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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
45-1: COVID-19: Where are we now?
Reading Time: 2 minutes Volume 45-1 Sept/Oct 2020 Full PDF of this issue Table of Contents Feature Articles: COVID-19: Where are we now? Special Report: The Law of Film Departments Columns COVID-19 is still with us. This issue provides a status update – freedom of movement, court processes, contractual relief and tracing apps. And for the filmmakers out there, […]
44-6: The “Super Powers”
Reading Time: 2 minutes Volume 44-6 July/Aug 2020 Full PDF of this issue Table of Contents Feature Articles: The “Super Powers” Special Report: Home Work Departments Columns During this global pandemic, governments in Canada have worked together to help keep us healthy and safe. This issue looks at “super powers” available to governments – that is, legislative authority governments […]
44-5: Volunteers & the Law
Reading Time: 2 minutes Volume 44-5 May/June 2020 Full PDF of this issue Table of Contents Feature Articles: Volunteers & the Law Special Report: Copyright Departments Columns In the midst of this COVID-19 global pandemic, volunteers are stepping up more than ever to provide countless hours of manpower to various organizations. This issue of LawNow looks at the interaction […]
44-4: Climate Change
Reading Time: 2 minutes Volume 44-4 Mar/Apr 2020 Full PDF of this issue Table of Contents Feature Articles: Climate Change Special Report: Children’s Stories and the Law Departments Columns Climate change is one of today’s hottest topics. This issue looks at different aspects of the topic – from mitigation and adaptation, to legislation and legal challenges. We also report […]
44-3: 20/20
Reading Time: 2 minutes Volume 44-3 Jan/Feb 2020 Full PDF of this issue Table of Contents Feature Articles: 20/20 Looking Back Special Report: Rural Law Departments Columns The beginning of a new year is a time to reflect on the past. In this issue, we’re looking back at important changes to the law over the last 20 years. We […]
