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In All Fairness is a Canadian Institute for the Administration of Justice podcast channel welcoming representatives from the legal community and exploring how we can all contribute to improving the administration of justice in Canada. Legal professionals will benefit from informed discussions on key issues, essential knowledge and insights to strengthen their practice. En toute justice est une série de balados de l'Institut canadien d'administration de la justice qui donne la parole à différents acteurs du milieu juridique, pour explorer comment nous pouvons tous contribuer à une meilleure administration de la justice au Canada. Les membres de la communauté juridique y trouveront des propos éclairés sur des enjeux clés, des informations essentielles et des conseils judicieux pour enrichir leur pratique.

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  1. The TAP Project: Insights from Ecuador's Exploration of Canada's Indigenous Justice System

    EPISODE 98

    The TAP Project: Insights from Ecuador's Exploration of Canada's Indigenous Justice System

    Discover the impact of the Technical Assistance Program (TAP) through the experience of the Ecuadorian delegation at CIAJ's 2024 Symposium on Indigenous Justice System. Hosted by Christine O'Doherty, the Honourable Milton Enrique Velasquez Diaz, Justice of the National Court of Justice of Ecuador, explores how TAP facilitates exchanges between judicial experts and justice system actors, while supporting global reform efforts. This dialogue highlights lessons learned from the Canadian system on indigenous justice issues, and their relevance in an international context. ABOUT THE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PARTNERSHIP PROJECT (TAP): Global Affairs Canada's Technical Assistance Partnership Project (TAP), is designed to deploy Canadian experts from a range of disciplines to provide technical assistance to developing countries. The Office of the Commissioner for Federal Judicial Affairs (FJA) is one of the Canadian government agencies with an international development project under TAP. Under TAP, FJA engages with up to three countries per year for a one-year program of capacity building for judicial institutions. This mechanism allows Canada to use the experience in our judicial system to respond to requests for technical assistance made through Canadian missions abroad. Technical assistance is provided in response to needs expressed by partner countries, but in alignment with Canada's international development priorities, including the strengthening of gender equality and the protection of human rights. More information

    42 min
  2. Indigenous Legal Principles: Wahkohtowin Lodge's Insights on Addiction, Mental Health and Governance

    EPISODE 99

    Indigenous Legal Principles: Wahkohtowin Lodge's Insights on Addiction, Mental Health and Governance

    In this insightful conversation, host David Lazzam speaks with Gavin Cazon-Wilkes, a Legal Counsel with the Wahkohtowin Law and Governance Lodge. This episode highlights the Lodge's methodologies for uncovering Indigenous legal principles, its efforts to address addiction and mental health, and its aspirations for advancing Indigenous-led governance. Through concrete examples, Gavin demonstrates how narrative tools are reshaping the legal landscape, offering a unique perspective on integrating traditional laws with contemporary challenges. Let's continue the discussion! To further explore the discussion, join us at our our conference on addiction, mental health and the law, to be held February 3-5, 2025 in Toronto. Come discover the complex interactions between addiction, mental health issues and the legal system, with multidisciplinary experts and Indigenous knowledge keepers. This discussion will address current challenges while gaining a comprehensive perspective on the critical issues faced by courts, law enforcement, treatment providers, policymakers, as well as communities, families, and individuals. Register now to make sure you don't miss this unique event!

    42 min
  3. Reprogramming Resilience: How Childhood Adversity Shapes Mental Health and Addiction

    EPISODE 100

    Reprogramming Resilience: How Childhood Adversity Shapes Mental Health and Addiction

    Nicole Sherren, a neuroscience expert and Principal Consultant at R2P Solutions, joins The Honourable P. Colleen Suche, Justice of the Court of King's Bench of Manitoba, for an engaging discussion on the profound impact of childhood adversity on brain development, mental health, and addiction. Drawing on cutting-edge research, Sherren illustrates how early adverse experiences can rewire the brain, heightening susceptibility to addiction and mental health challenges later in life. The discussion explores the pivotal role of epigenetics in fostering resilience and examines how addiction-related behaviors intersect with justice systems, particularly when impaired self-control conflicts with concepts of accountability. Together, they highlight the critical need for interdisciplinary collaboration among neuroscience, health, and justice professionals to drive effective policies and meaningful systemic reform. Let's continue the discussion! To further explore the discussion, join us at our conference on addiction, mental health and the law, to be held February 3-5, 2025 in Toronto. Come discover the complex interactions between addiction, mental health issues and the legal system, with multidisciplinary experts and Indigenous knowledge keepers. This discussion will address current challenges while gaining a comprehensive perspective on the critical issues faced by courts, law enforcement, treatment providers, policymakers, as well as communities, families, and individuals. Register now to make sure you don't miss this unique event! REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE

