Schulich School of Law, Dalhousie University
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Located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, this vibrant and close-knit community of law students and faculty is ranked one of the top 100 places in the world to study law by the Times Higher Education’s 2025 World University Rankings by Subject.
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You're invited to join members of the Schulich Law community for the Horace E. Read Memorial Lecture on Wednesday, January 28, at 7 pm, featuring Canadian human rights lawyer Jameel Jaffer, director of the Knight First Amendment Institute, Columbia University. For details: https://bit.ly/4sSbuHk
January 21, 2026 at 4:12 PM
You're invited to join members of the Schulich Law community for the Horace E. Read Memorial Lecture on Wednesday, January 28, at 7 pm, featuring Canadian human rights lawyer Jameel Jaffer, director of the Knight First Amendment Institute, Columbia University. For details: https://bit.ly/4sSbuHk
Reminder! We hope you can join us tomorrow for the launch of Professor Andrew Flavelle Martin's book, "Legal Ethics and the Attorney General: A Canadian Analysis." TUE. JAN. 20 | 5PM | Room W104 | WELDON LAW BUILDING | For details: bit.ly/454ctu4
January 19, 2026 at 8:22 PM
Reminder! We hope you can join us tomorrow for the launch of Professor Andrew Flavelle Martin's book, "Legal Ethics and the Attorney General: A Canadian Analysis." TUE. JAN. 20 | 5PM | Room W104 | WELDON LAW BUILDING | For details: bit.ly/454ctu4
The Schulich School of Law is proudly marking a significant moment for the faculty's scholarly publishing as we celebrate Schulich Law Scholars' surpassing one million digital downloads last month! To learn more: https://bit.ly/4qvTTDL #weldonproud
January 19, 2026 at 4:42 PM
The Schulich School of Law is proudly marking a significant moment for the faculty's scholarly publishing as we celebrate Schulich Law Scholars' surpassing one million digital downloads last month! To learn more: https://bit.ly/4qvTTDL #weldonproud
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TODAY! "Connecting Mental Health & Justice: Scaling up Health Justice Partnerships in Mental Health Settings" w/ Tess Sheldon
🕛 Time: 12:10 - 1:20 PM
📷 In-Person: Weldon Law Building, Room 305
*ROOM CHANGE to 305*
dal.ca/faculty/law/
@schulichlaw.bsky.social
🕛 Time: 12:10 - 1:20 PM
📷 In-Person: Weldon Law Building, Room 305
*ROOM CHANGE to 305*
dal.ca/faculty/law/
@schulichlaw.bsky.social
January 16, 2026 at 12:48 PM
TODAY! "Connecting Mental Health & Justice: Scaling up Health Justice Partnerships in Mental Health Settings" w/ Tess Sheldon
🕛 Time: 12:10 - 1:20 PM
📷 In-Person: Weldon Law Building, Room 305
*ROOM CHANGE to 305*
dal.ca/faculty/law/
@schulichlaw.bsky.social
🕛 Time: 12:10 - 1:20 PM
📷 In-Person: Weldon Law Building, Room 305
*ROOM CHANGE to 305*
dal.ca/faculty/law/
@schulichlaw.bsky.social
The Schulich School of Law is currently inviting applications for the role of Director of the law school's new Tax Dispute Clinic.
For more information about the role and details on how to apply, please visit our website: https://bit.ly/4jFATA6
The posting closes on February 8, 2026.
For more information about the role and details on how to apply, please visit our website: https://bit.ly/4jFATA6
The posting closes on February 8, 2026.
January 13, 2026 at 5:33 PM
The Schulich School of Law is currently inviting applications for the role of Director of the law school's new Tax Dispute Clinic.
For more information about the role and details on how to apply, please visit our website: https://bit.ly/4jFATA6
The posting closes on February 8, 2026.
For more information about the role and details on how to apply, please visit our website: https://bit.ly/4jFATA6
The posting closes on February 8, 2026.
