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Demystifying Immigrating to Canada

A good ten minute overview of immigrating to Canada. Video credit: Citizenship and Immigration CanadaYou'd think it would be simple. You send in some personal details. The government looks them over. Then gives you a yea or a nay. But life always seems to be a bit more complicated than it shoul... Read more »

Do I Qualify for Legal Aid? And What Are My Options if I Don't Qualify?

Photo credit: Philippines Legal AidMost Canadians have heard of legal aid. Most don't know what it covers, or who can benefit from it, unless they've been put in the position of really needing a lawyer but had difficulty affording one. Official "full service" legal aid where your own personal lawyer... Read more »

Don't forget to enter my book giveaway! You have until April 30th. Read more »

Yes, Even Law Blogs Can Have Contests!

Announcing the first ever Public Law Advocacy Blog contest! The one you've all been waiting for! I see other mostly non-law blogs have these great give aways, so I thought - why not my blog?The rules are simple. Anytime prior to the 30th of April, 2012, you will automatically be entered if you both... Read more »

Do I Need a Lawyer for a Professional Discipline Hearing?

Photo credit: Lis Feria, 2012.It's common to think of getting a lawyer to represent you when faced with criminal or civil court proceedings. The stakes are high, the rules of procedure and evidence complicated, so a lawyer seems the natural choice. But what about hearings that aren't in a court of l... Read more »