our offices and Call Centre will return to regular hours Tuesday, September 8.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Find someone in your community who can help with legal problems. Use the Courthouse Libraries BC Clicklaw directory to find legal services near you: www.clicklaw.bc.ca/services
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BC Aboriginal Network on Disability Society British Columbia Aboriginal Network on Disability Society (BCANDS) The society provides services to eligible individuals, families, and organizations within Indigenous communities and in urban and rural centres. If you’re an Indigenous person with a disa...
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Have you, or someone you know, been charged with a crime? You may be able to get help from duty counsel - lawyers paid by Legal Aid BC to give free legal advice. Learn more about duty counsel: legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/criminalAn…
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Are you experiencing family violence? You may be eligible for free legal help from the Family Law Centre. The video below highlights how the Family Law Centre can support you throughout your family law case.
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Family Law Centre
Family Law Centre0:28 - How the Family Law Centre works0:30 - Th...
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
People's Law School - BC has great practical legal information about everyday issues around consumer law, work, and more. www.peopleslawschool.ca
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Work out legal problems
People's Law School provides free legal education and information to help people in British Columbia resolve everyday legal matters.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
This video highlights some common questions about receiving child support for parents or guardians living in BC. youtu.be/aQm9Rjqp6lo?si=_hXYTXOWyTs…
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Common questions about receiving child support
This video highlights some common questions about receiving child s...
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Our Legal Aid BC resource website offers legal information and answers to commonly asked questions for refugees and newcomers. Learn more at info.legalaid.bc.ca/topic/immigrati…
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Resources for Refugee, immigration, and citizenship
If you need help with immigration issues you can read resources for immigrants and refugees, available in several languages.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
The Brydges Line is a 24-7, toll-free number you can call to speak to a lawyer if you're arrested, detained or otherwise in custody - legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/brydgesLine
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Brydges Advice Line
Call at no charge to speak to a lawyer if you're in BC, and you've been arrested; detained; and are under active investigation for a criminal offence, but you're not yet charged. 1-866-458-5500
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Legal Aid BC offices are closed today. Our offices and Call Centre will return to regular hours Tuesday, August 4.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
If you’re a relative raising a family member’s child, a service provider, or an ally, you can get information and support from the Kinship Care Help Line. Learn more: www.parentsupportbc.ca/support-line
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Kinship Care Help Line - Parent Support Services Society of BC
Kinship Care Help Line The Kinship Care Help Line provides support, advocacy and resource information to grandparents and other relatives raising a family member’s child as well as to service providers and allies. The Help Line serves callers from across the Province and is staffed by three part-t...
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Legal Aid BC is proud to support 2SLGBTQIA+ communities in advocating for equity and inclusion. Explore the exciting line-up of upcoming #VancouverPride events at: www.vancouverpride.ca/events
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Legal Aid BC’s navigators are here to help you. This video highlights how navigators guide clients through the legal aid process and connect them with services and support.
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Legal Aid BC’s Navigators are here to help you
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Family LawLINE offers free legal advice over the telephone from a family lawyer for people living on low income, visit legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/FamilyLawL… to learn more
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Family LawLINE
Get free family law advice if you have a low income. Family LawLINE lawyers give brief "next step" advice about family law issues. Contact the Call Centre to find out if you qualify.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Have you, or someone you know, been charged with a crime? You may be able to get help from duty counsel - lawyers paid by Legal Aid BC to give free legal advice. Learn more about duty counsel: legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/criminalAn…
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Our Legal Aid BC resource website offers legal information and answers to commonly asked questions related to separation and divorce. Learn more at info.legalaid.bc.ca/topic/family
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Resources for Family law
If you're ending a marriage or common-law relationship, we can help you figure out what to do. Access a range of BC resources on family law.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Help is just a call away. Indigenous people residing in BC can access 24-hour phone support through the KUU-US Crisis Line Society toll free at 1-800-588-8717.
