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Mandamus in immigration matters
14+ hour, 56+ min ago (655+ words) What the courts are looking for from applicants who make claims of prejudice due to delays Since last year, the number of mandamus applications before the Federal Court has increased significantly, contributing to a substantial backlog." It's been reported that…...
National - Canada's global reputation is through the roof. Can it stay there?
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (1154+ words) What this country can learn from others that treat their image as an important strategic asset requiring active management Log in to listen to this article Thanks in part to Prime Minister Mark Carney's fightback against American insults, threats and…...
The new Lawful Access Act needs work
5+ day, 22+ hour ago (103+ words) Log in to listen to this article Highlighted here are some key concerns the CBA has with the bill: Below are some CBA recommendations to improve the bill: Read the full submission. The CBA's Immigration Law Section outlines practical suggestions…...
Supreme Court of Canada's caseload picking up
6+ day, 22+ hour ago (1026+ words) Observers say there's currently a more favourable environment for appellants and lawyers looking for guidance on more discrete areas of law Log in to listen to this article The Supreme Court of Canada's workload has been picking up this year,…...
Kids taking Carney government to court
2+ week, 1+ day ago (1042+ words) Along with advocacy groups, the youth claim environmental policy rollbacks mean the feds no longer have a credible plan to meet legally binding 2030 climate targets Log in to listen to this article The kids are taking the federal government to…...
Why fewer journalists is a problem for justice
2+ week, 2+ day ago (653+ words) Reporters in courtrooms uphold the open court principle, ensuring the justice system remains transparent and accountable. But as newsrooms shrink and disappear, the public has fewer eyes and ears to observe proceedings and keep it informed. So, how do we…...
Supreme Court rules that New Brunswick's lieutenant governor must be bilingual
2+ week, 5+ day ago (1310+ words) Appointing someone to the position who can't communicate in both official languages violates the Charter Log in to listen to this article Is it unconstitutional to appoint a lieutenant governor who is not bilingual? If it's in New Brunswick, the…...
National - From social work to the soccer pitch
2+ week, 6+ day ago (1218+ words) A conversation with Kathy Mah, Canada's top lawyer at the FIFA World Cup 26 Log in to listen to this article Starting a career in social work and ending up on the soccer pitch as part of the single largest and…...
CBA intervening in UR Pride case before the Supreme Court
2+ week, 6+ day ago (984+ words) Association argues that pre-emptive use of the notwithstanding clause should not prevent courts from reviewing legislation for Charter compliance, particularly when rights holders extend beyond the electorate Log in to listen to this article The Canadian Bar Association is among…...
National - Approaching the bar
3+ week, 21+ hour ago (1065+ words) Law students on evolving legal roles and real-life issues making their way into the classroom Log in to listen to this article Maria Kalapurayil's journey into law probably began before she was born. Her parents were lawyers in India, and…...