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Ancient Mesopotamian justice scene with law stone

The First False Accusation Laws in History

Canada has had its share of unusual laws. Explore the fascinating history behind outdated Canadian laws, discover which ones have been repealed, which surprising laws still exist, and separate legal fact from fiction.

Sara Santos-Vigneault

4 days ago4 min read

House with gavel and property law book beside a No Trespassing sign

House with gavel and property law book beside a No Trespassing sign

Squatters' Rights in Canada: Myth vs. Reality

Do squatters really have rights in Canada? Learn the truth behind one of Canada's most misunderstood legal topics, including how adverse possession works, common myths, and why the rules vary by province.

Sara Santos-Vigneault

Jul 2012 min read

Poster about Aboriginal title and private property claims in Canada.

Poster about Aboriginal title and private property claims in Canada.

Aboriginal Title and Private Property Claims in Canada: What the Law Says and Why the Debate Continues

Recent decisions in Cowichan Tribes v. Canada (Attorney General), 2025 BCSC 1490 and Wolastoqey Nations v. New Brunswick, 2025 NBCA 129 have renewed debate about Aboriginal title and private property rights in Canada. This article examines the legal principles behind Aboriginal title, the significance of these landmark cases, and the unresolved questions that continue to shape this evolving area of Canadian law.

Sara Santos-Vigneault

Jun 69 min read

Chicken with glasses reads "Municipal Bylaws" on red chair.

Chicken with glasses reads "Municipal Bylaws" on red chair.

Backyard Chickens in Ontario: Municipal Law, Urban Regulation, and Changing Use of Property

Backyard chickens and local bylaws in Ontario

Sara Santos-Vigneault

May 44 min read

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Meet Canada's most notorious repeat offender: the Canada Goose.

Accused of assaulting joggers, intimidating golfers, blocking traffic, terrorizing parks, and demanding bread with absolutely no remorse, this feathered menace has become a national legend.

While this cartoon is all in good fun, it highlights one of Canada's most recognizable wildlife troublemakers!

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Meet Canada's most notorious repeat offender: the Canada Goose.

Accused of assaulting joggers, intimidating golfers, blocking traffic, terrorizing parks, and demanding bread with absolutely no remorse, this feathered menace has become a national legend.

While this cartoon is all in good fun, it highlights one of Canada's most recognizable wildlife troublemakers!

For more legal information, interesting cases, legal history, and uniquely Canadian law stories, visit:

🌐 https://www.remiellaw.ca/

#CanadaGoose #CanadianHumour #LegalHistory #CanadianLaw #Wildlife #AnimalStories #FunnyCartoon #OntarioLaw #Canada #RemielLaw

Loud music. Barking dogs. Late-night parties. Constant noise.

At what point does a noisy neighbour become a legal issue?

Ontario residents have several options when noise begins affecting their enjoyment of their home, but the law is often more nuanced than people expect.

Read the full article:

https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/how-to-deal-with-noisy-neighbours-in-ontario-legal-information-and-real-case-outcome

Loud music. Barking dogs. Late-night parties. Constant noise.

At what point does a noisy neighbour become a legal issue?

Ontario residents have several options when noise begins affecting their enjoyment of their home, but the law is often more nuanced than people expect.

Read the full article:

https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/how-to-deal-with-noisy-neighbours-in-ontario-legal-information-and-real-case-outcome

In 1932, Australia faced an unexpected problem: emus were destroying crops across parts of Western Australia.

The government's solution? Deploy soldiers armed with machine guns.

The result?

Emus 1.
Man 0.

The emus won.

Known today as the "Great Emu War," this strange but true chapter of history remains one of the most fascinating examples of government policy colliding with nature.

Read more legal history, unusual laws, and fascinating cases at:

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In 1932, Australia faced an unexpected problem: emus were destroying crops across parts of Western Australia.

The government's solution? Deploy soldiers armed with machine guns.

The result?

Emus 1.
Man 0.

The emus won.

Known today as the "Great Emu War," this strange but true chapter of history remains one of the most fascinating examples of government policy colliding with nature.

