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Photo of Professor Monim Benaissa inset. Background is a large net filled with large fish.
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Sustainability

Caught in the net: Monim Benaissa explores the persistent impact of harmful fishing subsidies

Public subsidies to the fishing industry are designed to increase production and maximize yield. But the environmental effects are numerous. So why does the fishing industry continue to be subsidized in this way?
Public subsidies to the fishing industry are designed to increase production and maximize yield. But the environmental effects are numerous. So why does the fishing industry continue to be subsidized in this way?

November 12, 2024
Professor Delphine Nakache beside a lock with a key inserted
Faculty member
Research projects

Professor Delphine Nakache contributes to pioneering research on housing for asylum seekers

A new research project aims to fill in gaps in knowledge about the experiences of asylum seekers in the Canadian housing system, with a specific focus on those facing homelessness.
A new research project aims to fill in gaps in knowledge about the experiences of asylum seekers in the Canadian housing system, with a specific focus on those facing homelessness.

November 7, 2024
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Faculty member

New Book – Heenan Blaikie: The Making and Unmaking of a Great Canadian Law Firm

It has been called one of the worst law firm failures in Canadian history. A new book by Professor Adam Dodek examines how Heenan Blaikie LLP rose to great prominence and success and then self-destructed, leaving the Canadian legal community in shock.
It has been called one of the worst law firm failures in Canadian history. A new book by Professor Adam Dodek examines how Heenan Blaikie LLP rose to great prominence and success and then self-destructed, leaving the Canadian legal community in shock.

November 6, 2024
Lynda Collins, Green Ribbon
Mental Health
Wellness
Law
Research and innovation
Professors

Happiness and the law: Professor Lynda Collins is investing in the well-being of law students

The legal profession is increasingly grappling with a growing mental health crisis. Lawyers and legal professionals often face intense pressure, long hours, and the weight of life-altering decisions, all of which can take a significant toll on their mental well-being.
The legal profession is increasingly grappling with a growing mental health crisis. Lawyers and legal professionals often face intense pressure, long hours, and the weight of life-altering decisions, all of which can take a significant toll on their mental well-being.

October 9, 2024
Professor Paul Daly photo inset against a backdrop of the scales of justice
University Research Chair
Faculty member

Professor Paul Daly is shaping the evolution of administrative law

In 2019, Professor Paul Daly was awarded the University Research Chair in Administrative Law and Governance.
In 2019, Professor Paul Daly was awarded the University Research Chair in Administrative Law and Governance.

October 4, 2024
Professor Joao Velloso
Faculty member
Awards and recognition
Research

Professor João Velloso recognized for research exploring the legal legacy of the G20 mass arrests

In June 2010, the G20 Summit was held in Toronto. Protests outside the event led to the arrests of over 1,000 people in just two days. Other large protests have taken place since this largest mass arrest in Canadian history, but what have we learned from it?
In June 2010, the G20 Summit was held in Toronto. Protests outside the event led to the arrests of over 1,000 people in just two days. Other large protests have taken place since this largest mass arrest in Canadian history, but what have we learned from it?

September 6, 2024
Ian R. Kerr Fellow Gabriela Bolaños Vainstein
Fellowships

Incoming Ian R. Kerr fellow takes aim at data portability

The Common Law Section is pleased to announce the appointment of Gabriela Bolaños Vainstein as the 2024-25 Ian R. Kerr Fellow.
The Common Law Section is pleased to announce the appointment of Gabriela Bolaños Vainstein as the 2024-25 Ian R. Kerr Fellow.

September 4, 2024
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Faculty of Law - Common Law Section
Technology, Democracy and Politics

Democracy in crisis: Professor Michael Pal explores new approaches for a changing world

Democracy is being put to the test in 2024. With elections across Asia, Europe and America, nearly half of the world’s population will have the chance to vote this year. More than ever, it seems like the health of democracy as a thriving system of government is on the line.
Democracy is being put to the test in 2024. With elections across Asia, Europe and America, nearly half of the world’s population will have the chance to vote this year. More than ever, it seems like the health of democracy as a thriving system of government is on the line.

August 23, 2024
Alumni Moo-Jun Kim convocation
Alumni

Keep an open mind in law school

Moo-Jun Kim, JD ‘23, says that keeping an open mind and seeking out meaningful opportunities prepared him to land his dream job just 10 days after being called to the Ontario bar.
Moo-Jun Kim, JD ‘23, says that keeping an open mind and seeking out meaningful opportunities prepared him to land his dream job just 10 days after being called to the Ontario bar.

August 13, 2024
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Alumni
Faculty of Law - Common Law Section

Alum Michelle Flaherty, LLB ’98, appointed a Judge of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario

The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced the appointment of Michelle Flaherty, LLB ’98, Honour Society Member since 2008, to the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario in L’Orignal.
The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced the appointment of Michelle Flaherty, LLB ’98, Honour Society Member since 2008, to the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario in L’Orignal.

July 30, 2024