Articles 2020

The author explains why, in his view, Canada is overdue for a robust public debate about the circumstances in which using the notwithstanding clause is legitimate.

When virtual care is limited to family physicians who also see patients in person, there is a disparate impact on those seeking gender-affirming care who cannot access services vital to their health and well-being locally.

This article provides an overview of the "Trans Inclusion and Access to Justice" Workshop led by Lee Nevens (DOJ) during the Association of Law Officers of the Crown's ("ALOC") 2022 Educational Conference.

This article summarizes Johnson v Ontario, 2022 ONCA 725, in which the court held that a class member seeking to opt out late must show excusable neglect and that the extension will not prejudice the class, the defendant, or the administration of justice.

The ADR Section Executive is back for another great year of CPD, networking events, mentorship events, and arguing for increased use of ADR processes in the legal field.

A comparison of the "strong mayor" system to the "weak mayor" system, providing an overview of the changes introduced by the Strong Mayors, Building Homes Act, 2022. Topics discussed include how the system will apply in Toronto and Ottawa, potential application to other municipalities, strong mayor powers such as budget, hiring and veto powers, council override powers, immunity, and delegation. The authors also consider whether or not this system can deliver on the Province's intended goals.