Education and information for Canadians
Find the information, contacts and resources you need for all your questions about lawyers, the law, courts and the justice system in Canada.
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Get legal information
In Saskatchewan, the Public Legal Education Association of Saskatchewan helps educate and inform the public about the law, the legal system and your rights. The Legal Resources Library also offers free legal information and education.
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Learn about the justice system and courts
The Department of Justice provides detailed information on Canada’s justice system and courts. The booklet, Canada’s System of Justice, offers a good overview of the Canadian legal system. The Ministry of Justice and Attorney General is an excellent resource for information on the justice system and courts in Saskatchewan.
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Locate a lawyer who offers pro bono legal services
Pro bono services are legal services provided by lawyers for free or at a greatly reduced rate. These organizations offer pro bono services because they believe that everyone deserves access to justice. Contact Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan to find a clinic or assistance in Saskatchewan.
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Learn about judicial independence
Canadian judges are independent. This means they don’t play favourites in court. They are free to decide cases, and they do so based only on the law and the evidence. Watch our video on judicial independence.
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Find a lawyer
Use our Find-a-Lawyer search tool to locate a lawyer who specializes in the area of law you need. You can also search for lawyers by name, firm, language and other search criteria.
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Access legal aid
If you can’t afford a lawyer or legal services, legal aid is available to help. You must qualify for legal aid to access it. Legal aid is government funded. Reach out to Legal Aid Saskatchewan.
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Find help for an issue with your lawyer
The Law Society of Saskatchewan governs the legal profession in our Saskatchewan. Its role is to ensure lawyers meet professional standards. If you have concerns regarding a specific lawyer’s conduct, contact the Law Society of Saskatchewan.
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Practice law in Canada
Interested in getting your law degree? See the list of law schools across Canada where you can pursue your legal education. If you’re a lawyer with international training looking to practice law in Canada, the National Committee on Accreditation will assess your legal education and experience.
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Conduct legal research
Search the Canadian Legal Information Institute database for legislation, courts, judicial decisions and other legal information across Canada.
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Find class action lawsuits
Search our Class Action Database to get information and court documents related to class action lawsuits currently underway across the country.
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Challenge federal laws
The Court Challenges Program provides financial assistance to Canadians who want to challenge unconstitutional federal laws.