In All Fairness is a Canadian Institute for the Administration of Justice podcast channel welcoming representatives from the legal community and exploring how we can all contribute to improving the administration of justice in Canada. Legal professionals will benefit from informed discussions on key issues, essential knowledge and insights to strengthen their practice. En toute justice est une série de balados de l'Institut canadien d'administration de la justice qui donne la parole à différents acteurs du milieu juridique, pour explorer comment nous pouvons tous contribuer à une meilleure administration de la justice au Canada. Les membres de la communauté juridique y trouveront des propos éclairés sur des enjeux clés, des informations essentielles et des conseils judicieux pour enrichir leur pratique.
What happens when Canadian judges travel abroad to share their expertise — and what do they bring back? In this episode, Christine O'Doherty (Lawyer & CIAJ's Executive Director) welcomes The Honourable Justice Carole A. Beaton (Nova Scotia Court of Appeal), to discuss her involvement in the Technical Assistance Partnership Project – Federal Judicial Affairs Canada (TAP-FJA). The two sat down together in Armenia in May 2026, on the sidelines of the mission, to record this conversation. Drawing from her exchanges with local judges and court officials, Justice Beaton reflects on the importance of judicial independence, the value of cross-jurisdictional dialogue, and Canada's role in supporting justice reform abroad. She also shares what motivates her participation in these missions and how this experience has shaped her perspective on international judicial cooperation. A thoughtful and inspiring conversation at the intersection of judicial expertise and international cooperation. This project is part of the Technical Assistance Partnership supported by Global Affairs Canada. Guest The Honourable Justice Carole A. Beaton , Nova Scotia Court of Appeal Host Christine O'Doherty , Lawyer & Executive Director, CIAJ
Ne pas connaître ses droits revient souvent à en être privé. Et ne pas les comprendre, c'est, au fond, se retrouver dans la même situation. Alors entre le droit et les personnes qu'il est censé protéger, une question demeure : comment rendre cette information réellement accessible? Parmi les réponses possibles, le langage clair s'impose comme un levier d'accessibilité. Dans cet épisode, Me Christine O'Doherty, directrice générale de l'ICAJ, s'entretient avec Élisabeth Routhier, Ph. D., directrice des projets spéciaux à l'ICAJ et experte du langage clair, pour explorer un enjeu à la croisée du social, du politique et du juridique. Ensemble, elles décortiquent ce que signifie concrètement écrire en langage clair, la manière dont cette approche — enseignée à l'ICAJ — peut transformer les communications juridiques, ainsi que les résistances et préjugés qui persistent encore dans le milieu. Une réflexion sur une responsabilité partagée : celle de rendre le droit réellement compréhensible et accessible à toutes et tous. Invitée Élisabeth Routhier , Ph. D., directrice des projets spéciaux et experte du langage clair, ICAJ Animatrice Me Christine O'Doherty , directrice générale, ICAJ
Universal accessibility should be the norm — so why does it remain the exception? In this episode, Sarah Rowe, Legal Counsel at CIAJ, speaks with the Honourable Justice Joshua B. Hawkes of the Court of Appeal of Alberta about the lived realities of people with disabilities within the justice system and the legal profession. Drawing on his own experience as a person living with a disability, Justice Hawkes reflects on the biases, institutional barriers, and day-to-day challenges faced in environments rarely designed with all realities in mind. Together, they explore what accessibility truly means — not only in theory, but in practice — and consider how lived experience can reshape our understanding of inclusion, equity, and the role of institutions. Guest The Honourable Justice Joshua B. Hawkes , Court of Appeal of Alberta Host Sarah Rowe , Legal Counsel, CIAJ
