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While the spotlight shines on politicians during the federal election campaign, another, quieter force ensures the continuity of government: Canada’s federal public service. Michael Wernick, former Clerk of the Privy Council, explains how elected officials and public servants engage in constant dialogue to keep government functioning and implement public policies.
Curious about the practice of international criminal law but unsure where to start? You’re not alone. Many law students share this lack of knowledge and uncertainty. In this visual post, student Mila Gagnon demystifies the practice of international law with a Justice Canada lawyer. Drawing on her experience with high-level international bodies, non-governmental organizations and national courts, Nadia Zed shares her inspiring story and the many opportunities available in this field.
Discover Canada’s legislative process and the democratic principles that underpin it with a new interactive online course from the University of Ottawa. In a featured segment of this multimedia project, Professor John Mark Keyes explains why Canadian democracy goes far beyond simple majority rule.
The role and practice of the government lawyer is not well known. However, government activities have continued to expand over the last few decades. Since 2022, the Ministère de la Justice du Québec has been participating in the internship race and offering law students an alternative in a stimulating professional environment. Me Mathieu Trépanier explains the exciting and unsuspected challenges of a career in law with the government of Quebec.
