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Born in a French-speaking region of Cameroon, first-year student Sandra Kemzang brings her rich cultural heritage and a passion for equity to her role as the 1L representative for the Regroupement étudiant de common law en français (RÉCLEF).

Dr. Danielle Lussier, LLL 2006, LLB 2007, LLM 2008, PhD-Law 2021, Red River Métis and citizen of the Manitoba Métis Federation, has been appointed to the Order of Ontario.

Over the past two decades, Canada’s immigration and refugee system has grown more complex, unpredictable, and restrictive. Yet, the country’s glowing global reputation as a gold standard for immigration remains unshaken. But how well do Canada’s current practices truly measure up to its international commitments?

Professor Adam Dodek published two books in 2024; both have been named to the The Hill Times’ list of the 100 Best Books of 2024.

The Common Law Sections is delighted to welcome Assistant Professor Matt Malone, who officially joined us on January 1.

The Common Law Section is pleased to welcome Assistant Professor Hugo B. Lafrenière, who joined the Programme de common law en français (PCLF) on January 1, 2025.

Several Common Law Section faculty members have been honoured in the 2024 Clawbies: the Canadian Law Blog Awards recognizing the best online Canadian legal content from the past year.

As 2024 draws to a close, the Common Law Section is proud to reflect on and celebrate a year marked by notable achievements, collaborations, and a continuing commitment to excellence. Here are the top stories that shaped our journey over the past year.

Alum Sam Sasan Shoamanesh has been presented with the 2024 International Bar Association (IBA) Award for Outstanding Contribution by a Legal Practitioner to Human Rights for his extraordinary dedication to defending human rights and cultivating the international Rule of Law for over two decades, particularly during his work at the International Criminal Court (ICC).

The Ontario government is pleased to announce the appointment of Justice Martel to the Ontario Court of Justice. Chief Justice Sharon Nicklas has assigned Justice Martel to Ottawa.