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05/29/2026

It's Case Alert Friday! This week, Professor Sankoff is joined by Thomas Hynes to discuss R v Vrbanic, 2026 SCC 19, the latest word on the right to a trial within a reasonable time under s 11(b).

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Issue #103 of The Beacon is out, packed with concise case summaries and expert insights on the most significant recent ...
05/27/2026

Issue #103 of The Beacon is out, packed with concise case summaries and expert insights on the most significant recent judicial decisions — saving busy criminal defence lawyers valuable time. Stay ahead of the curve & join today!

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05/25/2026

Don't miss out on our latest Case Alert! Professor Sankoff digs deep into the Supreme Court's recent decision in R v Saddleback, 2026 SCC 18, where the Court affirms that evidence is hearsay when it is use in a way that requires you to assume the truth of the statement's contents, however it is characterized by the Crown.

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Coming up tomorrow - join our Director of AI Innovation, Lisa Feldstein, in a small-group, hands-on workshop focused on ...
05/21/2026

Coming up tomorrow - join our Director of AI Innovation, Lisa Feldstein, in a small-group, hands-on workshop focused on practical, conservative use of AI in legal practice.

Because the group will be intentionally small, participants will be able to ask questions, follow along live, and work through setup together in real time.

They’ll cover:

• Choosing appropriate AI tools

• Free vs. paid options

• Practical ways to use AI even if you don't want to share client information

Ideal for lawyers who want to stay current without compromising professional judgment or client confidentiality.

If you’ve been meaning to learn this stuff but wanted a careful, practical starting point — this workshop is for you. Don't miss out!

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Lisa is the real deal and more up on AI tools than anyone we’ve ever met in law. Join her this Friday at 11am MT/ 1pm ET...
05/20/2026

Lisa is the real deal and more up on AI tools than anyone we’ve ever met in law. Join her this Friday at 11am MT/ 1pm ET. Do not miss and grab your spot today,
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05/19/2026

Join us Friday for a small group hands-on workshop to get up to speed on AI for lawyers. No guilt. No jargon. You don't have to be a criminal lawyer to attend! And you don't need to have any paid accounts.
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05/15/2026

It's Case Alert Friday. This week, Professor Sankoff dives into R v ML, 2026 ONCA 339, a wonderful hearsay decision from the Ontario Court of Appeal that addresses the dangers posed by questionable narration.
Get access to over 1000 items available on our website, each addressing important topics about criminal law, criminal procedure, sentencing and evidence.
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05/14/2026

Grab your Spot for Lisa Feldstein's upcoming Workshop: AI for Lawyers: What You’ve Missed and How to Catch Up.

In this practical, beginner-friendly session, CDE's Director of Innovation,Lisa Feldstein, will cover:

• What AI is — and what it isn’t

• The key AI tools lawyers are using today

• Free vs. paid options

• Practical legal use cases for drafting, research, and more

• Ethics, accuracy, and where AI should not be relied on

• Common mistakes to avoid

• Real examples tailored to legal practice

The goal is simple: to help you feel more confident, informed, and ready to start using AI immediately in your practice.

📅 Friday, May 22, 2026

⏰ 11:00 a.m. MDT / 1:00 p.m. EDT

💻 $199 for CDE Subscribers

💻 $299 for Non-Subscribers

✅ CPD accredited across Canadian Law Societies

✅ Approved for 2 hours of Professionalism by the LSO

Spots are limited and registration is now open.

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