Justice In Our Times

Justice information, news and resources for British Columbians.

Featured Lecture Video

  • Central American Crime: Justice In Our Times
    Central American Crime: Justice In Our Times

    On January 27, the Society gathered a panel of speakers with differing perspectives of the international impact of Central American crime.

    Topics included the evolution of gangs in El Salvador, the legal and social impact of Central American crime in BC, and the Society's work to strengthen the region's justice systems.

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  • Gang Wars: Justice In Our Times
    Gang Wars: Justice In Our Times

    Gang Wars: Justice in Our Times featured four panelists discussing how our justice system and communities can better respond to BC's gang problem.

    Watch the event, which covered numerous topics including legislation changes, witness protection, publication bans and early intervention.


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  • Aboriginal Justice In Our Times
    Aboriginal Justice In Our Times

    On March 3rd, a panel of notable speakers presented thought-provoking ideas and opinions on legal issues facing the Aboriginal community.


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  • Pioneering in the Fight against Human Trafficking
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    In November 2008, Patsy Sorensen, founder and director of the Belgian non-governmental organization Payoke, delivered a presentation titled "Pioneering in the Fight Against Human Trafficking" to a crowded room at SFU Harbour Centre.

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Presentations

Helen Mack

In collaboration with the Justice Education Society, The Criminal Justice Branch of the Ministry of the Attorney General hosted a lunch and learn session with Helen Mack, the leading Human Rights activist from Guatemala.

Central American Crime

The latest Justice In Our Times event saw a diverse group of speakers discuss a range of issues related to Central American crime.

Gang Wars: Justice In Our Times

Gang Wars: Justice in Our Times featured four panelists discussing how our justice system can better respond to BC’s gang problem. Watch videos

Aboriginal Justice In Our Times

Watch videos from our March 3rd speaker event at the Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre, where a panel of notable speakers presented thought-provoking ideas and opinions on legal issues facing the Aboriginal community.

Payoke Human Trafficking Presentation

Watch videos from a presentation by Patsy Sörensen, director and founder of the Belgian NGO Payoke, on Human Trafficking.