When courts listen, justice systems can begin to change. Hosted by Christine O'Doherty, Lawyer and CIAJ Executive Director, this episode features Dr. Jhoel Escudero, President of the Constitutional Court of Ecuador, in the context of the Technical Assistance Partnership (TAP) Project led by Federal Judicial Affairs Canada. Dr. Jhoel Escudero discusses why the TAP Project was timely for Ecuador's justice system and how sustained dialogue with Indigenous communities has shaped institutional understanding. The discussion touches on the constitutional recognition of Indigenous justice, the challenges courts face in harmonizing legal systems, and the impact of unprecedented consultations bringing together judges, Indigenous leaders, and justice actors. Reflections from Dr. Jhoel Escudero's visit to Canada and his participation in international conversations on democracy and judicial independence round out the episode. Guest Dr. Jhoel Escudero , President of the Constitutional Court of Ecuador Host Christine O'Doherty , Lawyer & Executive Director, CIAJ About the Technical Assistance Partnership Project (TAP): Global Affairs Canada's Technical Assistance Partnership Project (TAP) , is designed to deploy Canadian experts from a range of disciplines to provide technical assistance to developing countries. The Office of the Commissioner for Federal Judicial Affairs (FJA) is one of the Canadian government agencies with an international development project under TAP. Under TAP, FJA engages with up to three countries per year for a one-year program of capacity building for judicial institutions. This mechanism allows Canada to use the experience in our judicial system to respond to requests for technical assistance made through Canadian missions abroad. Technical assistance is provided in response to needs expressed by partner countries, but in alignment with Canada's international development priorities, including the strengthening of gender equality and the protection of human rights. More information
L'IA s'invite désormais dans les salles d'audience et les cabinets d'avocats. Mais comment fonctionne-t-elle réellement ? Quels sont ses usages concrets, de la recherche juridique à la gestion documentaire ? Peut-elle améliorer l'accès à la justice ou créera-t-elle de nouvelles inégalités ? Dans ce 4ᵉ épisode de la série « Dans l'angle mort », l'honorable juge Simon Ruel s'entretient avec Catherine Régis, professeure titulaire à la Faculté de droit de Université de Montréal, pour explorer l'arrivée de l'IA dans le système judiciaire. Entre promesses d'efficacité et risques pour l'indépendance judiciaire, la transparence et les valeurs fondamentales de la justice, cet épisode offre un éclairage essentiel sur un enjeu qui redéfinit l'avenir du droit. APERÇU DE LA SÉRIE Dans l'angle mort Une série de balados de la chaîne En Toute Justice de l'ICAJ À l'heure où les grands enjeux juridiques dépassent les salles d'audience, Dans l'angle mort propose une plongée au cœur des tensions, transitions et transformations qui façonnent le droit contemporain et le système de justice. Animée par le juge Simon Ruel, cette série donne la parole à des avocats, juges, universitaires et experts pour explorer des enjeux systémiques, comme l'indépendance judiciaire, l'intelligence artificielle et le système de justice, le litige stratégique et le contentieux climatique, ou encore les médias sociaux. Chaque épisode de 45 à 50 minutes croise expériences de terrain, perspectives théoriques et préoccupations sociales, dans un format accessible et rigoureux. Ensemble, nous scrutons les angles morts du droit – ces zones d'ombre où se jouent les grands équilibres de notre système juridique et démocratique. Épisode 1 | Dans l'angle mort de la justice pénale internationale – Aux confins des enjeux géopolitiques (invité: Me Philippe Larochelle) Épisode 2 | Dans l'angle mort – Le pouvoir judiciaire, un géant aux pieds d'argile? (invités: Shana Chaffai-Parent et Jacques Chamberland) Épisode 3 | Dans l'angle mort – Le litige climatique sous l'angle des droits de la personne (invitée: Maud Sarlieve) Épisode 4 | Dans l'angle mort – L'intelligence artificielle et la justice (invitée: Catherine Régis)
Finland, renowned for being the happiest country in the world, has addressed homelessness head-on through a human rights-based approach to housing. Under the Finnish "Housing First" approach, everyone is entitled to a settled place to live, regardless of life circumstances. This system moves away from the goal of making people experiencing homelessness "housing ready," and toward supportive housing units with normal leases and tenancy agreements. In the fourth episode of this series, host Sarah Rowe is joined by Juha Kahila, Head of International Affairs at Y-Foundation, one of the key national developers of the Housing First principle in Finland. Juha explains why his country chose to adopt this approach, how their housing services provide dignified support to residents, and what other jurisdictions can do to decrease the rate and severity of homelessness in their population. Guest Juha Kahila , Head of International Affairs, Y-Säätiö (Y-Foundation) Host Sarah Rowe , Legal Counsel, Canadian Institute for the Administration of Justice (CIAJ)
