PPSC Deskbook updated with Truth and Reconciliation Commission recommendations
Press Release Ottawa – May 17, 2019 – The Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) announced changes today to the “Decision to Prosecute” chapter of the PPSC Deskbook in response…
The IBA is Proud to recognize IBA Member Tina Dion on her appointment to the bench.
Press Release The Indigenous Bar Association is Proud to recognize IBA Member Tina Dion on her appointment to the bench. JudgeTina Dion, a member of Kehewin Cree Nation, was appointed…
The IBA is proud to recognize long-time IBA Member Evelyn J. Baxter on her appointment to the bench.
Press Release The Indigenous Bar Association is proud to recognize long-time IBA Member Evelyn J. Baxter on her appointment to the bench. Justice Baxter is a member of Marten Falls…
Government of Canada hosts a symposium on Indigenous justice systems
Press Release May 15, 2019 – Gatineau, Quebec – Department of Justice Canada The Government of Canada is renewing its relationship with Indigenous peoples, based on the recognition of rights,…
Prime Minister announces advisory board to select the next Supreme Court justice
Press Release May 15, 2019 The Government of Canada is committed to appointing Supreme Court of Canada Justices in a way that is transparent, inclusive, and accountable to Canadians. That…
B.C. appoints three new provincial court judges
Press Release May 10, 2019 VICTORIA – The Government of British Columbia is appointing three new provincial court judges to support the judiciary with the resources needed to continue providing…
UBCIC: Joint Statement of Coalition for the Human Rights of Indigenous Peoples
UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues Eighteenth Session Friday, April 26, 2019 Agenda Item 10: 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Speaker: Haana Edenshaw Joint Statement of Coalition for the Human…
PPSC: New Report Released on Prevention of Wrongful Convictions
Press Release Ottawa – April 25, 2019 – A comprehensive new report on what police and prosecutors can do to prevent wrongful convictions, entitled “Innocence at Stake: The Need for…
BCAFN Regional Chief Terry Teegee Statement on the Defeat of Bill S-215, An Act to Amend the Criminal Code (Sentencing for Violent Offences Against Aboriginal Women)
Press Release (Lheidli T’enneh Territory, Prince George, BC – April 18, 2019) – BC Assembly of First Nations Regional Chief Terry Teegee released the following statement regarding the defeat of…
UFCW attends Indigenous Rights lobby day on Parliament Hill
Press Release Ottawa – April 15, 2019 – Representatives from UFCW Canada’s National Office and Local Unions recently joined labour activists from across the country for an Indigenous Rights lobby…