As part of its Speaker Series, the Dalhousie Health Justice Institute invites you to attend "Connecting Mental Health & Justice: Scaling Up Health Justice Partnerships in Mental Health Settings," led by Tess Sheldon, University of Windsor professor and director of its Mental Health Justice Clinic.
January 12, 2026 at 6:15 PM
As part of its Speaker Series, the Dalhousie Health Justice Institute invites you to attend "Connecting Mental Health & Justice: Scaling Up Health Justice Partnerships in Mental Health Settings," led by Tess Sheldon, University of Windsor professor and director of its Mental Health Justice Clinic.
Congratulations to Schulich Law Professor Dr. Sherry Pictou, who was recognized with a Nova Scotia Human Rights Award in December for her leadership in advancing Mi'kmaq rights, revitalizing traditional governance, and confronting racism and sexism. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3NemeQd
January 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Congratulations to Schulich Law Professor Dr. Sherry Pictou, who was recognized with a Nova Scotia Human Rights Award in December for her leadership in advancing Mi'kmaq rights, revitalizing traditional governance, and confronting racism and sexism. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3NemeQd
The Schulich School of Law is pleased to invite members of the Dalhousie community to a special event with the 2025 CBC Massey Lecturer Alex Neve, O.C. (LLB '87) on January 21. Seating is limited, RSVP for tickets online: https://bit.ly/3N5Fhw9 | Lecture details: https://bit.ly/4sz3laI
January 9, 2026 at 6:34 PM
The Schulich School of Law is pleased to invite members of the Dalhousie community to a special event with the 2025 CBC Massey Lecturer Alex Neve, O.C. (LLB '87) on January 21. Seating is limited, RSVP for tickets online: https://bit.ly/3N5Fhw9 | Lecture details: https://bit.ly/4sz3laI
You are invited to attend the 17th annual Douglas M. Johnston Lecture, "Lived Experience and Climate Justice – Reframing Priorities," on January 15 at 7pm, featuring speaker Eliza Morgera, UN special rapporteur on climate change. For details, please visit our events calendar: https://bit.ly/3Niev3u
January 8, 2026 at 7:24 PM
You are invited to attend the 17th annual Douglas M. Johnston Lecture, "Lived Experience and Climate Justice – Reframing Priorities," on January 15 at 7pm, featuring speaker Eliza Morgera, UN special rapporteur on climate change. For details, please visit our events calendar: https://bit.ly/3Niev3u
Congratulations to @schulichlaw.bsky.social faculty member and former Dean, @dalhousieu.bsky.social President Kim Brooks, on her recent appointment to the Order of Canada.
Learn why she is being honoured: bit.ly/4ju6nJ6
#weldonproud
Learn why she is being honoured: bit.ly/4ju6nJ6
#weldonproud
President Kim Brooks, Dr. Pat Croskerry appointed to Order of Canada
The latest set of appointments to one of Canada's highest honours has a number of familiar Dal faces, including President Kim Brooks and retired Faculty of Medicine faculty member Dr. Pat Croskerry.
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January 7, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Congratulations to @schulichlaw.bsky.social faculty member and former Dean, @dalhousieu.bsky.social President Kim Brooks, on her recent appointment to the Order of Canada.
Learn why she is being honoured: bit.ly/4ju6nJ6
#weldonproud
Learn why she is being honoured: bit.ly/4ju6nJ6
#weldonproud
This is a friendly reminder that if you are applying to the Schulich School of Law, you must (1) submit an online application, (2) complete a personal statement, and (3) pay the application fee BY JANUARY 10TH to be considered for the 2026-2027 academic year. Details online: https://bit.ly/4qLjmJU
January 6, 2026 at 3:42 PM
This is a friendly reminder that if you are applying to the Schulich School of Law, you must (1) submit an online application, (2) complete a personal statement, and (3) pay the application fee BY JANUARY 10TH to be considered for the 2026-2027 academic year. Details online: https://bit.ly/4qLjmJU
✨ Warm Wishes from Weldon 🖤 💛
December 19, 2025 at 4:10 PM
✨ Warm Wishes from Weldon 🖤 💛
Congratulations to Dalhousie alumnus the Honourable Peter Rosinski (BComm '81, MBA '82, LLB '85), Justice of the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia, on his retirement last week after more than 15 years on the Bench. 🎉 To learn more: https://bit.ly/4aod1OJ.
