British Columbia: “The justice system wouldn’t work without you”
My name is Sean. I made mistakes and got a second chance. I'm 49 and just got my law degree.
Video: “Legal aid duty counsel stood by me at my lowest points”
My name is Sean. I made mistakes and got a second chance. I'm 49 and just got my law degree.
Alberta: “Duty counsel has played such an important role in access to justice for Indigenous people”
Statement by Native Counselling Services of Alberta on Duty Counsel Day.
Ontario: “I’ve come to understand how essential that work is”
Statement by Ontario MPP Chris Glover on Duty Counsel Day.
Nova Scotia: “It should be comfort to Canadians everywhere to know you’re there for them”
Statement by Nova Scotia Chief Judge Pamela S. Williams on Duty Counsel Day.
Alberta: “Duty counsel helps Albertans understand their rights”
Statement by Alberta Justice Minister Kaycee Madu on Duty Counsel Day
Canadian Forum on Civil Justice: “You are the face of help”
Statement from the Canadian Forum on Civil Justice on Duty Counsel Day.
British Columbia: “The justice system depends very much on you”
Statement from B.C. Provincial Court Judge Melissa Gillespie on Duty Counsel Day.
Nova Scotia: “People who are represented and advised by duty counsel are experiencing perhaps the most challenging task of their lives”
Statement by Nova Scotia Associate Chief Judge Lawrence O'Neil on Duty Counsel Day.
Saskatchewan: “Duty counsel lawyers understand the people in our communities who face a mix of legal and social problems”
Statement from Saskatchewan Provincial Court Judge Shannon Metivier on Duty Counsel Day.