Read more legal history, unusual laws, and fascinating cases at:

🌐 https://www.remiellaw.ca/

#GreatEmuWar #LegalHistory #AustralianHistory #HistoryFacts #LawAndHistory #StrangeHistory #InterestingFacts #GovernmentPolicy #RemielLaw

Welcome to the Royal Court... where His Honour appears to have been unexpectedly crowned. 👑

Inspired by the famous virtual hearing where a lawyer accidentally appeared as a cat, this cartoon imagines a judge discovering—far too late—that a very enthusiastic filter has joined the proceedings.

Fortunately, justice was still served, even if the Court briefly looked a little more... regal than usual.

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#LegalHumour #RoyalCourt #CourtroomComedy #ZoomCourt #LawLife #FunnyCartoon #LegalHistory #RemielLaw

Welcome to the Royal Court... where His Honour appears to have been unexpectedly crowned. 👑

Inspired by the famous virtual hearing where a lawyer accidentally appeared as a cat, this cartoon imagines a judge discovering—far too late—that a very enthusiastic filter has joined the proceedings.

Fortunately, justice was still served, even if the Court briefly looked a little more... regal than usual.

🌐 https://www.remiellaw.ca/

#LegalHumour #RoyalCourt #CourtroomComedy #ZoomCourt #LawLife #FunnyCartoon #LegalHistory #RemielLaw

A guest leaves your gathering, gets behind the wheel, and causes a serious collision.

Could the host face legal consequences?

Canadian courts have examined this question for years, and the answer is more complex than many people realize.

Read the full article:

https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/legal-risks-for-hosts-when-guests-drink-and-drive-in-canada

A guest leaves your gathering, gets behind the wheel, and causes a serious collision.

Could the host face legal consequences?

Canadian courts have examined this question for years, and the answer is more complex than many people realize.

Read the full article:

https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/legal-risks-for-hosts-when-guests-drink-and-drive-in-canada

Parliament is designed for debate, scrutiny, and accountability — but where is the line between healthy debate and endless gridlock?

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Parliament is designed for debate, scrutiny, and accountability — but where is the line between healthy debate and endless gridlock?

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How much scrutiny should Parliament give legislation before it becomes law?

Recent federal bills, including Bill C-5, Bill C-9, Bill C-12, and Bill C-2, have sparked debate among lawyers, civil liberties groups, Indigenous organizations, and constitutional scholars. Concerns range from Charter rights and privacy protections to Indigenous consultation and procedural fairness.

Read more:

https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/fast-tracking-federal-laws-in-canada-rights-oversight-and-the-growing-debate-over-bill-c-5-bill

#RemielLaw #CanadianLaw #RemielLawJournal

How much scrutiny should Parliament give legislation before it becomes law?

Recent federal bills, including Bill C-5, Bill C-9, Bill C-12, and Bill C-2, have sparked debate among lawyers, civil liberties groups, Indigenous organizations, and constitutional scholars. Concerns range from Charter rights and privacy protections to Indigenous consultation and procedural fairness.

Read more:

https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/fast-tracking-federal-laws-in-canada-rights-oversight-and-the-growing-debate-over-bill-c-5-bill

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“Leading the Herd” — courtroom edition. 🐂⚖️

Legal life can be serious… but sometimes we need to laugh at the chaos.

More legal content, history, and courtroom insights at: Remiel Law Journal

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“Leading the Herd” — courtroom edition. 🐂⚖️

Legal life can be serious… but sometimes we need to laugh at the chaos.

More legal content, history, and courtroom insights at: Remiel Law Journal

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Key Laws from the Code of Ur‑Nammu — a focused look at five surviving laws and what they tell us about early systems of justice, compensation, and societal order.

Read more: https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/keylaws-from-the-code-of-ur-nammu

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Key Laws from the Code of Ur‑Nammu — a focused look at five surviving laws and what they tell us about early systems of justice, compensation, and societal order.

Read more: https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/keylaws-from-the-code-of-ur-nammu

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Paralegals in Ontario can now help with certain family law matters.