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At KUU-US Crisis and Care Society we are committed to enhancing health, safety, and wellness through a holistic approach.  Our mission is to provide support and empowerment, merging culture, community and connection. Together we foster ʔiisaakst’ał respect for ourselves and others.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Find out what legal problems Legal Aid BC does and doesn't cover, and learn more about our free legal services that may help you at legalaid.bc.ca/services
A Legal Aid BC infographic detailing what legal issues are covered and not covered. On the left, a cartoon man surrounded by question marks represents confusion. Text reads, "Find out what legal problems Legal Aid BC does and doesn’t cover." On the right, two sections list issues: "Eligible for coverage" includes criminal charges, serious family problems, child protection matters (CFCSA), and immigration/refugee issues. "Not eligible for coverage" lists wills and estates, employment, debt collection, residential tenancy, other civil law issues, and work/study permits, accompanied by icons for each category.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Legal Aid BC offices are closed today. Our offices and Call Centre will return to regular hours Thursday, July 2.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
How long do I need to pay for child support? This video answers common questions about paying child support for parents or guardians living in BC: youtu.be/D8gZPXkQVUk?si=t8V6fVCW_va…
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Common questions about paying child support
This video highlights some common questions about paying child support for parents or guardians living in BC.00:00 Introduction00:42 Does the amount of child...
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Thank you to all the lawyers and service providers who joined us at our Legal Aid Connect event in Prince George. We greatly appreciate your participation and the thoughtful feedback you shared. Your insights are essential to the work of advancing access to justice across BC.
A blue circle in the center contains the words "Thank you" in large white script, with "Legal Aid Connect 2026" and "Prince George" in smaller text below. The background is light with scattered pastel dots and icons representing people, balance scales, and groups connected by lines. Text at the bottom reads "Legal Aid BC" alongside a logo.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Access Pro Bono provides legal help to people all across BC. Get help from lawyers and paralegals for wills, tenancy, summary advice and more - www.accessprobono.ca
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Access Pro Bono - Homepage
We help British Columbians solve their legal problems. We envision a justice system where all British Columbians have access to the legal help they need.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
On National Indigenous Peoples Day, observed during the Summer Solstice, we recognize and celebrate the diverse cultures, traditions, and experiences of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Canada. Learn more: www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/.../1100100… #NIPD2026
Vibrant poster for National Indigenous Peoples Day, June 21, featuring white graphics of a narwhal and indigenous motifs on a red-orange gradient background. Canadian government logos are at the bottom.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
The Brydges Line is a 24-7, toll-free number you can call to speak to a lawyer if you're arrested, detained or otherwise in custody - legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/brydgesLine
legalaid.bc.ca
Brydges Advice Line
Call at no charge to speak to a lawyer if you're in BC, and you've been arrested; detained; and are under active investigation for a criminal offence, but you're not yet charged. 1-866-458-5500
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Are you going to BC Provincial Court in Surrey, Victoria, or Port Coquitlam? Learn more about Early Resolution registries at: youtu.be/PP167zd1dzc?feature=shared
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Are you going to BC Provincial Court in Surrey, Victoria, or Port Coquitlam?
Are you going to BC Provincial Court in Surrey, Victoria, or Port Coquitlam?Learn more at https://info.legalaid.bc.ca/| WEBSITES | Legal Aid BC: https://lega...
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Our Legal Aid BC resource website offers legal information and answers to commonly asked questions for refugees and newcomers. Learn more at info.legalaid.bc.ca/topic/immigrati…
info.legalaid.bc.ca
Resources for Refugee, immigration, and citizenship
If you need help with immigration issues you can read resources for immigrants and refugees, available in several languages.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Find someone in your community who can help with legal problems. Use the Courthouse Libraries BC Clicklaw directory to find legal services near you: www.clicklaw.bc.ca/services
clicklaw.bc.ca
Legal Services
BC Aboriginal Network on Disability Society British Columbia Aboriginal Network on Disability Society (BCANDS) The society provides services to eligible individuals, families, and organizations within Indigenous communities and in urban and rural centres. If you’re an Indigenous person with a disa...
