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Faculty of Law launches new law journal

Posted on: February 6, 2015

The TRU Faculty of Law has launched the Canadian Journal of Comparative and Contemporary Law. The inaugural issue examines the intersection between health law and human rights.

Robert Diab, Faculty of Law, interviewed on CBC television

Posted on: February 4, 2015

Counter-terror law expert Dr. Robert Diab of TRU’s Faculty of Law was interviewed by CBC Television about Bill C-51, the new Anti-Terrorism Act, 2015, unveiled by Parliament on Jan. 30.

Law students conference tackles what’s Trending Now

Posted on: January 28, 2015

The practice of law will undoubtedly face many changes in the not-so-distant future. On Feb. 4 and 5 the faculty of law will host the third annual student run conference Trending Now #NewLaw in the brand new law building, Old Main at Thompson Rivers University.

Couple gives back to their profession and to TRU Law

Posted on: January 23, 2015

Master Rob McDiarmid and Ms. Sharon Matthews, QC, were recognized by Thompson Rivers University for their tireless advocacy to bring the law program to TRU and their ongoing support of the Faculty of Law as donors.

Holiday giving continues

Posted on: December 22, 2014

Seven student families in need will have a merrier holiday thanks to the generosity of a few departments on campus.

Fall 2014 edition of Bridges Magazine

Posted on: December 8, 2014

Read the Fall 2014 edition of Bridges Magazine, featuring campus news, student initiatives, the latest in faculty and student research and community partnerships, and other stories about TRU alumni, students, faculty and staff.

Workshop: Legal planning and the dementia journey

Posted on: November 17, 2014

Law professor giving a free an interactive workshop looking at the legal issues and decisions around demential.

Restorative justice symposium Nov. 15

Posted on: November 14, 2014

A one-day restorative justice symposium will take place at TRU on Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Terrace room of the Campus Activity Centre. Cost is $15 and being done online through Eventbrite.

The legal needs of people living with dementia

Posted on: November 12, 2014

When Law professor Margaret Hall began her research journey into guardianship and dementia, she began by asking the big questions — bringing a philosophical bent to her legal investigation.