Peter A. Allard School of Law - University of British Columbia

Heated Rivalry' actor joins legal experts for Allard Law symposium on gender equality in sport Heated Rivalry’s Harrison Browne and legal experts will gather for the More Than A Game symposium on March 12. Allard Law Professor Debra Parkes explains why the fight for equality in sport is far fro...

On March 12, join Heated Rivalry’s Harrison Browne and legal experts for the More Than A Game symposium. In this Q&A, Professor Debra Parkes explains why the fight for equality in sport is far from over. allard.ubc.ca/about-us/new...

The Slocan History Series is now openly available online through cIRcle @ubclibrary.bsky.social. Allard Law professor Doug Harris reached out to cIRcle with an idea to widen access and preserve his father’s booklet series. about.library.ubc.ca/2026/03/05/u...

Alberta, Alberta: When the blues meet the bench Allard Law prof. Toby Goldbach says recent threats to the independence of the bar and the rule of law provide an opportunity to reflect on what needs to change.

Professor Toby Goldbach says recent threats to the independence of the bar and the rule of law provide an opportunity to reflect on what needs to change. allard.ubc.ca/about-us/blo...

Tumbler Ridge Secondary School is pictured on Feb. 11, the day after a school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., left eight people and the shooter dead. Credit: Ben Nelms/CBC

Having a jury of average British Columbians is one strength of the coroner’s inquest, according to @allard.ubc.ca prof Emma Cunliffe

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Please join us for Professor Adam Dodek's talk "The Rule of Law in Three Acts- Challenges to the Rule of Law: Trump, SNC-Lavalin, and Roncarelli" on March 11 at 12:30pm @allard.ubc.ca or online via Zoom (email info@cnlh[d0t]ubc[d0t]ca for invite)

Province, Cowichan begin negotiations over Aboriginal title in Richmond A UBC adjunct professor is calling for "Canadian values" of inclusion, tolerance, grace, diplomacy and cooperation in negotiations.

Adjunct Professor James Hickling commented on the negotiations between the Cowichan Nation and provincial government. www.vancouverisawesome.com/bc-news/prov...

When should AI companies alert police? What the Tumbler Ridge tragedy reveals about regulating AI Can AI systems reliably detect real threats? And where’s the line between safety and privacy? Following the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., questions are mounting about what artificial intellige...

Lecturer Moira Aikenhead discussed the privacy issues and effectiveness of requiring AI companies to report chatbot conversations. ca.news.yahoo.com/ai-companies...

B.C. courts to halt criminal trials for FIFA World Cup Crowd control, public safety expected to drain police resources, traffic could make courthouses difficult to access

Professor Toby Goldbach commented on the disruption FIFA will cause to BC courts. www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic...

Patricia Barkaskas - Alumni - University of Victoria Profile of 2026 UVic Distinguished Alumni Award recipient Patricia Barkaskas

Congratulations to Allard Law Professor Patricia Barkaskas on receiving UVic's Indigenous Community Alumni Award! She's recognized for her work to reimagine justice through Indigenous community and law. www.uvic.ca/alumni/award...

How much did Open AI know about potential violence in Tumbler Ridge? B.C., Ottawa want to know The company met with Minister Rick Glumac the day of the Tumbler Ridge shooting and a key adviser of Premier David Eby the day after

Doctoral fellow Oludolapo Makinde commented on the regulations around AI chatbots in Canada and a company's duty to report potential violence to police. vancouversun.com/news/tumbler...

UBC experts on AI safety and regulation – UBC News Representatives for OpenAI, the company that runs ChatGPT, have been summoned to Ottawa.

Representatives for OpenAI, the company that runs ChatGPT, have been called to Ottawa following reports the Tumbler Ridge shooter was banned from using the chatbot.

UBC experts are available to comment on AI safety and regulation. news.ubc.ca/advisory/ubc...

AI: Navigating Risk, Opportunity and Reality in Legal Practice This session will examine the use of AI from both private practice and in-house perspectives, and serve as a launchpad for deeper discussions on responsible and effective AI adoption in the legal prof...

Join Michela Fiorido (Partner, Harris & Co LLP) and Jen Luther (Head of Product, Privacy, IP and Policy Legal, Superhuman) for a conversation exploring the practical, regulatory, and governance implications of AI for the practice of law. allard.ubc.ca/about-us/eve...

Law and Technology Series - AI: Where Technology and the Law Intersect Join us for a conversation exploring the ethical, legal and technical issues arising from the use of AI technologies from a legal and business perspective.

What happens when evolving technologies meet the law and your obligations? Join us (in-person and Zoom) for a conversation exploring the ethical, legal and technical issues arising from the use of AI technologies from a legal and business perspective. allard.ubc.ca/about-us/eve...

Prevention, not incarceration, key to ending violence against women in Ottawa, advocacy group says More money should be invested in community-based programs and not incarceration, the Ottawa Coalition To End Violence Against Women says.