A new licence called the Family Legal Services Provider allows trained paralegals to assist with low conflict, procedural family law issues.

They can help with:
• Uncontested or joint divorces
• Child support paperwork and recalculations
• Separation, cohabitation, and marriage agreements where terms are already agreed
• Family court forms and filing steps

They cannot handle contested matters or appear in court.

This is a meaningful change in how family law services are delivered in Ontario.

Read the full article here: https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/paralegals-in-ontario-can-now-help-with-family-law-matters

Paralegals in Ontario can now help with certain family law matters.

A new licence called the Family Legal Services Provider allows trained paralegals to assist with low conflict, procedural family law issues.

They can help with:
• Uncontested or joint divorces
• Child support paperwork and recalculations
• Separation, cohabitation, and marriage agreements where terms are already agreed
• Family court forms and filing steps

They cannot handle contested matters or appear in court.

This is a meaningful change in how family law services are delivered in Ontario.

Read the full article here: https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/paralegals-in-ontario-can-now-help-with-family-law-matters

Family law doesn’t always mean conflict.

In Ontario, licensed paralegals can now help with certain straightforward family law matters.
This article explains what they can help with, where the limits are, and when a lawyer is still needed.

Read more:
https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/paralegals-in-ontario-can-now-help-with-family-law-matters

#FamilyLaw #AccessToJustice #Paralegal #OntarioLaw #LegalServices #FLSP #LawSocietyOfOntario #LegalEducation #AffordableLegalHelp #JusticeSystem #RemielLaw #RemielLawJournal #RemielLawBlog

Family law doesn’t always mean conflict.

In Ontario, licensed paralegals can now help with certain straightforward family law matters.
This article explains what they can help with, where the limits are, and when a lawyer is still needed.

Read more:
https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/paralegals-in-ontario-can-now-help-with-family-law-matters

#FamilyLaw #AccessToJustice #Paralegal #OntarioLaw #LegalServices #FLSP #LawSocietyOfOntario #LegalEducation #AffordableLegalHelp #JusticeSystem #RemielLaw #RemielLawJournal #RemielLawBlog

An eviction order doesn’t mean you must leave immediately.
In Ontario, only a Sheriff can enforce eviction, not a landlord.

Read more here:
https://www.the411on411.ca/post/received-an-eviction-order-in-ontario-understanding-the-basics

#EvictionOntario #TenantRights #OntarioHousing #LandlordAndTenantBoard #KnowYourRights #LegalInfo #CanadianLaw #OntarioLaw #RentalRights #TribunalsOntario #EvictionNotice #HousingHelp #LegalEducation #LTB #HousingMatters #remiellawjournal

An eviction order doesn’t mean you must leave immediately.
In Ontario, only a Sheriff can enforce eviction, not a landlord.

Read more here:
https://www.the411on411.ca/post/received-an-eviction-order-in-ontario-understanding-the-basics

#EvictionOntario #TenantRights #OntarioHousing #LandlordAndTenantBoard #KnowYourRights #LegalInfo #CanadianLaw #OntarioLaw #RentalRights #TribunalsOntario #EvictionNotice #HousingHelp #LegalEducation #LTB #HousingMatters #remiellawjournal

Most sexual harassment doesn’t happen in public.
No witnesses. No recordings. No paper trail.

So how does Ontario law deal with cases that happen behind closed doors?

This article breaks down how tribunals assess credibility, why lack of evidence does not end a case, and how trauma-informed decision-making is changing outcomes.

Read here:
https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/when-the-door-closes-understanding-sexual-harassment-evidence-in-ontario

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Most sexual harassment doesn’t happen in public.
No witnesses. No recordings. No paper trail.

So how does Ontario law deal with cases that happen behind closed doors?

This article breaks down how tribunals assess credibility, why lack of evidence does not end a case, and how trauma-informed decision-making is changing outcomes.

Read here:
https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/when-the-door-closes-understanding-sexual-harassment-evidence-in-ontario

#remiellaw #LegalAwareness #legalblog #legaljournal #canadian #canadianlaw

🚨 Think a speeding ticket is the end of the road? Think again. This reel shows exactly what to do when you’re pulled over in Ontario.

