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We are thrilled to announce Volume 61:1 of the Osgoode Hall Law Journal! Read it here: digitalcommons.osgoode.yorku.ca/ohlj/ Stay tuned for excerpts from each of the authors over the next few weeks!

In this article, Amit Singh argues that the modern role of the SCC eliminates the distinction between non-binding obiter dicta and binding ratio decidendi, challenging the Court's own efforts to preserve this distinction within its jurisprudence. digitalcommons.osgoode.yorku.ca/ohlj/vol61/iss…

In this article, Geoffrey Sigalet argues that the Charter’s notwithstanding clause makes exception to judicial review, in that courts must treat certain laws as if specific Charter provisions don’t exist to be applied to them, even though they do. digitalcommons.osgoode.yorku.ca/ohlj/vol61/iss…

In this article, Logan Stack explores how Impact and Benefit Agreements differ from traditional contracts and argues that adjudicators must adapt contract law principles to account for Indigenous perspectives and the unique nature of IBAs. digitalcommons.osgoode.yorku.ca/ohlj/vol61/iss…

In this article, Stepan Wood reveals a staggering 85% success rate for governments seeking interlocutory injunctions against homeless encampments in BC. Consequently, he argues for courts to apply the RJR-MacDonald framework for such hearings. digitalcommons.osgoode.yorku.ca/ohlj/vol61/iss…

In this article, Dan Rohde discusses a foundational contest over early Canadian money and sovereignty, leading to the foundation of the Bank of the People and a critique of bank-issued money which is still relevant today. lnkd.in/dcMsZK5n

In this article, Dr Suzanne Chiodo considers the purpose of honoraria to representative plaintiffs. Diving into the doctrinal basis for such payments, she offers practical guidance to judges and lawyers on when such payments are appropriate. lnkd.in/gMdnHjjY

We are thrilled to introduce the OHLJ Board of Editors for the 2024-2025 Academic Year. We wish them success in their roles and look forward to continuing the OHLJ's longstanding tradition of promoting exceptional legal scholarship.

Azka Anees explores Greta Olson's reimagining of law and literature, remarking on the extent to which it gives force to Northrop Frye’s insight that respect for law stems from the "social imagination", which is shaped uniquely by literature. lnkd.in/dHYEPSGU

In this article, Rachel Cruz considers research conducted by Professor Laura Bisaillon following the 2002 decision of the Canadian Federal Immigration Department to mandate HIV testing as part of the immigration medical examination. digitalcommons.osgoode.yorku.ca/ohlj/vol61/iss…

In this article, Tianchu Gao discusses saptarishi bandopadhyay's questioning of the idea that disasters are exceptional events, and his examination of how this narrative can strengthen the power of the state. digitalcommons.osgoode.yorku.ca/ohlj/vol61/iss…

Tripat Sandhu considers Adam Barker's analysis of how settler colonialism shapes space, power, and identity—and his exposition of cracks in its structure. Barker conceptualizes ways to resist and dismantle these systems through these vulnerabilities. digitalcommons.osgoode.yorku.ca/ohlj/vol61/iss…

Call for Papers for all Osgoode JD Students! Please email [email protected] with your submissions by 5:00 p.m. on January 20, 2025. We look forward to your submissions!

We are thrilled to announce Volume 61:2 of the Osgoode Hall Law Journal, a Special Issue on Disability! Read it now at digitalcommons.osgoode.yorku.ca/ohlj/vol61/iss…

Come join us from 10AM - 4PM at the Helliwell Centre for our 10th Annual JD Research Symposium, with talks from Johan DeNora, Alexandra Nicu, Patrick Weston, Professor Anthony Sangiuliano, Valeria Danieli & Lindsay Jennings, Tony Chen, Alyssa Muzyk, and Athaven Nithianantha!

The first speaker of our Annual Research Symposium, Johan Strombergsson-DeNora, will be discussing 'Regulating Poverty: Canada's Jurisprudential Dilemma' with Professor Sonia Lawrence from 10:20-11:00 on March 11 at the Helliwell Centre!

Last week, the OHLJ hosted its 10th annual JD Research Symposium! We’d like to thank our student authors, discussants, and keynote speakers for their contributions. Read more about it at lnkd.in/dTFF7b8g