Faculty of Law News Archive
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CBC London: Hockey Canada sexual assault trial ‘reinvigorated’ talk on complex issues of consent, sports culture
July 23, 2025 —
Justice Maria Carroccia will give decisions in case of 5 ex-world junior players
July 23, 2025 —
Justice Maria Carroccia will give decisions in case of 5 ex-world junior players
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Voices from the Naf River
July 18, 2025 —
Dr. Kjell Anderson shares a glimpse of the research he has been doing this summer on the Rohingya Genocide based largely on the accounts of Rohingya survivors.
July 18, 2025 —
Dr. Kjell Anderson shares a glimpse of the research he has been doing this summer on the Rohingya Genocide based largely on the accounts of Rohingya survivors.
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From one legendary Canadian advocate to another
July 18, 2025 —
During one of the Faculty of Law’s busiest winter terms on record, one of the most exciting, and prestigious events held in Robson Hall’s largest lecture theatre, the Harry Walsh O.C., Q.C. Moot Courtroom, was the Harry Walsh Lecture, held March 3, 2025, featuring renowned Canadian lawyer Marie Henein.
July 18, 2025 —
During one of the Faculty of Law’s busiest winter terms on record, one of the most exciting, and prestigious events held in Robson Hall’s largest lecture theatre, the Harry Walsh O.C., Q.C. Moot Courtroom, was the Harry Walsh Lecture, held March 3, 2025, featuring renowned Canadian lawyer Marie Henein.
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Second Annual Access to Justice Forum Hosted at UM Faculty of Law
July 17, 2025 —
On May 23rd and 26th, 2025, the University of Manitoba and Manitoba Law Foundation co-hosted the second annual Access to Justice (A2J) Forum. The theme this year, “National Vision, Manitoba Momentum,” was centred around the strides Manitoba is making to walk in step with A2J initiatives across Canada.
July 17, 2025 —
On May 23rd and 26th, 2025, the University of Manitoba and Manitoba Law Foundation co-hosted the second annual Access to Justice (A2J) Forum. The theme this year, “National Vision, Manitoba Momentum,” was centred around the strides Manitoba is making to walk in step with A2J initiatives across Canada.
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Convocation 2025: Master of Human Rights student Priscila Werton Alves
July 17, 2025 —
Brazilian medical doctor Priscila Werton Alves was one of six Master of Human Rights students to graduate in June, 2025. She completed the Practicum stream with a placement at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights and was the first physician in the program. Her intention in taking the degree was to learn how to become a Human Rights advocate after witnessing the loss of democratic rights in Brazil during the pandemic.
July 17, 2025 —
Brazilian medical doctor Priscila Werton Alves was one of six Master of Human Rights students to graduate in June, 2025. She completed the Practicum stream with a placement at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights and was the first physician in the program. Her intention in taking the degree was to learn how to become a Human Rights advocate after witnessing the loss of democratic rights in Brazil during the pandemic.
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Decision of Federal Court hearing held at law school now available
July 7, 2025 —
The decision for the Federal Court of Canada (Immigration and Citizenship) hearing held February 18, 2025 at Robson Hall is now available to the public on the Canadian Legal Information Institute (CanLII) website.
July 7, 2025 —
The decision for the Federal Court of Canada (Immigration and Citizenship) hearing held February 18, 2025 at Robson Hall is now available to the public on the Canadian Legal Information Institute (CanLII) website.
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The Free Press: Classroom confidential
June 27, 2025 —
Despite promises of improving school safety and transparency, child protection experts say Manitoba’s new teacher registry conceals more than it reveals
June 27, 2025 —
Despite promises of improving school safety and transparency, child protection experts say Manitoba’s new teacher registry conceals more than it reveals
Dam nation: This Canada Day we ask about the legal rights of beavers—our iconic national symbol
June 27, 2025 —
A Q&A with a legal expert on the rights of the beloved Canadian beaver
June 27, 2025 —
A Q&A with a legal expert on the rights of the beloved Canadian beaver
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Law Students Contribute to a Sound Education
June 25, 2025 —
On June 16th 2025, law students from the Faculty of Law’s Manitoba Legal Clinic for the Arts presented to the Mid-Ocean School of Media Arts’ (MOSMA) class of 2025 about a few different areas of the legal world they may encounter over their careers. The in-person session was led by Donald Plant (2L) and Lee Margolis (2L).
June 25, 2025 —
On June 16th 2025, law students from the Faculty of Law’s Manitoba Legal Clinic for the Arts presented to the Mid-Ocean School of Media Arts’ (MOSMA) class of 2025 about a few different areas of the legal world they may encounter over their careers. The in-person session was led by Donald Plant (2L) and Lee Margolis (2L).
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Faculty of Law Celebrates 2025 Teaching Award winners
June 24, 2025 —
The Faculty of Law congratulates Dr. Amar Khoday and Ms. Allison Fenske, recipients of the Faculty’s two top teaching awards given annually to recognize one professor and one practicing professional instructor. Khoday is the recipient of The Barney Sneiderman Award for Teaching Excellence and Fenske was chosen for the Dean’s Award for Teaching Excellence. The winners were announced at the June 7th Faculty of Law graduation dinner.
June 24, 2025 —
The Faculty of Law congratulates Dr. Amar Khoday and Ms. Allison Fenske, recipients of the Faculty’s two top teaching awards given annually to recognize one professor and one practicing professional instructor. Khoday is the recipient of The Barney Sneiderman Award for Teaching Excellence and Fenske was chosen for the Dean’s Award for Teaching Excellence. The winners were announced at the June 7th Faculty of Law graduation dinner.