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An introduction to Alberta’s Family Law Act

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Explains the Family Law Act, which came into force in October 2005, which updated, amended, and clarified existing legislation to make family law simpler and easier for Albertans to understand.

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A guide to the Lobbyists Act

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This document has been prepared by Alberta Justice to facilitate understanding of the Lobbyists Act. It reviews some of the most significant aspects of the Act, but is not exhaustive.... More ≫

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This document has been prepared by Alberta Justice to facilitate understanding of the Lobbyists Act. It reviews some of the most significant aspects of the Act, but is not exhaustive. Additionally, preparation of a plain language guide of the Act has at times required the simplification of this relatively complex legislation.

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Interim report to Alberta Justice phase one : stakeholder input on the single trial court initiative

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At the beginning of April invitations, along with the discussion paper, A Single Trial Court as a Focus for Reform and a Catalyst for Change, were sent out to various stakeholders involved in the... More ≫

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At the beginning of April invitations, along with the discussion paper, A Single Trial Court as a Focus for Reform and a Catalyst for Change, were sent out to various stakeholders involved in the Alberta justice system. Invitees included lawyers, court clerks, members of the police service and others directly involved in the legal system such as mediators and arbitrators. As well, members of organizations such as sexual assault centres, Aboriginal groups, elder care associations, mental health associations, crime and violence prevention organizations and justice groups specific to various ethnic communities attended. Involved members of the community were also included such as victim’s services volunteers, members of Youth Justice Committees, as were provincial and municipal politicians, academics and psychologists.

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A single trial court for Alberta : consultation paper

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In 1999, the Alberta Government sought the advice and direction of the public on a wide range of justice issues during Alberta’s first Summit on Justice. One of the messages the Government... More ≫

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In 1999, the Alberta Government sought the advice and direction of the public on a wide range of justice issues during Alberta’s first Summit on Justice. One of the messages the Government received was to simplify the justice system. Delegates felt that the system created delays, discouraged access, and, in some cases, resulted in citizens being denied justice. Since then, the Government has sought to improve the justice system through streamlining processes and through making better use of available resources. Alberta has two trial courts – the Provincial Court and the Court of Queen’s Bench – which both deal with criminal, family, and other civil matters. The concurrent trial jurisdiction shared by the two courts leads naturally to the question of whether one trial court could be doing the work now done by two. The purpose of this paper is to encourage consideration of whether trial court unification is a viable option.

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A single trial court as a focus for reform and a catalyst for change

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A series of public consultations and recent polling research have shown that many Albertans have a worrisome level of confidence in certain aspects of the system of justice in this province. The... More ≫

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A series of public consultations and recent polling research have shown that many Albertans have a worrisome level of confidence in certain aspects of the system of justice in this province. The findings indicate an attitude amongst Albertans that while the justice system is good, certain steps need to be taken to make it better.

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Report and recommendations of the 1998 Judicial Compensation Commission

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Presents the conclusions and recommendations of the 1998 Judicial Compensation Commission with respect to the compensation, pensions and other benefits of the Provincial Court judges in Alberta.

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