Some cases have had the effect of changing not only the legal but also the social landscape of Canada. Here is a look at a few of them. This feature … [Read more...]
Landmark Cases: Cases which have Changed the Legal and Social Landscape of Canada
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The Duty to Consult
May 8, 2013 by
This resource provides thorough background information on the duty to consult including relevant cases, historical information, consultation … [Read more...]
Timeline of Events for the Steven Truscott Case
March 22, 2013 by
Steven Truscott was convicted of rape and murder in 1959 and in 2007 it was decided that this conviction was a miscarriage of justice. This document … [Read more...]
A.C. et al v Director of Child and Family Services
March 22, 2013 by
This landmark case focuses on the medical treatment of blood transfusions for a 14 year old girl. The teenager and her parents refused … [Read more...]
R v. Marshall
January 30, 2013 by
Marshall, a First Nation man, was fishing for eels to sell to support his family. After he caught the eels, he was then charged with fishing without a … [Read more...]
Genetic Engineering: Transgenics in Canada
January 30, 2013 by
Students will explore the topic of transgenic organisms from a scientific, legal, and ethical perspective. Students will learn about landmark cases on … [Read more...]
