Law Society of Saskatchewan Archives for Access to Justice
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November 4, 2024
Invitation to Shape Next Steps Associated with Creating a Seat at the Table: Reflections from Women in Law and Dear Beth … A Women in Law Podcast
From Centre for Research, Evaluation, and Action Towards Equal Justice (CREATE Justice) The University of Saskatchewan Behavioural Research Ethics Board has approved an online survey aimed at capturing the impact of two related Centre for Research, Evaluation, and Action Towards Equal Justice (CREATE Justice) projects: Creating a Seat at the Table: Reflections from Women in Law (the book); and Dear...
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October 23, 2024
Access to Justice Week Infographic: Accessing Legal Information in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan’s population relies on access to legal information to meaningfully navigate the legal system and access justice. Critical studies, like the Saskatchewan Legal Needs Assessment, reinforce this ongoing need as a top five legal need. Of those people living in Saskatchewan who take action to resolve a legal problem, we know that 40% will search the Internet for legal information....
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October 21, 2024
Free Webinar on Gladue Report Submissions in Saskatchewan
As part of the annual Access to Justice Week in Saskatchewan, the Law Society of Saskatchewan is hosting a free webinar titled Focus on Gladue: Gladue Report Submissions in Saskatchewan. This informative session will take place on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, from 12:00 - 1:00 pm. Attendees will hear from experienced lawyers and learn about preparing effective Gladue submissions for...
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October 15, 2024
Saskatchewan Access to Justice Week 2024
The ninth annual Saskatchewan Access to Justice Week will be held from October 28 to November 2, 2024, and the theme is Increasing Impact: Collaboration, Change, and Capacity Building. This week-long event is part of a nationwide initiative to create a more inclusive legal system by fostering awareness, education, and community engagement. Various in-person and virtual sessions are open to...
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October 3, 2024
Free Law Fair Events in Regina and Saskatoon
The Regina Public Library and Saskatoon Public Library are hosting free “Law Fair” events during Saskatchewan Access to Justice Week to connect people with free legal information, assistance, and support. Attend to acquire legal knowledge and to broaden awareness of legal rights and responsibilities! Attendees can look forward to a day filled with informative presentations, free one-on-one consultations, and direction to legal...
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July 10, 2024
Free Legal Information: Law Librarian On-Site in Regina and Saskatoon
Are you experiencing a legal issue or know of someone experiencing a legal issue? Learning about the law is a good starting point. Legal information can help better understand the law and identify a range of legal options. Stop by the Regina Public Library and Saskatoon Public Library for free legal information in the Summer and Fall of 2024. On-site...
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October 19, 2023
Free Law Fair Events in Regina and Saskatoon
By Alan Kilpatrick, on behalf of the Regina and Saskatoon law fair planning committees The Regina Public Library and Saskatoon Public Library are hosting free “Law Fair” events during Saskatchewan Access to Justice Week to connect people with free legal information, assistance, and support. Attend to acquire legal knowledge and to broaden awareness of legal rights and responsibilities! Attendees can...
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October 10, 2023
Free Family Law Help is Now Available in Battleford this Fall!
Are you in need of help resolving a family law problem? Do you need guidance with court forms or legal processes? Are you curious about alternative options to going to court? The Family Law Information Centre, in collaboration with the Law Society, offers free one-on-one assistance to individuals navigating the Saskatchewan legal system. Our team of experienced volunteers will be...
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October 4, 2023
Data-Informed Insights to Enhance Access to Justice
Legal practitioners, stakeholders, and individuals will join province-wide from October 23-27, 2023 to observe the fourth annual National and eighth annual Saskatchewan Access to Justice Week. This year, the national theme is the “10 Year Anniversary of Canada’s Justice Development Goals”. Provincially there will also be an emphasis on inclusivity and data-informed change aimed at engaging new and diverse voices...
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October 3, 2023
Save the Date: Saskatchewan Access to Justice Week (October 23-27)
The eighth annual Saskatchewan Access to Justice Week is October 23-27, 2023. Please plan to join us for an empowering week of awareness, education, and action as we celebrate ten years of actively promoting access to justice! Access to Justice Week is a nationwide initiative that promotes equal access to legal services, fosters a fair and inclusive legal system, and...
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