Guaranteeing the right to housing on its own misses a key overlapping concern: whether the housing is actually accessible. Despite the federal government's goal of achieving a barrier-free Canada by 2040, many people continue to face barriers in securing housing that meets their accessibility needs and are twice as likely to live in core housing need. In the third episode of this series, host Sarah Rowe is joined by Marie-Josée Houle, Canada's first Federal Housing Advocate, and Stephanie Chipeur, who holds the Azrieli Accelerator Professorship in Law & Disability Policy at the University of Calgary's Faculty of Law and the School of Public Policy. Together, they discuss the right to adequate housing that is accessible, adaptable, and visitable for people with disabilities, seniors, and other equity-deserving groups. Guests Stephanie Chipeur , Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law & School of Public Policy, University of Calgary Marie-Josée Houle , Federal Housing Advocate Host Sarah Rowe , Legal Counsel, Canadian Institute for the Administration of Justice (CIAJ)
In 2019, the Canadian government recognized housing as a fundamental human right through the National Housing Strategy Act; however, in the years that have followed, housing affordability has only worsened for low- to moderate-income households. While this Act requires the federal government to address homelessness and core housing need, Canadian housing policies continue to benefit primarily those seeking profit and returns on investment. In this second episode, host Sarah Rowe is joined by lawyer Michèle Biss, Executive Director of the National Right to Housing Network, and political economist Ricardo Tranjan, senior researcher with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. Together, they discuss the impact of financialization and the importance of implementing both social housing and rent controls to ensure that our housing system protects the most vulnerable. Guest Michèle Biss , Executive Director, National Right to Housing Network Ricardo Tranjan , Ph.D., Senior Researcher, Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives Host Sarah Rowe , Legal Counsel, Canadian Institute for the Administration of Justice (CIAJ) SERIES OVERVIEW Left Out in the Cold A podcast series from CIAJ's In All Fairness channel Over the past several years, housing has emerged as a hot-button issue in Canadian discourse. How is affordability defined? Why are Indigenous peoples more likely to lack adequate housing? Is housing policy adequately addressing accessibility needs? Left Out in the Cold aims to answer these and other questions over the course of this series. Hosted by Sarah Rowe, Legal Counsel at CIAJ, this series features conversations with legal and policy experts and community advocates on issues facing the Canadian housing sector. Each episode balances conversations about high-level legislative frameworks with the on-the-ground realities of everyday Canadians. Join us in these conversations as we try to root out the causes of housing insecurity in this country. Episode 1 | Left Out in the Cold – Barriers to Adequate Housing and How Indigenous Housing Organizations are Filling the Gaps (Guests: Justin Marchand & Margaret Pfoh) Episode 2 | Left Out in the Cold – Advancing the Right to Housing while Financialization Pulls the Strings (Guests: Michèle Biss & Ricardo Tranjan)
Artificial intelligence is reshaping legal education — but is it a powerful learning tool or a shortcut that weakens critical thinking? In this episode, Host David Lazzam speaks with Dean Trevor Farrow (Dean and Professor at Osgoode Hall Law School) about the growing use of AI in law schools. Together, they explore the tension between innovation and academic integrity, the fear of overreliance, and the responsibility of legal institutions to prepare students for a profession where AI is already part of daily practice. CONFERENCE Artificial Intelligence and the Law In March 2026, CIAJ will hold a national conference on artificial intelligence and justice. This event will build on the reflections of the roundtables held in 2025, enriched by the perspectives of the various stakeholders consulted. It will aim to formulate concrete recommendations to guide the use of AI in the Canadian justice system. This conference will be a unique opportunity to assess the current state of affairs, share best practices, highlight grey areas and explore future avenues compatible with the fundamental values of the justice system. It may also contribute to the development of a pan-Canadian framework on the ethical, legal and technical issues raised by AI. Date: March 30-31, 2026 Location: Toronto, ON REGISTER