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, reflect on their history, and advocate for equity and inclusion. Happy #PrideMonth! 🌈
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Our Parents Legal Centres help parents resolve their child protection matters early and collaboratively, offering services at any stage of the child protection matter. Learn more at youtu.be/ihQ_fzpW7pM?si=Mwz-qcMDtIs…
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Legal Aid BC's Parents Legal Centres
Parents Legal Centres help parents resolve their child protection m...
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
June marks National Indigenous History Month in Canada, a time to celebrate and learn about the unique cultures, experiences, and traditions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Learn more www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1683124…
A vibrant poster for "National Indigenous History Month #NIHM2026" features a stylized rainbow-colored narwhal and violin amidst flowing lines and decorative motifs. The Government of Canada logo appears at the bottom.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
This video highlights some common questions about receiving child support for parents or guardians living in BC. youtu.be/aQm9Rjqp6lo?si=_hXYTXOWyTs…
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Legal Aid BC
Common questions about receiving child support
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Have you, or someone you know, been charged with a crime? You may be able to get help from duty counsel - lawyers paid by Legal Aid BC to give free legal advice. Learn more about duty counsel: legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/criminalAn…
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
If you have not yet registered, there's still time to join us for our upcoming Legal Aid Connect events for private bar lawyers and service providers in Prince George on June 17-18, 2026. Please RSVP below! Lawyers: pjwockdp.paperform.co Service providers: uydty1ao.paperform.co
A green and white event graphic for "Prince George Legal Aid Connect 2026" is shown, with the date June 17-18. The background features interconnected green icons representing a person, scales of justice, a group of people, and a globe, all arranged in a network.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Our Introduction to Legal Aid BC video provides a detailed overview of our services and how we support people in our community experiencing barriers accessing the legal system.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Legal Aid BC offices are closed today. Our offices and Call Centre will return to regular hours Tuesday, May 19.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Today is Moose Hide Campaign Day, an Indigenous-led grassroots movement with the goal of ending gender-based violence. People of all ages, genders and backgrounds are invited to take part in Moose Hide Campaign activities. Learn more at moosehidecampaign.ca
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Niki Sharma @nikisharma.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
We’re transforming our family law system to make it easier & safer for those experiencing family violence. One of my proudest moments as Attorney General was launching the Family Law Centre in Surrey, a free legal service for survivors of family violence who are unable to afford legal representation
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Family LawLINE offers free legal advice over the telephone from a family lawyer for people living on low income, visit legalaid.bc.ca/legal_aid/FamilyLawL… to learn more
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Family LawLINE
Get free family law advice if you have a low income. Family LawLINE lawyers give brief "next step" advice about family law issues. Contact the Call Centre to find out if you qualify.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
May 4–10 is #MentalHealthWeek. This year’s theme, “Come Together, Canada,” encourages us to connect with our communities and ourselves to build belonging, reduce isolation, and support well-being, because connection strengthens mental health. Learn more at: cmha.ca/mental-health-week
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
May 5 is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people (MMIWG2S), also known as Red Dress Day. It honours the lives of Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people in Canada lost to violence. Learn more: www.jaimeblackartist.com/exhibitions/
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Our Legal Aid BC resource website offers legal information and answers to commonly asked questions related to criminal charges. Learn more at info.legalaid.bc.ca/topic/criminal
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Resources for Criminal law | Legal Aid BC Support
If you're facing criminal charges, can't afford a lawyer or seeking legal information.
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Legal Aid BC @legalaidbc.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
People's Law School - BC has great practical legal information about everyday issues around consumer law, work, and more. www.peopleslawschool.ca
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Work out legal problems
People's Law School provides free legal education and information to help people in British Columbia resolve everyday legal matters.
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