Canadian feminist lawyer and women’s advocate
Like moths drawn to an open flame, it seems impossible for us not to stare, gape-mouthed, at the disaster that is the United States — notably, in the person of its president and his various minions – and the catastrophes Continue reading Right here at home
Carsie Blanton’s ongoing determination to find joy, regardless of the circumstances, has inspired me – not for the first time — to try to follow in her footsteps. I thought writing about joy might help me not think about the Continue reading For the joy it brings
The official campaign period for Ontario’s June 2nd election may not begin until May 4th, but candidates and would-be candidates are already chomping at the bit. Over the past few weeks, both my partner and I have received frequent calls Continue reading Election day is coming
The decision of Doug the Grinch Ford’s government to slash $133 million from Legal Aid Ontario’s (LAO) budget earlier this year had immediate and far-reaching consequences for thousands of low-income Ontarians needing legal services and those providing those services. A Continue reading Doug the Grinch (x 2)