Les changements climatiques deviennent un enjeu central de droits humains. Dans ce 3ᵉ épisode, l'honorable juge Simon Ruel s'entretient avec Maud Sarlieve, responsable du Secrétariat du Forum de recherche sur le climat (Programme de droit durable d'Oxford), sur la montée du contentieux climatique et ses tensions avec la séparation des pouvoirs. Ensemble, ils explorent des affaires emblématiques : Urgenda aux Pays-Bas, les Aînées pour le climat en Suisse, les jeunes plaignants du Montana, ainsi que l'avis consultatif historique de la Cour internationale de justice en 2025. Quel rôle pour les tribunaux face à l'inaction climatique des États et des entreprises ? Une conversation essentielle au croisement du droit, de la justice et du climat. Invitée Maud Sarlieve , Responsable du Secrétariat du Climate Research Forum, Oxford Sustainable Law Programme Animateur L'honorable Simon Ruel , juge à la Cour d'appel du Québec L'environnement et le droit : Protéger ou développer, faut-il choisir? Participez à la conférence annuelle 2025 de l'ICAJ intitulée « L'environnement et le droit: Protéger ou développer, faut-il choisir? » (du 28 au 30 octobre 2025 à Vancouver, C.-B., et en ligne ). Notre conférence annuelle mettra en lumière les dilemmes entre la nécessité de protéger l'environnement et celle de soutenir le développement économique. Comment concilier les exigences de la protection des ressources avec celles du développement ? Entre les perspectives des communautés autochtones et celles des Canadiens, les questions de justice et de durabilité sont pressantes. CONSULTER LE PROGRAMME COMPLET Participez aux discussions et donnez votre avis dans le cadre d'un programme dynamique d'ateliers interactifs, de tables rondes inspirantes et de débats stimulants. S'INSCRIRE
Online harassment of political figures in Canada is on the rise. Nearly half of campaign-related tweets are uncivil or abusive, discouraging diverse candidates and eroding trust in democracy. In this episode, Host Anthony Giroux (L aw Student at the University of Montreal ) speaks with Sabreena Delhon (CEO of the Samara Centre for Democracy) and Dr. Heidi Tworek (Canada Research Chair and Professor of History and Public Policy at the University of British Columbia). Together, they explore how disinformation, targeted and identity-based harassment, and algorithm-driven amplification are reshaping democratic participation in Canada. The discussion examines the specific challenges faced by women, racialized, and 2SLGBTQ+ candidates, the role of bots and foreign influence in spreading abuse, and the constitutional tension between free expression and curbing online hate. Delhon explains how SAMbot tracks toxic discourse during elections, while both guests reflect on solutions—from party protocols and platform moderation to policy reforms and community-driven responses—that could help safeguard trust, representation, and inclusion in Canadian democracy. Guests Sabreena Delhon , Chief Executive Officer, Samara Centre for Democracy Dr. Heidi Tworek , Canada Research Chair and Professor of History and Public Policy, University of British Columbia Host Anthony Giroux , Law Student, Faculty of Law, University of Montreal Ready to explore the future of our democracies ? From podcast to panel: Following their powerful conversation in this episode, both Dr. Heidi Tworek and Sabreena Delhon will also be joining us as speakers at the upcoming conference on Democracy, the Rule of Law, and Independence . Dr. Tworek will contribute to Panel 2, and Sabreena Delhon to Panel 4. Join us for our conference on Democracy, the Rule of Law, and Independence: November 18–20, 2025 Ottawa & Online A must-attend event for collective reflection on the threats facing our democratic institutions, alongside leading figures from the legal and intellectual spheres, including The Right Honourable Richard Wagner, P.C., Chief Justice of Canada, and Jason Stanley. DETAILS AND REGISTRATION
