Canadian Justice System
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SCO survey to examine First Nations involvement with justice system in ManitobaThe Southern Chiefs' Organization (SCO) said Tuesday that it's conducting a survey to address the overrepresentation of First Nations, Métis and Inuit people in the justice system.CanadaNov 22, 2022
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Quebec justice minister vows no more shadow trials as feds express concernA criminal trial in Quebec was kept off the court docket. The identity of the judge, the parties and even the date and place where it took place were kept secret.CanadaMar 31, 2022
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Canadian senator hopes for bill’s fast passage to give jurors mental health supportThe 'jury secrecy' law prevents jurors from discussing any part of deliberations with anyone, making it difficult for them to access mental health support.PoliticsNov 25, 2021
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New trial ordered for former Quebec judge convicted of first-degree murderCanada's federal justice minister is ordering a new trial for Jacques Delisle, a former Quebec Superior Court judge who was convicted of first-degree murder.CanadaApr 7, 2021
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Colten Boushie’s family calls for justice on Stanley acquittal anniversaryColten Boushie's mother and cousin screened a documentary showcasing how, they say, the justice system failed them.CanadaFeb 9, 2020
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Introducing ‘Wait, There’s More,’ a new podcast from Global NewsEvery weekday afternoon, we will bring you a fresh episode just in time for your commute home.CanadaJun 10, 2019
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Roy Green: Make child killers paySince 1971, Canada's policy has been to rehabilitate, not protect society. Roy Green has some thoughts about that.Sep 28, 2018
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Vigil held in Fredericton honours Boushie family, highlights need for changeA vigil was held outside Fredericton city hall on Monday night as a show of solidarity for Colten Boushie's family, and to highlight systemic problems across the country.CanadaFeb 13, 2018
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Under Ontario private member’s bill, you could be forced to hire Jian GhomeshiUnder the proposed law, an employer would be discriminating against Ghomeshi by denying him a job based on information that is completely factual. That is wrong.CommentaryNov 3, 2017
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Pilot project aims to provide support for N.S. veterans facing incarcerationThe Veterans Justice Outreach Initiative is set to get underway in Nova Scotia to provide additional support to veterans who come in contact with the criminal justice system.CanadaMay 4, 2017
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