Providing resources about discrimination for partially-sighted, blind and Deafblind individuals in Ontario, the project is now growing nationally.About CNIBCNIB is a non-profit organization driven to change what it is to be blind today. We deliver innovative programs and powerful advocacy that … [Read more...]
Does Elite Sport Respect Young Athletes’ Human Rights?
We all enjoy watching national and international sports events. But most of us have no idea about an athlete’s journey to make it to these events.To become elite athletes and reach the top of their sport, children may leave their families and begin training extensively at a very early age. Most of … [Read more...]
I’m Turning 18, Now What: Family matters
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 … [Read more...]
Myths about Filing Claims
Debunking the myths and legends that haunt family law.This article continues our series on debunking the myths and legends that haunt family law. In our last issue, Erika covered myths about lawyers. Today’s topic: the family law process, particularly, filing claims.Myth: If I file first, I have … [Read more...]
Mould and Rental Properties
Caselaw suggests mould can be a deficiency that affects whether a property is fit for living in. But who's responsible for it?We recently heard about a tricky situation involving mould in a rental property. During a property inspection, the landlord found severe mould in the unit. The tenant … [Read more...]
45-6: The Law of Fun
Full PDF of this IssueVolume 45-6 Jul/Aug 2021Summer 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 FunSpecial … [Read more...]
Police Cannot Stop You in Your Driveway For Motor Vehicle Related Offences … Sort Of
How the Ontario Court of Appeal's recent decision affects driveway stops by police.A lot of accused individuals call lawyers, outraged, saying they were driving perfectly yet a cop pulled them over. But what many do not know until a lawyer breaks the news to them is this: the Ontario Highway … [Read more...]
Accessibility Legislation Across Canada: The current situation
The Accessible Canada Act and similar legislation in four provinces address systemic barriers of accessibility.According to Statistics Canada (2017), 22% of Canadians over the age of 15 live with at least one disability that limits their everyday activities. Federal and provincial human … [Read more...]
HAVE YOU HEARD? | New Court & Elder Abuse Resources
Going to Court Resources *NEW*See our new info sheets below. Plus watch our Going to Family Docket Court in Alberta video for more info on what to expect at Family Docket Court.View all of CPLEA's court resources at www.cplea.ca/courts!Elder Abuse ResourcesShort information videos (at … [Read more...]
Contact in Sports: Acceptable or criminal assault?
By voluntarily taking part in an activity, individuals implicitly consent to interactions with others that would otherwise be criminal assaults.A visitor to Earth would probably notice something odd about some of our favourite pastimes. Societies around the world consider some behaviour – of one … [Read more...]