This episode of In All Fairness looks at Canada's new anti-greenwashing provisions under the Competition Act, which came into effect in June 2024. Host Ariane Savard is joined by Chris Russill (Carleton University, Re.Climate) and Julien O. Beaulieu (Imperial College London, University of Sherbrooke), to discuss the evolving definition of greenwashing, the role of the Competition Bureau, and the burden of proof now placed on companies. Together, they explore recent cases, potential sanctions, and the broader implications for public trust, corporate accountability, and climate justice in Canada. Guests Julien O. Beaulieu , Doctoral Researcher in environmental policy research, Centre for Environmental Policy, Imperial College London Chris Russill , Associate Professor (School of Journalism and Communication) and Academic Director (Re.Climate), Carleton University Host Ariane Savard , Law Student, Faculty of Law, Université de Montréal Environment and the Law: Protect or Develop—Is There a Choice? Join CIAJ's 2025 Annual Conference Environment and the Law: Protect or Develop—Is There a Choice? ( October 28-30, 2025 in Vancouver, BC & Online) . Our annual conference will highlight the dilemmas between the need to protect the environment and the necessity to support economic development. How can we reconcile the demands of resource protection with those of development?Between the perspectives of Indigenous communities and those of Canadians, questions of justice and sustainability are pressing. VIEW FULL PROGRAM Join in the discussions and have your say in a dynamic program of interactive workshops, inspiring panels and stimulating debates. REGISTER
Protégé par la Constitution mais vulnérable aux pressions politiques, médiatiques et sociales, le pouvoir judiciaire ressemble parfois à un « géant aux pieds d'argile ». Dans ce deuxième épisode de la série Dans l'angle mort , l'honorable juge Simon Ruel discute avec Shana Chaffai-Parent, professeure adjointe à la Faculté de droit de l'Université de Montréal, et Jacques Chamberland, juge retraité de la Cour d'appel du Québec. Ensemble, ils explorent les fondements historiques et constitutionnels de l'indépendance judiciaire au Canada et ailleurs, sa raison d'être – protéger les droits fondamentaux, assurer la primauté du droit et maintenir la confiance du public – ainsi que les menaces contemporaines, allant du populisme politique aux campagnes de dénigrement. La conversation aborde aussi le rôle des médias et les critiques, légitimes ou abusives, visant les juges. Un regard éclairant sur les défis d'une justice indépendante dans nos démocraties modernes. Invités Shana Chaffai-Parent , professeure adjointe, Faculté de droit, Université de Montréal Jacques Chamberland , juge retraité de la Cour d'appel du Québec Animateur L'honorable Simon Ruel , juge à la Cour d'appel du Québec Vous souhaitez pousser plus loin la réflexion sur l'avenir de nos démocraties? Participez à notre conférence sur la Démocratie, la primauté du droit et l'indépendance : Du 18 au 20 novembre 2025 À Ottawa et en ligne Un rendez-vous incontournable pour réfléchir collectivement aux menaces qui pèsent sur nos institutions démocratiques, en compagnie de figures de premier plan du monde juridique et intellectuel, dont le très honorable Richard Wagner, C.P., juge en chef du Canada, et Jason Stanley. DÉTAILS ET INSCRIPTION APERÇU DE LA SÉRIE Dans l'angle mort Une série de balados de la chaîne En Toute Justice de l'ICAJ À l'heure où les grands enjeux juridiques dépassent les salles d'audience, Dans l'angle mort propose une plongée au cœur des tensions, transitions et transformations qui façonnent le droit contemporain et le système de justice. Animée par le juge Simon Ruel, cette série donne la parole à des avocats, juges, universitaires et experts pour explorer des enjeux systémiques, comme l'indépendance judiciaire, l'intelligence artificielle et le système de justice, le litige stratégique et le contentieux climatique, ou encore les médias sociaux. Chaque épisode de 45 à 50 minutes croise expériences de terrain, perspectives théoriques et préoccupations sociales, dans un format accessible et rigoureux. Ensemble, nous scrutons les angles morts du droit – ces zones d'ombre où se jouent les grands équilibres de notre système juridique et démocratique. Épisode 1 | Dans l'angle mort de la justice pénale internationale – Aux confins des enjeux géopolitiques (invité: Me Philippe Larochelle) Épisode 2 | Dans l'angle mort – Le pouvoir judiciaire, un géant aux pieds d'argile? (invités: Shana Chaffai-Parent et Jacques Chamberland)
