Understanding Canada's Constitution is a great first step in understanding the debate around Alberta's Sovereignty Act and the draft Saskatchewan First Act. EDITOR'S NOTE Alberta's Sovereignty Act came into effect on December 15, 2022 when it received royal assent from the Lieutenant Governor. … [Read more...]
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OHS: A Safety Coordinator’s Perspective
Eight things workers should (and hopefully already) know about occupational health and safety laws in Alberta. It’s one thing to read the laws in Alberta about occupational health and safety (OHS). But how does it actually work day-to-day? Say you work in construction or IT or a school. The reality … [Read more...]
CPLEA Resources: Canada’s ban on conversion therapy
June is Pride Month but the need for LGBTQ+ resources continues year-round, including about Canada's recent ban on conversion therapy. On January 7, 2022, Canada banned conversion therapy. Canada's Criminal Code now includes four new criminal offences banning conversion therapy and related conduct. … [Read more...]
Have You Heard? CPLEA’s new publications & upcoming webinars
New & Updated Publications The CPLEA team is working hard on making sure the information you find on www.cplea.ca is up to date! Here are some recently new and updated resources: Landlord & Tenant Condos Going to Court January Webinars In 2022, we are hitting the ground running with … [Read more...]
Domestic Violence Resources from CPLEA
Family Violence Prevention Month has come to an end but sadly information on this topic is needed year round. Here's a summary of information available from CPLEA. INFO SHEETS | Domestic Violence and the Law We have updated our Domestic Violence and the Law series of info sheets. Topics include: … [Read more...]
40-6: Medical Assistance in Dying
Canada has joined a small group of countries and U.S. states with an assisted dying law. This issue looks at the new law and how Canada came to this enormous change in social, health and legal policy. Volume 40-6 July / Aug. 2016 Full PDF of this issue Table of … [Read more...]
40-5: Access to Justice
This issue of LawNow looks at problems of access to justice in some unique situations and settings. Volume 40-5 May/June 2016 Full PDF of this issue Table of Contents Featured Articles: Access to Justice Special Report: The Law and Work Departments Columns Featured … [Read more...]
40-4: Municipal Law and the Environment
Full PDF of this issue Volume 40-4 Mar / Apr 2016 Table of Contents Featured Articles: Municipal Law and the Environment Special Report: The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report Departments Columns Featured Articles: Municipalities and Environmental … [Read more...]
Vol 40-3: Protecting Children
Sometimes, the state needs to step in to protect children and support families. Full PDF of this issue Volume 40-3 January / February 2016 Table of Contents Featured Articles: Protecting Children Special Report: The State of our Jails Departments Columns Featured … [Read more...]
Vol 40-2: Magna Carta
Canadians across the country have had an opportunity to see an original copy of Magna Carta. This issue of LawNow explores the relevance of this foundational document to today's Canada. Full PDF of this issue Volume 40-2 – November/December 2015 Table of Contents Featured Articles: Magna … [Read more...]
