TORONTO, November 22, 2018 – International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is a time to examine the reasons why violence against women and girls (VAWG) continues to rise around the world. The United Nations’ designated day, observed on November 25, puts a spotlight on this human rights violation of physical, sexual or […]
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York U experts available for comment on Legalized Cannabis tomorrow
TORONTO, October 16 2018 – As Canada takes this historic step, many people have lingering questions about the impact legal marijuana will have on our society. There is no doubt that the availability of pot in the open market is the subject of differing opinions, and York has the experts to discuss Ontario’s approach, the critical […]
Rob Wildeboer awarded Hennick Medal for Career Achievement
TORONTO, Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018 – The Jay and Barbara Hennick Centre for Business and Law at York University’s Osgoode Hall Law School and the Schulich School of Business has announced that Rob Wildeboer (LLB/MBA ’85), Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of Martinrea International Inc., is the recipient of the 2017 Hennick Medal for Career Achievement. […]
York University research helps to inform the design of scientific advisory committees
Safeguarding the legitimacy of scientific advice in an era of “fake news” TORONTO, Friday, Sept. 28, 2018 –At a time of “fake news” and a growing mistrust of scientific experts, researchers at York University’s Global Strategy Lab are working to increase the likelihood that policy decisions will be informed by the best available science. Steven J. […]
Indigenous law scholar John Borrows receives honorary degree from York University
TORONTO, June 22, 2018 ─ Indigenous law scholar John Borrows, who is internationally acclaimed for his publications, research and community activism, was recognized with an honorary doctor of laws degree from York University today. Borrows, who received his honorary degree during Osgoode Hall Law School’s spring convocation ceremony, has had a celebrated academic career at […]
What public should know on National Indigenous Peoples Day, York U experts
TORONTO, Tuesday, June 19, 2018 – As National Indigenous Peoples Day approaches, York University Indigenous experts can discuss Indigenous slavery in Canada, gender and colonization, justice, Métis treaties, the importance of Indigenizing education, as well as Indigenous knowledge systems and their effect on environmental governance and sustainable development, and more. Signa Daum Shanks (Métis), an […]
Osgoode participates in Institute for the Future of Law Practice
Boot camp, paid internships designed to dramatically upgrade students’ skills TORONTO, Thursday, May 17, 2018 – Five students from York University’s Osgoode Hall Law School have been selected to participate in an innovative new three-week training boot camp in Chicago this month, followed by paid internships this summer, as part of the Institute for the […]
