Salomon v Matte-Thompson: Recommend with Care
The legal profession revolves around the giving of advice. People seek legal counsel for a wide variety of issues, including (and perhaps most often) when they are vulnerable. Consequently, lawyers...
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Duty to Consult, Honour of the Crown, and Legislatures – An Unclear Way Forward for Indigenous Communities in Mikisew Cree First Nation v Canada (Governor General in Council)
The recent decision Mikisew Cree First Nation v Canada (Governor General in Council), 2018 SCC 40 divided the Supreme Court of Canada (“SCC”), resulting in an unclear way forward for Indigenous communities...
R v Barton: Do “Rape Shield” Laws Apply in First Degree Murder Cases?
Author’s Note: This article and the linked case discuss sexual violence and violence against women that may be upsetting to readers. Introduction Myths and stereotypes about consent, women’s sexuality, and...
R v Antic: Making way for a more efficient bail system
In the recent R v Antic, 2017 SCC 27 [Antic] decision, the Supreme Court of Canada (“SCC”) provides a much-needed reminder for bail courts across the country to uphold the...