    47 min
  4. The TAP Project: Chief Justice Marc Richard on Justice, Ethics, and Reform

    EPISODE 101

    The TAP Project: Chief Justice Marc Richard on Justice, Ethics, and Reform

    In this episode, CIAJ's Executive Director Christine O'Doherty welcomes The Honourable Chief Justice J.C. Marc Richard (of New Brunswick) to talk about his involvement in the Technical Assistance Partnership (TAP) Project. Drawing from his experience in Mongolia and Moldova, he discusses the importance of judicial independence and ethics. He addresses questions about Canada's role in strengthening global justice, the challenges of eradicating corruption, and the value of international judicial cooperation. He reflects on what motivates his involvement and how these experiences shape his perspective on global judicial cooperation. Guests: The Honourable Chief Justice J.C. Marc Richard (of New Brunswick) Host: Christine O'Doherty, Lawyer & Executive Director, CIAJ   ABOUT THE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PARTNERSHIP PROJECT (TAP): Global Affairs Canada's Technical Assistance Partnership Project (TAP), is designed to deploy Canadian experts from a range of disciplines to provide technical assistance to developing countries. The Office of the Commissioner for Federal Judicial Affairs (FJA) is one of the Canadian government agencies with an international development project under TAP. Under TAP, FJA engages with up to three countries per year for a one-year program of capacity building for judicial institutions. This mechanism allows Canada to use the experience in our judicial system to respond to requests for technical assistance made through Canadian missions abroad. Technical assistance is provided in response to needs expressed by partner countries, but in alignment with Canada's international development priorities, including the strengthening of gender equality and the protection of human rights. More information

    26 min
  5. The Toxic Drug Crisis Podcast Series: Rethinking Decriminalization

    EPISODE 102

    The Toxic Drug Crisis Podcast Series: Rethinking Decriminalization

    Drug toxicity is a leading cause of death in Canada and around the world. Over the course of three episodes, we address three interrelated topics related to the toxic drug crisis. This final episode will review decriminalization policies in Portugal, British Columbia, and Oregon, and examine the mandatory treatment scheme in Alberta. Guests discuss how decriminalization is ineffective as a standalone policy and suggest additional resources that are needed to address the overdose crisis. Host Sarah Rowe discuss this issue and more with guests, internist and addiction specialist, Dr. Monty Ghosh, and criminal defence lawyer, Kyla Lee.  This series is produced in memory of Marc Alexander O'Keefe.   Guests S. Monty Ghosh, Doctor of Internal Medicine, Disaster Medicine, and Addiction Medicine; Assistant Professor, Departments of General Internal Medicine & Neurology, University of Alberta; Clinical Associate Professor, Departments of Medicine & Psychiatry, University of Calgary Kyla Lee, Vancouver Criminal Lawyer, Acumen Law Corporation Host Sarah Rowe, Articling Clerk, Legal Aid Newfoundland and Labrador   The Toxic Drug Crisis Podcast Series To further explore the discussion, listen to our previous podcasts on the subject:  The Toxic Drug Crisis Podcast Series: Is Harm Reduction Enough? — With guests Geoff Bardwell, Ph.D. and Craig Marshall. Host: Sarah Rowe The Toxic Drug Crisis Podcast Series: The Role of Safer Supply — With guests Gillian Kolla, PhD, MPH and Sukhpreet Klaire, MD CCFP (AM). Host: Sarah Rowe

    31 min
  6. Addiction, Work, and Justice: What Are We Missing?

    EPISODE 103

    Addiction, Work, and Justice: What Are We Missing?

