Though sexual assault is the only violent crime in Canada not declining, many incidents are not reported to police for reasons including victim blaming and low confidence in the justice system. In August 2022, Statistics Canada reported that sexual assault is the only violent crime in Canada … [Read more...]
A Look Back at Women’s Rights
International Women's Day celebrates the achievements of women and provides an opportunity to look back at the evolution of women's rights, including about voting, holding political office and owning property. Today is International Women’s Day, celebrated around the world each year on March … [Read more...]
The Many Forms of Harassment
Harassment may exist in many forms, including discrimination under human rights laws, a workplace hazard, sexual harassment, and bullying. Harassment is the act of treating another person in a way that causes them to feel insulted, demeaned, sad and sometimes unsafe. It can take many … [Read more...]
Family Justice Crisis in Alberta: Day of action
The Alberta Family Lawyers Association promotes a Day of Action on February 21, 2023 in support of raising awareness for the Family Justice Crisis in Alberta. AFLA, an association of family lawyers in Alberta working together to advocate for access to justice in the family law justice system, … [Read more...]
Bullying of 2SLGBTQIA+ Students: The impacts and what educators can do about it
2SLGBTQIA+ students are at a higher risk of experiencing bullying and mental health concerns, but educators can take proactive and preventative steps to create inclusive learning environments. Students of all ages have first-hand experiences with bullying and harassment in schools. Their … [Read more...]
Workplace Sexual Harassment: Reporting options
The Workers' Resource Centre's Workplace Sexual Harassment Advisory Program aims to educate survivors on options for reporting sexual harassment in the workplace. Sexual harassment occurs at work, often without acknowledgement, and leaves workers with lasting impacts. It creates unsafe and … [Read more...]
Racial Bullying in Schools
Studies show a majority of students have witnessed or experienced racism at school, with implications for both students and teachers. A majority of students in Canada have either witnessed or experienced racism at their schools, according to a 2021 survey by the Angus Reid Institute in … [Read more...]
How To Co-parent When You Don’t Get Along
A look at common co-parenting challenges, as well as practical dos and don'ts for parents and a reminder of when to get help. Co-parenting is never easy and comes with complications, especially when you don't get along with your co-parent. However, it is important to try, where possible, to … [Read more...]
An Overview of Specialized Courts & Restorative Justice at Provincial Court in Edmonton
Edmonton's Indigenous Court, Mental Health Court and Drug Treatment Court use restorative justice principles in sentencing a person convicted of a criminal offence. The Edmonton Indigenous Court, Edmonton Mental Health Court and Edmonton Drug Treatment Court are three specialized courts in the … [Read more...]
The Transfer from Hospital to Continuing Care: The process & dispute resolution tools
Alberta Health Services facilitates patient transfers to publicly funded continuing care facilities, but bigger policy problems are constraining the process. It is a common yet difficult scenario. During a stay in hospital, it has become clear the individual’s existing housing arrangements are … [Read more...]
