On June 10, 2020, Melanie appeared in front of the Standing Committee on Justice Policy at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, on behalf of the Ontario Bar Association. She provided submissions on Bill 161, the Smarter and Stronger Justice Act, 2020. Read more about the OBA’s position here.
On February 28th, Melanie spoke via webcast to the Ontario Bar Association on the topic of “post-bail hearing practical considerations”, specifically, bail variations and bail reviews.
On October 4th, Melanie testified before the Senate Standing Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs, on Bill C-48, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (bail reform), representing the Canadian Bar…
Melanie was elected by acclamation as Toronto Regional Director to the Ontario Bar Association for 2023-2024. Click here for the announcement and full slate.