A Brief Overview of Child Intervention Services in Alberta
The protection of children through government intervention services in Alberta is governed by the Child, Youth, and Family Enhancement Act (CYFEA). This article focuses on the CYFEA; however, it is important to note that, on January 1, 2020, An Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis Children, Youth and Families (“the Federal Act”) came into […]
Translating Justice: Overcoming Language Barriers in Law
Do you, or someone you know, need legal help but have difficulties communicating in English? As a multicultural country, Canada is home to people from all over the world. Both French and English are official languages in Canada, and you may use either of these languages when dealing with a federal institution. However, this is […]
Children Witnesses in the Criminal Courts: Recognizing Competence and Assessing Credibility
There have been legal reforms and changes in professional practices that have allowed many more children, especially victims of abuse, to testify in criminal court.
This article was first published on January 5th, 2018. It was verified for accuracy on December 13, 2024.
Extradition in Canada: United States v Burns, then and now
Extradition is the process through which a foreign nation can ask Canada to surrender an accused person to that nation to stand trial for their suspected crime. To be extradited, the alleged crime must be recognized as a criminal act not just in the foreign country, but also in Canada.
2024 Employment Law Alberta Year in Review
This article summarizes some important employment law decisions in Alberta in 2024, separated roughly into subcategories. It does not focus on cases from other jurisdictions, although many of those can have persuasive weight here. It also does not address developments in human rights and labour (union) law.
Legal Considerations of Living in a Multigenerational Household
Discover the legal implications of multigenerational living in Alberta. Learn how the law applies to multi-generation households. Includes practical tips for families considering shared living arrangements.
Getting Your Security Deposit Back
Moving out of your rental home can be hectic, but ensuring you get your security deposit back should not be complicated. In Alberta, the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) sets clear rules to protect tenants and landlords. Here is what you need to know to recover your security deposit smoothly. What is a security deposit? A […]
In Memory of Linda McKay-Panos
The Board of Directors and staff of the Centre for Public Legal Education Alberta wish to express our deep sadness over the passing of Linda McKay-Panos on November 3, 2024. At the end of this article, we reprint the tribute posted by Linda’s own organization – The Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre. It’s difficult to […]
