Faculty of Law News Archive

Planes, trains and automobiles: Talking about Uber, taxis, regulation and more
January 26, 2016 —
Experts such as The Honourable Marshall Rothstein, retired justice of the Supreme Court and alumnus, come to campus on Feb. 4 to share their thoughts on current issues related to transportation

Planes, trains and automobiles: Talking about Uber, taxis, regulation and more
January 26, 2016 —
Symposium on transportation law that will feature distinguished speakers such as The Honourable Marshall Rothstein, retired Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada and U of M alumnus.

Wpg Free Press: Affordable law school in our best interest
January 13, 2016 —
The quiet discussion about raising tuition at the University of Manitoba's faculty of law hasn't faced much scrutiny outside the confines of the school itself, but the consequences of an increase have implications for all Manitobans.

Successful students
January 1, 2016 —
The past year marked four more Vanier scholars, two Schulich leaders, awards for a humanitarian and photographer, and unique initiatives driven by our students. These are some of the top stories of student success from the past 12 months.

Alumni News
Howard Pawley, alumnus and former premier dies at 81
December 31, 2015 —
Former Manitoba Premier Howard Pawley died on December 30, 2015, at age 81.

Op-Ed: Designing a legal system that serves the needs of its users
December 23, 2015 —
The Trudeau government has announced it will bring back the court challenges program. This deserves Canadians' attention.

Faculty and staff recognized for community involvement
November 18, 2015 —
Recipients of the Outreach Awards honoured at annual event

Faculty of Law News
Ottawa Citizen: Murray Sinclair to receive Carleton honorary degree
November 10, 2015 —
U of M alumnus will be presented with degree during Carleton's fall convocation on November 14, 2015

Faculty of Law News
Justice Murray Sinclair awarded CIAJ Medal of Justice
October 26, 2015 —
Alumnus presented with highest honour for distinctive leadership in the administration of justice in Canada

Law prof receives Dr. and Mrs. H. H. Saunderson Award for her teaching excellence
October 22, 2015 —
She challenges her students to do more, be more, dream more.