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Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women’s Initiative : annotated bibliography

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This annotated bibliography reviews the findings of 65 major studies, surveys, conference proceedings, inquiries and reports published between 2003 to 2013 which focus on Indigenous women who have... More ≫

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This annotated bibliography reviews the findings of 65 major studies, surveys, conference proceedings, inquiries and reports published between 2003 to 2013 which focus on Indigenous women who have gone missing or who have been murdered in Canada and the violence associated with these events. The goal of this bibliography is to demonstrate the abundance of research in this area and to highlight recurring themes found in the literature.

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Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Initiative : final report - what was shared

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The Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) Initiative was begun in 2013 by Alberta Justice and Solicitor General, Victims Services to identify specific strategies for supporting families of... More ≫

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The Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) Initiative was begun in 2013 by Alberta Justice and Solicitor General, Victims Services to identify specific strategies for supporting families of missing and murdered Indigenous women in Alberta. This report shares the findings of the first component of the project, which is based on an extensive community engagement process and a review of the grey and academic literature.

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Alberta long service recognition program : police officers, peace officers & auxiliary RCMP "K" division members : policy and procedure manual [2014]

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Alberta Justice and Solicitor General Ministry recognizes the valuable contribution police and peace officers make to the security, safety, and well being of Albertans. This is done through three... More ≫

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Alberta Justice and Solicitor General Ministry recognizes the valuable contribution police and peace officers make to the security, safety, and well being of Albertans. This is done through three long service recognition awards for: 1- Police members—Alberta Police Officer Long Service Recognition Medal; 2- Peace Officers—Alberta Peace Officer Long Service Recognition Medal; 3- RCMP Auxiliary Constables—Letters of Recognition.

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Youth Criminal Justice Protocol

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The intent of the Youth Criminal Justice Protocol is to outline procedures for ongoing interactions between Alberta Human Services Child Intervention staff, including Child and Family Services... More ≫

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The intent of the Youth Criminal Justice Protocol is to outline procedures for ongoing interactions between Alberta Human Services Child Intervention staff, including Child and Family Services Authorities and Delegated First Nation Agencies (hereby referred to as Child Intervention), and Alberta Justice and Solicitor General, and their agents, in dealing with joint clients. The protocol describes how staff should work together collaboratively for the benefit of youth who have joint status, or for those who need the services of Child Intervention but do not have child intervention status. The protocol creates a process for collaborative case planning as well as resolution of day-to-day issues, thereby laying the foundation for good working relationships and for a more effective coordinated provision of services for youth.

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Injecting a sense of urgency : a new approach to delivering justice in serious and violent criminal cases

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The judicial stay of sexual assault charges arising from a case in Airdrie this past October has raised concern about the justice system, and, in particular, what should be done to better manage... More ≫

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The judicial stay of sexual assault charges arising from a case in Airdrie this past October has raised concern about the justice system, and, in particular, what should be done to better manage delays that lead to Askov applications. The review of the Airdrie case to examine process delays and determine what steps can be taken to strengthen the current system and prevent any recurrence of the Airdrie situation.

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Pocket guide : 2013 YCJA : Youth Criminal Justice Act

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The key components of the Youth Criminal Justice Act are presented in 11 sections in this guide, corresponding to the sections in the Act. A twelfth section describes the impact of the Youth... More ≫

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The key components of the Youth Criminal Justice Act are presented in 11 sections in this guide, corresponding to the sections in the Act. A twelfth section describes the impact of the Youth Justice Act, the Alberta legislation which deals with young persons in relation to provincial offences and municipal by-laws.

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Division of matrimonial property on death : views and perspectives

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The new Wills and Succession Act came into effect in Alberta on February 1, 2012. This law consolidates the Wills Act, Intestate Succession Act, Survivorship Act, Dependents Relief Act and section... More ≫

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The new Wills and Succession Act came into effect in Alberta on February 1, 2012. This law consolidates the Wills Act, Intestate Succession Act, Survivorship Act, Dependents Relief Act and section 47 of the Trustee Act. The Wills and Succession Act specifies how and to whom property is transferred when a person dies. It is designed to make Alberta's succession legislation easier to use and understand. Among the changes made by the Act, there are amendments to the Matrimonial Property Act. These amendments allow a surviving spouse to claim for matrimonial property division upon the death of their spouse. These amendments, in section 117 of the Wills and Succession Act (which for the purposes of this report are called the "legislation"), have not yet been proclaimed.

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Restorative justice : what makes a safe community?

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Restorative justice is a different way of thinking about and responding to crime. It brings together those who have a stake in a specific crime, and tries to give them what they need to put things... More ≫

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Restorative justice is a different way of thinking about and responding to crime. It brings together those who have a stake in a specific crime, and tries to give them what they need to put things as right as possible. Restorative justice is a voluntary process that focuses on the victim’s needs and the offender’s responsibility to repair the harm.

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