Le juge Simon Ruel s'entretient avec Me Philippe Larochelle, président de l'Association du Barreau près de la Cour pénale internationale (ABCPI), pour faire le point sur la Cour pénale internationale (CPI), plus de 20 ans après sa création. Mandats d'arrêt contre des chefs d'État, accusations de politisation, enjeux de souveraineté, place des victimes, défis de la défense, écocide et preuve numérique : cet épisode explore les forces, limites et tensions d'un système de justice unique, confronté à un monde en mutation. Invité Me Philippe Larochelle , avocat et président de l'Association du Barreau près de la Cour pénale internationale (ABCPI), Larochelle Avocats Animateur L'honorable Simon Ruel , juge à la Cour d'appel du Québec APERÇU DE LA SÉRIE Dans l'angle mort Une série de balados de la chaîne En Toute Justice de l'ICAJ À l'heure où les grands enjeux juridiques dépassent les salles d'audience, Dans l'angle mort propose une plongée au cœur des tensions, transitions et transformations qui façonnent le droit contemporain et le système de justice. Animée par le juge Simon Ruel, cette série donne la parole à des avocats, juges, universitaires et experts pour explorer des enjeux systémiques, comme l'indépendance judiciaire, l'intelligence artificielle et le système de justice, le litige stratégique et le contentieux climatique, ou encore les médias sociaux. Chaque épisode de 45 à 50 minutes croise expériences de terrain, perspectives théoriques et préoccupations sociales, dans un format accessible et rigoureux. Ensemble, nous scrutons les angles morts du droit – ces zones d'ombre où se jouent les grands équilibres de notre système juridique et démocratique. Épisode 1 | Dans l'angle mort de la justice pénale internationale – Aux confins des enjeux géopolitiques (invité: Me Philippe Larochelle)
SUMMARY Due to the cumulative effects of settler colonialism and the ongoing dispossession of Indigenous lands, Indigenous peoples in Canada experience significantly higher rates of housing insecurity than the general population. Existing mental health and substance use issues further exacerbate this issue, creating a cycle of insecurity. Host Sarah Rowe is joined by Margaret Pfoh, CEO of Aboriginal Housing Management Association, and Justin Marchand, CEO of Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services, to discuss how intergenerational trauma, historical injustice, and systemic discrimination contribute to the unique barriers that Indigenous peoples face when seeking adequate housing and explain the need for culture-based housing policy. Guests Justin Marchand, Chief Executive Officer, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services (OAHS) Margaret Pfoh, Chief Executive Officer, Aboriginal Housing Management Association (AHMA) Host Sarah Rowe, Articling Clerk, Legal Aid Newfoundland and Labrador RELATED DOCUMENTATION Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services (OAHS): https://www.ontarioaboriginalhousing.ca/ Aboriginal Housing Management Association (AHMA): https://ahma-bc.org/
In this episode, CIAJ's Articling Student David Lazzam sits down with Jessyca Greenwood, Principal Lawyer at Greenwood Law, to discuss how the legal system responds to substance dependency in the workplace. Drawing from years of experience representing vulnerable clients, Jessyca explores common legal challenges, gaps in employer obligations, and the role of stigma in shaping outcomes. Together, they examine how specialized courts and diversion programs can help—or hinder—real change. From courtroom culture to systemic reform, this conversation highlights the need for compassion, accountability, and broader social supports to ensure that people struggling with addiction aren't left behind. Guest Jessyca Greenwood, Principal Lawyer at Greenwood Law (Toronto, ON) Host David Lazzam, Articling Student at the Canadian Institute for the Administration of Justice (Ottawa, ON)
Drug toxicity is a leading cause of death in Canada and around the world. Over the course of three episodes, we address three interrelated topics related to the toxic drug crisis. This final episode will review decriminalization policies in Portugal, British Columbia, and Oregon, and examine the mandatory treatment scheme in Alberta. Guests discuss how decriminalization is ineffective as a standalone policy and suggest additional resources that are needed to address the overdose crisis. Host Sarah Rowe discuss this issue and more with guests, internist and addiction specialist, Dr. Monty Ghosh, and criminal defence lawyer, Kyla Lee. This series is produced in memory of Marc Alexander O'Keefe. Guests S. Monty Ghosh, Doctor of Internal Medicine, Disaster Medicine, and Addiction Medicine; Assistant Professor, Departments of General Internal Medicine & Neurology, University of Alberta; Clinical Associate Professor, Departments of Medicine & Psychiatry, University of Calgary Kyla Lee, Vancouver Criminal Lawyer, Acumen Law Corporation Host Sarah Rowe, Articling Clerk, Legal Aid Newfoundland and Labrador The Toxic Drug Crisis Podcast Series To further explore the discussion, listen to our previous podcasts on the subject: The Toxic Drug Crisis Podcast Series: Is Harm Reduction Enough? — With guests Geoff Bardwell, Ph.D. and Craig Marshall. Host: Sarah Rowe The Toxic Drug Crisis Podcast Series: The Role of Safer Supply — With guests Gillian Kolla, PhD, MPH and Sukhpreet Klaire, MD CCFP (AM). Host: Sarah Rowe
