Law Society of Saskatchewan Archives for SK A2J Week
Law Society of Saskatchewan Archives for SK A2J Week
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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 6, 2023
Upcoming A2J Week Highlight: An Invitation to Join Us in the Launch of “Creating a Seat” Book and “Dear Beth… A Women in Law Podcast”
From Brea Lowenberger, Leah Howie, and Beth Bilson, K.C The 8th Annual Saskatchewan Access to Justice Week emphasizes inclusivity and data-informed change. Increasing and documenting success stories and challenges related to equity, diversity, inclusivity, and belonging of justice sector professionals is an essential aspect of improving access to justice. “Creating a Seat at the Table: Reflections from Women in Law” did...
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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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October 28, 2022
Pro Bono Stories – Part 5
Pro Bono Stories To celebrate Access to Justice Week, each day of the week Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan (PBLS) is sharing stories from our volunteers. All the volunteers featured this week are in-house counsel or work for the government. PBLS volunteers directly support low-income people in Saskatchewan who would otherwise not be able to access a lawyer. Nicole Hamm Legal...
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October 27, 2022
Pro Bono Stories – Part 4
To celebrate Access to Justice Week, each day of the week Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan (PBLS) is sharing stories from our volunteers. All the volunteers featured this week are in-house counsel or work for the government. PBLS volunteers directly support low-income people in Saskatchewan who would otherwise not be able to access a lawyer. Andrew Gaucher Co-operators Group Limited Volunteering...
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October 26, 2022
Pro Bono Stories – Part 3
To celebrate Access to Justice Week, each day of the week Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan (PBLS) is sharing stories from our volunteers. All the volunteers featured this week are in-house counsel or work for the government. PBLS volunteers directly support low-income people in Saskatchewan who would otherwise not be able to access a lawyer. Nicole Sarauer, Member of the Legislative...
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October 25, 2022
Pro Bono Stories – Part 2
To celebrate Access to Justice Week, each day of the week Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan (PBLS) is sharing stories from our volunteers. All the volunteers featured this week are in-house counsel or work for the government. PBLS volunteers directly support low-income people in Saskatchewan who would otherwise not be able to access a lawyer. Sonne Udemgba, Financial and Consumer Affairs...
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