The second annual National Access to Justice Week is taking place from October 25-29, 2021, in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. This year’s theme is inclusivity with a focus on truth and reconciliation. Each province will host free, virtual events highlighting community justice work in...

In 2018, the Parliament of Canada officially recognized October as Latin American Heritage Month in recognition of the significant contributions that Latin American communities have made to the social, economic, political and cultural fabric of Canada. Canadians of Latin American descent enhance the cultural mosaic in Canada through their artistic and culinary traditions, as well...

In recognition of International Women’s Day on March 8, 2021, the Law Society launched a mentorship initiative where women in the legal profession mentor and support other women in the profession. To help make this a success, the Law Society is calling on all women lawyers to consider volunteering some of their time to help...

Beginning October 6, 2021, persons in Canada wishing to make a claim for refugee protection (with or without the assistance of a representative) can create a secure CRPP account, complete a questionnaire and submit supporting documents, including their completed basis of claim form, online. After October 6th, the CRPP will be the primary means of...

With more than three million people across Canada, Canadians of German origin make up one of the country’s largest cultural communities. In fact, outside Germany, the largest Oktoberfest is in Kitchener, Ontario (formerly Berlin) and surrounding cities in Waterloo Region, attracting over 700,000 visitors annually. It seems fitting that October is recognized as German Heritage Month – a...