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 Association (CBA). A transcript of her remarks can be found here. To read more on the CBA position on this Bill, click here.
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The first half of 2026 has provided numerous opportunities for discussion and engagement on issues affecting criminal law, constitutional rights, and the administration of justice in Canada. Through media…
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Over the past few months, Melanie has spoken frequently on Canada’s evolving bail and criminal justice landscape. An important part of her advocacy work for the Canadian Bar Association and for the bar…
Melanie spoke with CBA National on Bill C-332 (“An Act to amend the Criminal Code (coercive control of intimate partner)”). Melanie spoke on behalf of the CBA Criminal Justice section with regard to concerns…