Justice Peter Rosinski Retires from the Supreme Court | The Courts of Nova Scotia
The Honourable Peter Rosinski, Justice of the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia, is retiring after more than 15 years on the Bench.
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December 18, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Congratulations to Dalhousie alumnus the Honourable Peter Rosinski (BComm '81, MBA '82, LLB '85), Justice of the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia, on his retirement last week after more than 15 years on the Bench. 🎉 To learn more: https://bit.ly/4aod1OJ.
Congratulations to the Honourable Justice Catherine V. Weiler (LLB '05), who was appointed a Judge of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario in Toronto last week. 👏 To learn more: https://bit.ly/48KxfRD
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces judicial appointments in the province of Ontario
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, today announced the following appointments under t...
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December 18, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Congratulations to the Honourable Justice Catherine V. Weiler (LLB '05), who was appointed a Judge of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario in Toronto last week. 👏 To learn more: https://bit.ly/48KxfRD
Congratulations to the Honourable Justice Bryna Hatt (LLB '07) on her recent appointment to the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia. Justice Hatt will preside in Pictou. 👏 To learn more: https://bit.ly/4j4iHQ4
Two New Judges Appointed to the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia | The Courts of Nova Scotia
The Supreme Court of Nova Scotia has welcomed two new judges with the appointments of the Honourable Justice Bryna Hatt and the Honourable Justice Michelle Kelly.
courts.ns.ca
December 18, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Congratulations to the Honourable Justice Bryna Hatt (LLB '07) on her recent appointment to the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia. Justice Hatt will preside in Pictou. 👏 To learn more: https://bit.ly/4j4iHQ4
🎶 ❄️ "...a beautiful sight, we're happy tonight, walking in a winter Weldonland" ❄️
#WeldonProud #SchulichLaw
#WeldonProud #SchulichLaw
December 16, 2025 at 6:50 PM
🎶 ❄️ "...a beautiful sight, we're happy tonight, walking in a winter Weldonland" ❄️
#WeldonProud #SchulichLaw
#WeldonProud #SchulichLaw
You have until Jan. 16 to submit your 2026 Aurum Award nominations! Each year, DAL alumni are recognized for their achievements in innovation, community engagement, leadership, and contributions to the social, cultural, and economic well-being of society. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3D0BqLq
December 11, 2025 at 4:09 PM
You have until Jan. 16 to submit your 2026 Aurum Award nominations! Each year, DAL alumni are recognized for their achievements in innovation, community engagement, leadership, and contributions to the social, cultural, and economic well-being of society. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3D0BqLq
Schulich Law PhD student Loveth Ovedje’s (LLM '24) latest blog is now live on Dalhousie's OpenThink site! Her research examines how developing countries can use innovative financial tools to accelerate the shift to renewable energy. Read it here: https://bit.ly/48z7GTC @dalgradstudies.bsky.social
December 10, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Schulich Law PhD student Loveth Ovedje’s (LLM '24) latest blog is now live on Dalhousie's OpenThink site! Her research examines how developing countries can use innovative financial tools to accelerate the shift to renewable energy. Read it here: https://bit.ly/48z7GTC @dalgradstudies.bsky.social
Wishing @schulichlaw.bsky.social students good luck on their exams and reminding them to take regular study breaks during this stressful time with a visit to the Schulich Law Exam Treat Tree! 🍪🎄
