BCCLA calls on School Board to throw out rights violating devices
The B.C. Civil Liberties Association is insisting that the Vancouver School Board remove 33 “Mosquito” noise devices that target children from schools across the city. The devices emit a loud […]
BCCLA President wins award
The BCCLA is pleased to announce that BCCLA Board President Robert Holmes, Q.C. is the 2012 winner of the Trial Lawyers Association of B.C.’s Bar Award, which honours members of […]
Rio Theatre wins fight for equal entertainment rights
The BCCLA congratulates the Rio Theatre on succeeding in its fight to ensure the government does not favour one form of entertainment over another in awarding liquor licenses. Corrine Lea, […]
Supreme Court of Canada to rule on freedom of expression in defamation cases
Ottawa – On Wednesday, April 18, the Supreme Court of Canada will be rendering its decisions in two cases: Richard C. Breeden, et al. v. Conrad Black, et al. and […]
BC Civil Liberties Association turns 50!
Media Advisory: BC Civil Liberties Association turns 50! …and Vancouver is invited to the party! For five decades, the BCCLA has been a vanguard in the fight for civil and […]
Supreme Court to Rule on Warrantless Wiretaps
Ottawa – On Friday, April 13, 2012, the Supreme Court of Canada will issue its decision in R. v. Tse, a case concerning the constitutionality of warrantless wiretaps conducted by […]
BC Civil Liberties Association opens office in Northern BC
The BCCLA is proud to announce the opening of their first satellite office in Prince George, British Columbia. The office will be staffed by volunteers and will assist members of […]
Supreme Court of Canada to rule in Aboriginal sentencing cases
Ottawa – On Friday, March 23, 2012, the Supreme Court of Canada will deliver its decisions in R. v. Ladue and R. v. Ipeelee, two companion cases dealing with the […]
Alvin Wright’s father issues statement, holding media availability
The father of Langley RCMP shooting victim Alvin Wright has issued a statement about the recent report of the Office of the Police Complaint Commissioner. He will be available for […]
Alvin Wright’s father asks for time before commenting on RCMP review
The father of Langley RCMP shooting victim Alvin Wright is asking media for some time to review the decision of the Office of the Police Complaint Commissioner (“PCC”) not to […]
