Commentary
Asper Centre Alumni Network 5 in 5 Event
by Ryan Howes On November 2, 2017, the Asper Centre hosted its inaugural Alumni Network event, a “5 in 5” panel in which five alumni each had five minutes to discuss … Read More
Asper Centre to support efforts in challenging solitary confinement in Canada
by Tal Schreier Long periods of solitary confinement can have a devastating impact on the mental and physical well-being of prisoners. Ending solitary confinement is not only morally just but … Read More
Supreme Court’s Ruling in Recent Extradition Case Disappoints: Comment
by Patrick Enright This past week the Supreme Court of Canada released its decision in the landmark extradition case of India v Badesha. The case – which the Asper Centre … Read More
A Preliminary Look at Bill C-59 and its Implications on Canadian Privacy Rights
By Natasha Anzik The Liberals’ new national security legislation, Bill C-59, was tabled in the House of Commons on June 20th, 2017. The ten-part, 139-page legislation has taken a … Read More
Bill C-23 leaves cross-border travelers vulnerable to Charter rights infringements
By Natasha Anzik Bill C-23, the Preclearance Act, was recently amended by the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security and passed to the Senate on June 21, 2017. … Read More