December 8, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Wishing @schulichlaw.bsky.social students good luck on their exams and reminding them to take regular study breaks during this stressful time with a visit to the Schulich Law Exam Treat Tree! 🍪🎄
The Schulich School of Law is pleased to introduce alumna Kristan Belanger (BA ’19, JD ’22, MI ’25), who returned to the law school in September to join the team in the Sir James Dunn Law Library as an Instruction & Public Services Librarian. To learn more: https://bit.ly/4oxC719 #weldonproud
December 1, 2025 at 6:22 PM
The Schulich School of Law is pleased to introduce alumna Kristan Belanger (BA ’19, JD ’22, MI ’25), who returned to the law school in September to join the team in the Sir James Dunn Law Library as an Instruction & Public Services Librarian. To learn more: https://bit.ly/4oxC719 #weldonproud
The Indigenous Bar Association Law Student Scholarship Foundation selected second-year Schulich Law students Mairi Denny and Neylan Stevens, of Eskasoni Mi'kmaw Nation in Cape Breton, as this year's two annual scholarship recipients. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3KsvlM4 📸: (1) Denny (2) Stevens
November 28, 2025 at 5:59 PM
The Indigenous Bar Association Law Student Scholarship Foundation selected second-year Schulich Law students Mairi Denny and Neylan Stevens, of Eskasoni Mi'kmaw Nation in Cape Breton, as this year's two annual scholarship recipients. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3KsvlM4 📸: (1) Denny (2) Stevens
Congratulations to Schulich Law Prof Cheryl Simon, whose piece 'Sasap' won a Salt Spring National Art Prize Jurors’ Choice Award. A proud Mi’kmaq woman from Epekwitk (PEI), she has been practicing porcupine quillwork for 18 yrs, recently expanding into basket making: For More: https://bit.ly/48mA2yO
November 27, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Congratulations to Schulich Law Prof Cheryl Simon, whose piece 'Sasap' won a Salt Spring National Art Prize Jurors’ Choice Award. A proud Mi’kmaq woman from Epekwitk (PEI), she has been practicing porcupine quillwork for 18 yrs, recently expanding into basket making: For More: https://bit.ly/48mA2yO
Congratulations to Schulich Law Asst. Prof. Anthony Rosborough (JD ’15), who successfully defended his PhD thesis, “Our Own Devices: Recovering Human Agency through the Right to Repair,” at the European University Institute in Florence, Italy, on Friday. #WeldonProud @cdntechlaw.bsky.social
November 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Congratulations to Schulich Law Asst. Prof. Anthony Rosborough (JD ’15), who successfully defended his PhD thesis, “Our Own Devices: Recovering Human Agency through the Right to Repair,” at the European University Institute in Florence, Italy, on Friday. #WeldonProud @cdntechlaw.bsky.social
Congratulations to Shawn Courtney, Sophia King Gillis, Julie Tremblay, and Maryjane Sexton on their outstanding showing in the 2025 Smith Shield Moot. The top two individual mooters – Tremblay and Sexton – took home the A.S. Pattillo Prize in Advocacy. Smith Shield recap: https://bit.ly/48fdwYS
November 24, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Congratulations to Shawn Courtney, Sophia King Gillis, Julie Tremblay, and Maryjane Sexton on their outstanding showing in the 2025 Smith Shield Moot. The top two individual mooters – Tremblay and Sexton – took home the A.S. Pattillo Prize in Advocacy. Smith Shield recap: https://bit.ly/48fdwYS
In the 2025 CBC Massey Lectures, international human rights lawyer and Schulich Law alum Alex Neve (LLB '87) explored where the promise of universal human rights comes from, where we've fallen short, and what we can do now to renew the promise of universality. Listen here: https://bit.ly/4pjIfL6
November 21, 2025 at 7:25 PM
In the 2025 CBC Massey Lectures, international human rights lawyer and Schulich Law alum Alex Neve (LLB '87) explored where the promise of universal human rights comes from, where we've fallen short, and what we can do now to renew the promise of universality. Listen here: https://bit.ly/4pjIfL6