Monthly Archives: December 2011

The theory and the practice of well abandonment and surface reclamation in Alberta: the latest episode in the dismal saga of Sarg Oils Limited

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Nigel Bankes

PDF version: The theory and the practice of well abandonment and surface reclamation in Alberta: the latest episode in the dismal saga of Sarg Oils Limited Decision commented on: Sarg Oils Limited, Review of Abandonment Orders AD 2006-17, AD 2006-17A, … Continue reading →

Posted in Environmental, Oil & Gas | 2 Comments

The Repeal of the Long Gun Registry: A Violation of the Federal Government’s Obligations Concerning Violence Against Women?

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Jennifer Koshan

By: Jennifer Koshan PDF Version: The Repeal of the Long Gun Registry: A Violation of the Federal Government’s Obligations Concerning Violence Against Women? Legislation considered: Bill C-19, An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Firearms Act (“Ending the … Continue reading →

Posted in Constitutional, Criminal, Family, Human Rights | 3 Comments

Polar Bear ‘Special Concern’ Designation Raises Some Concerns of Its Own

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Jocelyn Stacey

PDF version: Polar Bear ‘Special Concern’ Designation Raises Some Concerns of Its Own Decision considered: Order Amending Schedule 1 to the Species at Risk Act SOR/2011-233 October 27, 2011. On November 10, 2011, the Federal Government released its decision to … Continue reading →

Posted in Environmental, Protection of Species | 2 Comments

Why Canada Should Not Withdraw from the Kyoto Protocol

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Nigel Bankes

By: Nigel Bankes PDF Version: Why Canada Should Not Withdraw from the Kyoto Protocol  Rumours abound that Canada will withdraw from the Kyoto Protocol later this month. While Canada’s Minister of the Environment, Peter Kent, will not confirm these rumours … Continue reading →

Posted in Climate Change, Environmental | 4 Comments

The property rights debate in Alberta

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Nigel Bankes

PDF version: The property rights debate in Alberta  Document commented on: “Albertans asked for property rights input,” Government of Alberta Press Release, November 24, 2011 Premier Redford has announced the creation of a task force to ask “Albertans for their … Continue reading →

Posted in Natural Resources, Property | 1 Comment