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Violence sexuelle: Obtenir de l’aide juridique

Fiche d'information d'une série sur la violence sexuelle énumérant les possibilités d'obtenir une aide juridique, comprenant des informations juridiques, ainsi que de trouver et parler à un avocat.
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Last Update: 2022

Violence sexuelle: Recours en droit civil

Fiche d'information dans une série sur la violence sexuelle décrivant les recours de droit civil disponibles pour les personnes ayant subi des violences sexuelles.
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Last Update: 2022

Violence sexuelle: Signalement de la violence sexuelle à la police

Fiche d'information d'une série sur la violence sexuelle décrivant comment signaler un crime à la police, ainsi qu'un aperçu du processus et des personnes dans le système de justice pénale.
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Last Update: 2022

Violence sexuelle: Trafic sexuel

Fiche d'information dans une série sur la violence sexuelle décrivant le trafic sexuel, y compris les lois et les ordonnances de protection contre le trafic humain en Alberta.
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Last Update: 2022

Voyager avec des enfants

Fiche d'information sur les questions juridiques et les conseils pratiques pour les parents qui voyagent avec des enfants.(passeports, les voyages sans l'autre parent, etc.)
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Last Update: 2021

What happens when a business owner divorces? 

Two-part LawNow article for divorcing business owners discussing how to deal with and insulate business assets when dividing family property.
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What happens when farmers divorce?

LawNow article addressing the unique challenges facing farming families that separate, including buying out farms and calculating support.
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What happens when someone does not comply with Alberta’s OHS laws?

LawNow article describing the real consequences of not following occupational health and safety (OHS) laws in Alberta, including possible jail time and fines.
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What If Parents Do Not Agree on Vaccinating Their Children?

LawNow article describing case law about parents disagreeing on vaccinating their children against COVID-19.
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What is Abuse?

Info sheet describing the different forms of abuse.
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Last Update: 2021

When the Doorbell Rings: Direct sales contracts

LawNow article on what direct sales contracts are, with information on cancellation rights, disclosure statements and tips on how to protect yourself.
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Willownet

A CPLEA website all about abuse and the law in Alberta, with information about leaving the abuse, keeping the abuser away, and getting help.
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Wills, Personal Directives and Powers of Attorney: What’s the difference?

LawNow article discussing three document usually included in an estate plan: a Will, Enduring Power of Attorney, and Personal Directive.
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Working from Home: Income tax issues

LawNow article about income tax issues when working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Working with a Lawyer

Info sheet providing practical tips for working with a lawyer, who can help you understand the issue, the law, and the processes you must follow.
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Last Update: 2021

Would You Recognize Workplace Discrimination? 9 Examples of What It Could Look Like

Article discussing 9 examples of workplace discrimination that an employee may not think of as discrimination.
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You’ve Lost Your Job … Now What?

Booklet with detailed legal information about things to think about when you've lost your job, including why you lost your job and next legal steps.
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Last Update: 2019

Your Rights at Work – Employment Standards Law (Infographic)

Infographic about employment standards laws, both Alberta's Employment Standards Code and the Canada Labour Code.
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Last Update: 2019

Your Rights When Renting – Age Discrimination

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Last Update: 2019

Your Rights When Renting – Age Discrimination – Arabic

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Your Rights When Renting – Age Discrimination – Somali

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Your Rights When Renting – Basic Rights and Responsibilities

The Alberta Human Rights Act protects you from discrimination and makes sure that you have an equal opportunities.
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Last Update: 2019

Your Rights When Renting – Duty to Accomodate Seniors in Housing

Senior tenants may have special needs which require accommodation in housing.
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Last Update: 2019

Your Rights When Renting – Elder Abuse and Neglect

This booklet provides you with some of the signs to watch for and ways to address or report elder abuse or neglect.
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Last Update: 2019

Your Rights When Renting – Harassment and Discrimination

The Alberta Human Rights Act helps to protect renters from discrimination and harrassment.
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Last Update: 2016

Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Affordable Housing

The Alberta Housing Act creates the opportunity for seniors to live in housing they can afford.
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Last Update: 2019

Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Affordable Housing

The Alberta Housing Act creates the opportunity for seniors to live in housing they can afford.
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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Affordable Housing – ARABIC TRANSLATION

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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Affordable Housing – ARABIC TRANSLATION

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Your Rights When Renting – Housing for Seniors: Affordable Housing – SOMALI TRANSLATION

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