COVID-19 and the suspension of routine environmental reporting in Alberta May 20, 2020 Shaun Fluker The pandemic has offered a rare opportunity to observe the exercise of emergency law-making powers in Canada, and in particular, the exercise of legislative powers by the executive.
Ongoing salary freeze harming prosecutor retention February 20, 2020 Matthew Block Not addressing it will result more unfilled positions, and less justice for rural Albertans.
Economic downturns and lawyer mental health February 20, 2020 Loraine Champion Battling the stigma of job loss.
Accessing family justice in an economic downturn February 20, 2020 Wayne A. Barkauskas Hard times are taking a toll on people dealing with issues related to their separation or divorce.
#MeToo: The return of the victim? February 19, 2020 Tuulia Law The term ‘survivor’ has been wholeheartedly embraced in contemporary feminism. But is it always appropriate?
#MeToo and addressing sexual harassment in law February 17, 2020 Gail L. Gatchalian, Q.C. Sexual harassment is rife in legal workplaces. But how can we stop it?
The impact of Budget 2019 on Alberta Justice February 15, 2020 Alberta Justice & Solicitor General Government to streamline and modernize the justice system
Ethical and effective advertising February 10, 2020 Nancy Carruthers Lawyer advertising rules do not purport to regulate or define “good taste”, but they do prohibit misleading, confusing or deceptive advertising.