    In this episode, CIAJ's Articling Student David Lazzam sits down with Jessyca Greenwood, Principal Lawyer at Greenwood Law, to discuss how the legal system responds to substance dependency in the workplace. Drawing from years of experience representing vulnerable clients, Jessyca explores common legal challenges, gaps in employer obligations, and the role of stigma in shaping outcomes. Together, they examine how specialized courts and diversion programs can help—or hinder—real change. From courtroom culture to systemic reform, this conversation highlights the need for compassion, accountability, and broader social supports to ensure that people struggling with addiction aren't left behind.   Guest Jessyca Greenwood, Principal Lawyer at Greenwood Law (Toronto, ON) Host David Lazzam, Articling Student at the Canadian Institute for the Administration of Justice (Ottawa, ON)

    35 min
  7. Left Out in the Cold – Episode 1: Barriers to Adequate Housing and How Indigenous Housing Organizations are Filling the Gaps

    EPISODE 104

    Left Out in the Cold – Episode 1: Barriers to Adequate Housing and How Indigenous Housing Organizations are Filling the Gaps

    SUMMARY Due to the cumulative effects of settler colonialism and the ongoing dispossession of Indigenous lands, Indigenous peoples in Canada experience significantly higher rates of housing insecurity than the general population. Existing mental health and substance use issues further exacerbate this issue, creating a cycle of insecurity. Host Sarah Rowe is joined by Margaret Pfoh, CEO of Aboriginal Housing Management Association, and Justin Marchand, CEO of Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services, to discuss how intergenerational trauma, historical injustice, and systemic discrimination contribute to the unique barriers that Indigenous peoples face when seeking adequate housing and explain the need for culture-based housing policy.   Guests Justin Marchand, Chief Executive Officer, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services (OAHS) Margaret Pfoh, Chief Executive Officer, Aboriginal Housing Management Association (AHMA)                                           Host Sarah Rowe, Articling Clerk, Legal Aid Newfoundland and Labrador   RELATED DOCUMENTATION Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services (OAHS): https://www.ontarioaboriginalhousing.ca/ Aboriginal Housing Management Association (AHMA): https://ahma-bc.org/

    1h 9m
  8. Dans l'angle mort – Épisode 1: La justice pénale internationale – Aux confins des enjeux géopolitiques (épisode 1)

    EPISODE 105

    Dans l'angle mort – Épisode 1: La justice pénale internationale – Aux confins des enjeux géopolitiques (épisode 1)

    Le juge Simon Ruel s'entretient avec Me Philippe Larochelle, président de l'Association du Barreau près de la Cour pénale internationale (ABCPI), pour faire le point sur la Cour pénale internationale (CPI), plus de 20 ans après sa création. Mandats d'arrêt contre des chefs d'État, accusations de politisation, enjeux de souveraineté, place des victimes, défis de la défense, écocide et preuve numérique : cet épisode explore les forces, limites et tensions d'un système de justice unique, confronté à un monde en mutation. Invité Me Philippe Larochelle, avocat et président de l'Association du Barreau près de la Cour pénale internationale (ABCPI), Larochelle Avocats Animateur L'honorable Simon Ruel, juge à la Cour d'appel du Québec   APERÇU DE LA SÉRIE Dans l'angle mort Une série de balados de la chaîne En Toute Justice de l'ICAJ À l'heure où les grands enjeux juridiques dépassent les salles d'audience, Dans l'angle mort propose une plongée au cœur des tensions, transitions et transformations qui façonnent le droit contemporain et le système de justice. Animée par le juge Simon Ruel, cette série donne la parole à des avocats, juges, universitaires et experts pour explorer des enjeux systémiques, comme l'indépendance judiciaire, l'intelligence artificielle et le système de justice, le litige stratégique et le contentieux climatique, ou encore les médias sociaux. Chaque épisode de 45 à 50 minutes croise expériences de terrain, perspectives théoriques et préoccupations sociales, dans un format accessible et rigoureux. Ensemble, nous scrutons les angles morts du droit – ces zones d'ombre où se jouent les grands équilibres de notre système juridique et démocratique. Épisode 1 | Dans l'angle mort de la justice pénale internationale – Aux confins des enjeux géopolitiques (invité: Me Philippe Larochelle)

    57 min
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In All Fairness is a Canadian Institute for the Administration of Justice podcast channel welcoming representatives from the legal community and exploring how we can all contribute to improving the administration of justice in Canada. Legal professionals will benefit from informed discussions on key issues, essential knowledge and insights to strengthen their practice. En toute justice est une série de balados de l'Institut canadien d'administration de la justice qui donne la parole à différents acteurs du milieu juridique, pour explorer comment nous pouvons tous contribuer à une meilleure administration de la justice au Canada. Les membres de la communauté juridique y trouveront des propos éclairés sur des enjeux clés, des informations essentielles et des conseils judicieux pour enrichir leur pratique.

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