Three Reasons Parents Need Greater Access to Lawyers
If we want to talk about access to justice, let’s talk about schools. Educational institutions hold a tremendous amount of influence over...
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Sep 263 min
Understanding Academic Appeals in Ontario Universities
In Ontario’s post-secondary institutions, students may encounter situations that necessitate challenging academic decisions, such as...
Sep 263 min
Balancing Discipline and Human Rights in Schools
Ontario schools face the challenge of enforcing discipline while ensuring that students’ rights under the Ontario Human Rights Code are...
Sep 264 min
The Legal Landscape of Student Discipline in Ontario Schools
Student discipline in Ontario schools involves navigating a complex legal framework that balances maintaining a safe and conducive...
Sep 264 min
Eligibility and Dispute Resolution in High School Sports in Ontario
Eligibility issues in high school sports can be a source of contention between students, parents, coaches, and school boards. In Ontario,...
Sep 263 min
Arbitration in School Sports: Protecting Athletes’ Rights
Disputes in the sports world often demand swift and fair resolutions, making arbitration a key mechanism for addressing conflicts...
Sep 263 min
Navigating Human Rights Complaints in the Education Sector
Human rights complaints within the education sector pose unique challenges, often requiring a careful balance between legal obligations...
Sep 263 min
Best Practices for Workplace Investigations in Schools
Workplace investigations in schools can be complex, given the unique environment and the range of individuals involved, including staff,...
Dec 12, 20222 min
Ontario Court of Appeal Rules Public School Teachers Protected from Unreasonable Search and Seizure
The recent decision of the Ontario Court of Appeal in the case of Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario v. York Region District...
Dec 10, 20222 min
A Brief Guide to Understanding the Importance of PPMs in Special Education in Ontario
Ontario's Education Act sets out the rules and regulations governing special education programs and services in the province's public...
Dec 10, 20223 min
The Ontario Student Record: A Short Guide for Parents and Students
The Ontario Student Record (OSR) is a critical document that tracks a student's educational progress through schools in Ontario....
Dec 10, 20224 min
Navigating the IPRC: Tips for Ontario Parents
The Identification, Placement, and Review Committee (IPRC) is a crucial part of the special education process in schools. The IPRC is a...
Dec 10, 20223 min
A Short Parent's Guide to Your Child's Education Rights in Ontario
As a parent or guardian, it is important to understand the rights of children in the education system. This knowledge can help you...
Dec 9, 20223 min
Exploring the Debate on Police in Ontario Schools
Student violence in Ontario schools has been a topic of much debate in recent years. Some argue that the levels of violence in Ontario...
Dec 9, 20222 min
Can I sue my College for false promises?
In recent years, there has been a growing trend of students in Ontario suing post-secondary institutions for false promises. This trend...
Dec 9, 20222 min
Academic Appeals: A guide For Ontario Post-Secondary Students
Academic appeals can be a stressful and daunting process for students in Ontario post secondary institutions. However, it is important to...
Dec 9, 20223 min
Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and the Implications on Ontario's Education Sector
The introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) into the education sector has the potential to revolutionize the way students learn and...
Oct 31, 20221 min
The Keeping Students in Class, 2022 Act
On October 31, 2022, the Ontario government announced it intends to use the notwithstanding clause to impose a contract on education...
Oct 11, 20223 min
Sex Trafficking & the Role of PPM 166
By: Martin Msowoya Human trafficking is rapidly increasing and has become one of the most profitable crimes in the world. A form of human...
Jun 1, 20223 min
Law Society of Ontario Cheating Scandal
By: Muna Mohamed On May 25th, 2022, the Law Society of Ontario (LSO) announced it filed a civil action in the Superior Court of Ontario,...
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