Read more here:
https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/what-happens-when-you-get-a-speeding-ticket-in-ontario-and-how-to-contest-it

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#TrafficTicketHelp #KnowYourRights

🚨 Think a speeding ticket is the end of the road? Think again. This reel shows exactly what to do when you’re pulled over in Ontario.

Read more here:
https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/what-happens-when-you-get-a-speeding-ticket-in-ontario-and-how-to-contest-it

#speedingticketontario #OntarioDrivers #DrivingInCanada #remiellawjournal
#TrafficTicketHelp #KnowYourRights

Who could own land has always been about power.

For much of history, women’s ability to own property depended on where they lived, who they married, and which laws applied to them. Some societies granted women broad rights, while others erased their legal identity entirely.

Explore how women’s property rights have evolved across civilizations and why those legal choices still matter today.

Read more here:
https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/women-property-and-power-in-legal-history

#WomensHistory #LawAndSociety #LegalEducation #PropertyRights #womensrights #remiellaw

Who could own land has always been about power.

For much of history, women’s ability to own property depended on where they lived, who they married, and which laws applied to them. Some societies granted women broad rights, while others erased their legal identity entirely.

Explore how women’s property rights have evolved across civilizations and why those legal choices still matter today.

Read more here:
https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/women-property-and-power-in-legal-history

#WomensHistory #LawAndSociety #LegalEducation #PropertyRights #womensrights #remiellaw

A summons, subpoena, or appearance notice is not optional. It’s a legal order, and missing court can lead to arrest or new charges.

If you receive one, read it carefully, get legal help, and show up.

Knowing what to do protects your rights and your future.

Knowledge is power—especially when it comes to court.

#LegalInfo #KnowYourRights #CourtSummons #CanadaLaw

A summons, subpoena, or appearance notice is not optional. It’s a legal order, and missing court can lead to arrest or new charges.

If you receive one, read it carefully, get legal help, and show up.

Knowing what to do protects your rights and your future.

Knowledge is power—especially when it comes to court.

#LegalInfo #KnowYourRights #CourtSummons #CanadaLaw

What happens after a court order is issued?

The answer depends on where you are in Canada.

Read the full breakdown at remiellaw.ca
https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/what-happens-after-you-get-a-court-order-in-canada-and-how-to-enforce-it

#CanadianLaw #JusticeStudies #LegalInsight #LawAndJustice #LegalEducation

What happens after a court order is issued?

The answer depends on where you are in Canada.

Read the full breakdown at remiellaw.ca
https://www.remiellaw.ca/post/what-happens-after-you-get-a-court-order-in-canada-and-how-to-enforce-it

#CanadianLaw #JusticeStudies #LegalInsight #LawAndJustice #LegalEducation

Exploring law with depth, clarity, and purpose.

Read more thoughtful legal insights at remiellaw.ca

#LegalInsight #LawAndJustice #LegalEducation #JusticeMatters #LawJournal

Exploring law with depth, clarity, and purpose.

Read more thoughtful legal insights at remiellaw.ca

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What Is Mens Rea? (In Plain English)

Mens rea means "guilty mind."

It’s the idea that, to be guilty of a crime, a person must usually have meant to do something wrong or knew what they were doing could hurt someone or break the law.

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What Is Mens Rea? (In Plain English)

Mens rea means "guilty mind."

It’s the idea that, to be guilty of a crime, a person must usually have meant to do something wrong or knew what they were doing could hurt someone or break the law.

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"Tips belong to workers—not employers."

It’s your money—don’t let it get pocketed.

Check out the Canada Labour Code (R.S.C., 1985, c. L-2)
Learn about your gratuities rights below:

https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/L-2/section-166.html

"Tips belong to workers—not employers."

It’s your money—don’t let it get pocketed.

Check out the Canada Labour Code (R.S.C., 1985, c. L-2)
Learn about your gratuities rights below:

https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/L-2/section-166.html

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