Ian Greene

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Legal Rights

Legal Rights

From: The Charter of Rights and Freedoms

The Supreme Court’s controversial decision to strike down Canada’s abortion law is reviewed in chapter 5, which centres on the “legal rights” sections of the Charter. Also … 72 $7.20 Add
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Edmonton to Vancouver

Edmonton to Vancouver

From: Beverley McLachlin

An overview of McLachlin’s university studies and her early career in law. Takes you through her time at the University of Alberta and the University of British Columbia. A brief overview … ; 24 $2.40 Add
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The Historical Impact of the McLachlin Court

The Historical Impact of the McLachlin Court

From: Beverley McLachlin

An assessment of the supreme court’s impact during the years of McLachlin’s leadership. Discusses some of the key decisions the supreme court made during these years. ; 35 $3.50 Add
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Money in Politics

Money in Politics

The Ethics of Election Finance Regulation and Expense Claims Oversight

From: Honest Politics Now

Examines attempts by federal and provincial governments, dating from the 1970s, to constrain undue influence by both publicizing and placing limits on campaign contributions and fundraisers. … ; ; 28 $2.80 Add
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Preface

Preface

From: The Charter of Rights and Freedoms

Provides the background of the author, proviced an overview of the arguments and content presented in each chapter 7 $0.70 Add
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Preface to the New Edition

Preface to the New Edition

From: Honest Politics Now

Discusses ethics in politics and the effects of various forms of political corruption on democracy. ; 8 $0.80 Add
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Profile of the Judiciary
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Profile of the Judiciary

From: The Federal Court of Appeal and the Federal Court

This chapter offers a profile of the judiciary by examining interviews with current and retired judges and prothonotaries of the Federal Court and the Federal Court of Appeal and their observations. 29 $2.90 Add
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Dissident in Search of Consensus

Dissident in Search of Consensus

From: Beverley McLachlin

Addresses McLachlin’s role in transforming the way the Supreme Court approach to making decisions. Explains how, under McLachlin’s leadership, the Court became more consensual and … ; 24 $2.40 Add
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The Charter

The Charter

From: The Charter of Rights and Freedoms

In chapter 2, the events leading to the creation of the Charter are summarized, and the links between the Charter and other human rights legislation (such as the Bill of Rights) are pointed out. … 47 $4.70 Add
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The Charter and Human Rights

The Charter and Human Rights

From: The Charter of Rights and Freedoms

The concluding chapter assesses the effect of the Charter and s. 35 on the general respect for human rights in Canada. It argues that while the Charter itself may have had only limited success in … 24 $2.40 Add
The Federal Court of Appeal and the Federal Court
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The Federal Court of Appeal and the Federal Court

50 Years of History

The Federal Court of Appeal and Federal Court are unique among Canada’s courts because they are itinerant — they hear cases in all parts of Canada — as well as being bilingual … ; ; ; 682 View
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The Fundamental Freedoms

The Fundamental Freedoms

From: The Charter of Rights and Freedoms

Chapter 3 focuses on the section of the Charter that encompasses the “fundamental freedoms”: freedom of religion, expression, assembly, and association. The Supreme Court’s … 71 $7.10 Add
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To the Centre Chair - McLachlin and the Chief Justice

To the Centre Chair – McLachlin and the Chief Justice

From: Beverley McLachlin

An overview of how and why Beverley McLachlin was named Canada’s first female chief justice. Explains the significance of the decision and provides an analysis of the responsiblities of the … ; 21 $2.10 Add
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McLachlin on the Supreme Court: 1989-2000

McLachlin on the Supreme Court: 1989-2000

From: Beverley McLachlin

Describes McLachlin’s career as an associate justice on the Supreme Court between 1989 and 2000. Analyses the key decisions, issues and debates that surrounded the court at that time. ; 32 $3.20 Add
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Why Ethical Politics is Essential

Why Ethical Politics is Essential

From: Honest Politics Now

Discusses some key proposals for new and/or stronger institutionalized supports for ethical conduct. ; 23 $2.30 Add