05/25/2026
The proper administration of justice depends not only on prosecutorial independence, but also on the fearless independence of the defence bar. Lawyers cannot properly represent unpopular clients, challenge police conduct, test Crown evidence, or advance controversial positions if ordinary defence work may expose them to covert investigative scrutiny and intimidation by the state. Read our letter to the Attorney General of Ontario:
Open Letter May 25, 2026 A PDF copy of this letter is available here. Further information is available here.d