Professor Janine Benedet commented on gender-based violence, the role of police and the need to address barriers that prevent women from reporting violence and seeking help. ottawacitizen.com/news/prevent...

Tribes grant the Colorado River legal personhood - can this help save it? The river, which runs through seven US states that share it, is currently facing the worst drought in 1,200 years.

Video: Professor Stepan Wood explains the impact of recognizing a river or mountain as a legal person. www.bbc.com/news/videos/...

New report identifies systemic racism in immigration detention, calls for abolition - UBC News A new report reveals how Canada’s immigration detention system disproportionately impacts racialized people—especially Black men—and calls for a gradual move toward abolition.

A new report co-authored by @allard.ubc.ca
Dr. Efrat Arbel reveals how Canada’s immigration detention system disproportionately impacts racialized people—especially Black men—and calls for a gradual move toward abolition.

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The City Promised to Protect Broadway Tenants. How’s That Working Out? | The Tyee Residents say they’ve faced payment delays when dealing with one relocation company that also has ties to a developer. A Tyee investigation.

Housing Assessment Resource Tools Associate Director Craig Jones commented on the tenant protection policies for Broadway tenants. thetyee.ca/News/2026/02...

Community Supports | The University of British Columbia Supporting our campus communities

For university community members impacted by this event and who are seeking support, please visit this site for a list of supports and resources: www.ubc.ca/community-su...

In acknowledgment of this tragedy, the University of British Columbia will be lowering its flags to half-mast.

We are deeply shocked and saddened by the shootings at Tumbler Ridge and extend our deepest sympathy to all those impacted. This is a truly horrific event and our hearts are with the people of Tumbler Ridge and all British Columbians.

Using AI to support law students and expand access to justice - UBC News UBC law professors are transforming legal education through innovative collaborations that blend technology, pedagogy and social impact.

@allard.ubc.ca Using AI to support law students and expand access to justice news.ubc.ca/2026/02/usin...

The 26th Interdisciplinary Legal Studies Graduate Conference will take place at the University of British Columbia from May 7-8, 2026.

Graduate students from all disciplines are invited to submit an abstract on the theme "Is law the answer?" by March 2, 2026.
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Solving the puzzles of assisted reproduction Family law is complicated and legal change can be slow, but Allard Law scholars and alumni are making progress.

Family law is complicated and legal change can be slow, but Allard Law scholars and alumni are making progress and solving the puzzles of assisted reproduction. allard.ubc.ca/about-us/new...

Judges are guardians of the Charter, not framers: Brian Bird for Inside Policy | Macdonald-Laurier Institute Perhaps the most important guardrail that will help judges to legitimately engage in moral reasoning in Charter cases is for them to view the constitutional text as something to be guarded rather than...

Allard Law lecturer Brian Bird argues that while judges may need to engage in moral reasoning in some Charter cases, they should be taking the Charter as they find it, and not as they wish it to be. macdonaldlaurier.ca/judges-are-g...

Black History Month - UBCevents Learn more about Black History Month events and resources at UBC Vancouver.

February is #BlackHistoryMonth. Black history and excellence should be celebrated every day, but this month offers a dedicated opportunity to reflect, recognize and elevate Black achievements and history. Find events and resources at UBC: bit.ly/3SGImTD

Lecturer and Co-Director, ICLC Academic Job Category Faculty Bargaining Job Title Lecturer and Co-Director, ICLC Department Faculty | Peter A. Allard School of Law (Ngai Pindell) Posting End Date March 8, 2026 Note: Applications wi...

The Indigenous Community Legal Clinic is hiring a full-time Lecturer and Co-Director who will provide educational, strategic and organizational leadership in a unique legal and academic setting. ubc.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ubcfac...

Can Native American tribes lay claim to territory in Canada? A constitutional scholar says recent court decisions have made that a possibility

Adjunct Professor James Hickling commented on the possibility of Native American tribal groups seeking title claims in Canada. www.theglobeandmail.com/world/articl...

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New open-access guide aims to demystify the rules of evidence For unrepresented litigants, the rules around evidence can be particularly challenging to navigate. A new educational guide by professor Nikos Harris aims to help readers understand how courts actuall...

For the growing number of Canadians who go to court without a lawyer, understanding the rules of evidence can be challenging. A new open-access educational guide by Allard Law professor Nikos Harris aims to help readers understand how courts apply these rules. allard.ubc.ca/about-us/new...

Hootsuite’s ICE Contract Puts Employees in a Tough Spot | The Tyee Employee backlash killed an ICE deal in 2020, but a law professor says times have changed.

Allard Law Professor Joel Bakan says Hootsuite's decision to provide social media monitoring services to ICE signals a shift in how much the company values social responsibility. @thetyee.ca
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“As Canada moves towards enhanced border restrictions, it is imperative for stakeholders to understand how the law actually operates at the land border, and to pay attention to the lived experiences of the people who cross it.”