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Dependent Relief Claims

In Saskatchewan, a person may make a dependent relief claim under The Dependents`Relief Act.  This type of claim asks the Court to make an order...

Relations to indigenous people must change

In his book, “On Being Here to Stay: Treaties and Aboriginal Rights in Canada”, Professor Michael Asch says that Canadians ought to fulfill their moral and...

Being an Executor

Being an executor is a lot of responsibility and is not a role to be taken lightly. An executor generally plans the funeral, deals...

Fate of 33rd Street Uncertain

    33rd Street and the neighbourhoods surrounding it have a unique history and heritage which should be preserved.  The following article considers the...

Why do I need a real estate lawyer?

The main reason you want a real estate lawyer is to have a legal expert looking out for your interests. Your real estate lawyer...

What should I say to the police when they stop me?

The police should only stop you if they are investigating a crime or if you are driving so they may check your license and...

Recognizing Indigenous History

James Scott has an avid interest in the heritage and history of Saskatoon, and ensuring that all voices and all peoples are recognized. Here...

Assisted death an ethical minefield for doctors

Here is a link to an interesting article regarding access to appropriate medical care and your right to make your own end of life decisions: Assisted death...

Editing Humanity

Assisted reproduction may become even more complicated (and exciting) in our lifetime. There is now a simple and inexpensive means to re-engineer our genome....

Assisted Reproduction in Canada

This Globe and Mail article provides a useful summary of the current state of the law in Canada with respect to assisted reproduction:  http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/health/we-need-to-talk-about-assisted-reproduction-in-canada/article22988791/