In this episode, CIAJ's Executive Director Christine O'Doherty welcomes The Honourable Chief Justice J.C. Marc Richard (of New Brunswick) to talk about his involvement in the Technical Assistance Partnership (TAP) Project. Drawing from his experience in Mongolia and Moldova, he discusses the importance of judicial independence and ethics. He addresses questions about Canada's role in strengthening global justice, the challenges of eradicating corruption, and the value of international judicial cooperation. He reflects on what motivates his involvement and how these experiences shape his perspective on global judicial cooperation. Guests: The Honourable Chief Justice J.C. Marc Richard (of New Brunswick) Host: Christine O'Doherty, Lawyer & Executive Director, CIAJ ABOUT THE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PARTNERSHIP PROJECT (TAP): Global Affairs Canada's Technical Assistance Partnership Project (TAP) , is designed to deploy Canadian experts from a range of disciplines to provide technical assistance to developing countries. The Office of the Commissioner for Federal Judicial Affairs (FJA) is one of the Canadian government agencies with an international development project under TAP. Under TAP, FJA engages with up to three countries per year for a one-year program of capacity building for judicial institutions. This mechanism allows Canada to use the experience in our judicial system to respond to requests for technical assistance made through Canadian missions abroad. Technical assistance is provided in response to needs expressed by partner countries, but in alignment with Canada's international development priorities, including the strengthening of gender equality and the protection of human rights. More information
Nicole Sherren, a neuroscience expert and Principal Consultant at R2P Solutions, joins The Honourable P. Colleen Suche, Justice of the Court of King's Bench of Manitoba, for an engaging discussion on the profound impact of childhood adversity on brain development, mental health, and addiction. Drawing on cutting-edge research, Sherren illustrates how early adverse experiences can rewire the brain, heightening susceptibility to addiction and mental health challenges later in life. The discussion explores the pivotal role of epigenetics in fostering resilience and examines how addiction-related behaviors intersect with justice systems, particularly when impaired self-control conflicts with concepts of accountability. Together, they highlight the critical need for interdisciplinary collaboration among neuroscience, health, and justice professionals to drive effective policies and meaningful systemic reform. Let's continue the discussion! To further explore the discussion, join us at our conference on addiction, mental health and the law , to be held February 3-5, 2025 in Toronto . Come discover the complex interactions between addiction, mental health issues and the legal system, with multidisciplinary experts and Indigenous knowledge keepers. This discussion will address current challenges while gaining a comprehensive perspective on the critical issues faced by courts, law enforcement, treatment providers, policymakers, as well as communities, families, and individuals. Register now to make sure you don't miss this unique event! REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE
In this insightful conversation, host David Lazzam speaks with Gavin Cazon-Wilkes, a Legal Counsel with the Wahkohtowin Law and Governance Lodge. This episode highlights the Lodge's methodologies for uncovering Indigenous legal principles, its efforts to address addiction and mental health, and its aspirations for advancing Indigenous-led governance. Through concrete examples, Gavin demonstrates how narrative tools are reshaping the legal landscape, offering a unique perspective on integrating traditional laws with contemporary challenges. Let's continue the discussion! To further explore the discussion, join us at our our conference on addiction, mental health and the law , to be held February 3-5, 2025 in Toronto . Come discover the complex interactions between addiction, mental health issues and the legal system, with multidisciplinary experts and Indigenous knowledge keepers. This discussion will address current challenges while gaining a comprehensive perspective on the critical issues faced by courts, law enforcement, treatment providers, policymakers, as well as communities, families, and individuals. Register now to make sure you don't miss this unique event!
