Quebec seeks to block access to non-government online gambling sites
Publication: Toronto Star
Michael Geist, Common Law Section, comments on Bill 74, which includes a provision that seeks to force Internet service providers to block Quebecer’s access to online gambling sites that aren’t approved by the government. “I think the (Quebec) government doesn’t understand the Internet and frankly doesn’t understand the importance of an open and free Internet.”
Michael Geist, Section de common law, commente le projet de loi 74, qui inclut une disposition qui cherche à forcer les fournisseurs d'internet à bloquer l'accès aux sites de jeu en ligne qui ne sont pas approuvés par le gouvernement. « Je crois que le gouvernement (québécois) ne comprend pas l'internet et ne comprend vraiment pas l'importance d'avoir un internet accessible et gratuit. »
Canada's spy agencies looking to work together more, say top secret documents
Publication: Toronto Star
Craig Forcese, Common Law Section, analyses the collaboration between Canada’s two main spy agencies.
Ghomeshi verdict was fair
Publication: Toronto Star
Blair Crew, Common Law Section, comments the Jian Ghomeshi trial verdict. “Delayed disclosure of evidence and the credibility of the witnesses were key in the case.”
Justice on campus
Publication: The Globe and Mail
Constance Backhouse, Common Law Section, comments the rate of resolved complaints of harassment or discrimination through formal investigations.
Jody Wilson-Raybould: The justice minister without precedent
Publication: The Globe and Mail
Adam Dodek, Common Law Section, comments on the challenges Jody Wilson-Raybould will face as Canada’s new Justice Minister. “Expectations have never been so high for a minister of justice.”
Conference with links to Liberals gets money from Trudeau government
Publication: CTV News
Amir Attaran, Common Law Section, comments on the federal government funding for groups that want to influence public policy.
Will next Supreme Court justice come from Atlantic Canada?
Publication: CTV News
Adam Dodek, Common Law Section, outlines what the federal government will prioritize when choosing the next Supreme Court of Canada justice.
Easier pre-crime arrest procedures are criticized
Publication: CBC News
Craig Forcese, Common Law Section, discusses police use of an anti-terrorism provision in Bill C-51 that makes it easier for them to arrest people who haven't committed any crime. 'I think you need a measure that allows law enforcement to exercise some control over an individual on a standard that's short of the criminal law standard required for an arrest and prosecution.'
Broadbent Conference: Future of TPP still in Washington's hands
Publication: iPolitics
Michael Geist, Common Law Section, discusses the Trans Pacific Partnership.