Reading Time: 6 minutes It’s your responsibility to know the rules before you head out to enjoy parks, camp, hunt or fish, and operate off-highway vehicles or boats. One positive thing to come out of COVID-19 is that more Albertans are exploring the beautiful outdoors of our province. Before venturing out though, you should know about a few passes […]
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YOUTH | I’m Turning 18, Now What: Family matters
Reading Time: 3 minutes Wondering about family issues, like searching for biological parents, living with someone, getting married and more? In Alberta, turning 18 means you are now an adult. You can make decisions for yourself. But you might also still feel like a kid. Chances are you are trying to figure out what your role is in your […]
45-6: The Law of Fun
Reading Time: 2 minutes Volume 45-6 Jul/Aug 2021 Summer means no school, vacations and having fun! This issue of LawNow looks at the laws that apply to some favourite fun activities. Plus, we report on current initiatives to address accessibility barriers. Feature Articles: The Law of Fun Special Report: Addressing Accessibility Barriers Departments Columns Feature Articles: The Law of […]
YOUTH | I’m Turning 18, Now What: Being an employee
Reading Time: 4 minutes Whether you already have a job or are looking for your first, you should know your rights as an employee. Employment is a contract between the employer and the employee. Each party agrees to do certain things. At its most basic, your employer agrees to pay you for the work you do. The employment relationship […]
45-5: Crowned Royal
Reading Time: 2 minutes Volume 45-5 May/Jun 2021 Each year in May, Canadians celebrate Victoria Day. To celebrate this year, our feature articles describe the role of royals in Canada and around the world. See also our special report on insurance. Feature Articles: Crowned Royal Special Report: Insurance Departments Columns Feature Articles: Crowned Royal What Needs to be Done […]
45-4: Social Media
Reading Time: 2 minutes Download Full PDF of this Issue Volume 45-4 Mar/Apr 2021 Social media is a huge part of our everyday lives. But it’s not all good! This issue looks at various aspects of social media – from defamation and use in criminal investigations, to privacy and workplace concerns, among others. We also look at water policy […]
YOUTH | I’m Turning 18: Planning for the Unexpected
Reading Time: 4 minutes Making plans in case something happens to you unexpectedly or you die is not just for older adults. You’re turning 18. It’s time to celebrate! But it’s also time to face the responsibilities of adulthood. And one of those responsibilities is planning for the unexpected. Maybe you’ve heard your parents or grandparents talk about their […]
YOUTH | I’m Turning 18, Now What?
Reading Time: 4 minutes You can hardly wait. You are just a few days (weeks?! months?!) away from turning 18. Freedom! You are dreaming of all the things you can legally do. Turning 18 is seen as a rite of passage. The journey into adulthood. The world sees you as an adult. But being an adult also means you are responsible for your own actions.
45-2: Our Legal System
Reading Time: 2 minutes Volume 45-2 Nov/Dec 2020 Full PDF of this issue Table of Contents Feature Articles: Our Legal System Special Report: Public Legal Education Departments Columns October 26th to 30th, 2020 is National Access to Justice Week. And we are celebrating with this issue! Read on for articles about different aspects of our legal system and perspectives […]
45-3: Behind Bars
Reading Time: 2 minutes Full PDF of this issue Volume 45-3 Jan/Feb 2021 In this issue, we report on Canadian prisons – processes, concerns and calls for reform. We also look at some lesser known laws in Alberta that we bet you didn’t know! Feature Articles: Behind Bars Special Report: Lesser-known Alberta Laws Departments Columns Feature Articles: Behind Bars […]
