Justice system betrays sexual violence survivors, says federal advocate for victims of crime

A report from Canada’s victims of crime advocate says survivors of sexual violence are being systemically betrayed by the ...
The Conversation

Bilingualism and merit go hand in hand at the Supreme Court of Canada

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Law

Fundamental Changes to Civil Practice Coming to Canada’s Largest Court

The status quo is no longer an option, but litigators have had a mixed reaction to a working group’s proposals to update Ontario’s practice rules. The rules governing civil litigation in Canada’s ...
Jurist

Canada top court rules multi-crown litigation provision constitutional in opioid class action

The Supreme Court of Canada ruled on Friday that the province of British Columbia (BC) may bring a class action on behalf of multiple governments in Canada for harm caused by opioids. The pharmacy and ...
Jurist

Canada top court affirms sex work-related offenses respect security rights

The Supreme Court of Canada affirmed on Thursday the constitutionality of sex work-related offenses. The court held that the impugned offenses do not infringe the right to security of sex workers ...
The Conversation

The federal government tables bail reform bill: 5 ways to strengthen Canada’s bail system

Carolyn Yule receives funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). Laura MacDiarmid receives funding from Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). Troy ...