WiCCD Women In Canadian Criminal Defence
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National Organization of Women In Criminal Defence providing support for and ensuring respect, equality and inclusion of all women defence lawyers in Canada.
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Joined December 2021
Improving the world for women and gender non-conforming criminal defence lawyers since January 4, 2022.
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Tools and Resources for Criminal Defence and Awards Ceremony 2025 - YouTube
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WiCCD is partnering with Paralegal Townhall to host a full day CPD on practising criminal defence on Saturday November 15, 2025. Tickets will be $40 and the event is entirely virtual - fabulous speakers. Registration info will follow!
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WiCCD's Executive members @pouchbaby @Hamna_Anwar_ and @IRPlawyer discuss gender bias in the criminal law and within the defence bar. They share ideas for solutions and share personal reflections as well as explain why WiCCD matters and offers hope. On CBA https://t.co/0iSEdCikq6
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Race and Identity-Based Data Collection Interactive Dashboard Update- Toronto Police Service
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WiCCD is pleased to announce that Cassandra DeMelo is now our Acting President until elections are held pursuant to a new governance structure. Cassandra has been a recognized leader in criminal defence throughout her career and we are privileged to have her leadership now.👏
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Our statement regarding the Edmonton Police
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Toronto police officer pleads guilty to criminal charges after shooting man in 2023 - Guelph News
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A Toronto police officer pleaded guilty Wednesday to criminal charges after he shot and seriously injured a Black man in 2023, the victim's lawyer said, as court documents show the man was backing...
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WICCD appreciates all the support we have received from @EmondPublishing and @Hawesman over the years!
It's Women's Equality Day! Today, we recognize the ongoing fight for gender equity in Canada and around the world. In the legal field, representation and equal opportunity remain critical—and progress depends on all of us. At Emond Publishing, we’re proud to support gender
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Watch our YouTube channel today as @IRPlawyer talks about her book on cross-examination with @pouchbaby here: https://t.co/TufNVyeA8z
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WiCCD adopts & supports the @ClaOntario's Statement on this tragedy. The criminal defence bar stands in solidarity with our clients, colleagues & all justice system participants in ensuring everyone's safety and accessible justice for Indigenous people in their home communities.
.@ClaOntario Statement regarding Wapekeka Court Incident We extend our deepest condolences to the community of Wapekeka following the recent tragic shooting during a fly-in court sitting that resulted in the death of a community member. Our thoughts are with the family, loved
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WiCCD has released our Public Statement "Why Wouldn't Women Represent Men accused of Sexual Crimes??" Our webcast on the issue now has over 1000 views! Check out the YouTube episode here: https://t.co/0gqDs8eIjl You can access our Statement here: https://t.co/fpxaci5p6y
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On behalf of the CLA Women’s Committee, here is our answer to Ms. Mallick’s question published Friday in the Toronto Star: https://t.co/pvJeE953Iw
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By the Criminal Lawyers’ Association Women’s Committee In response to the Hockey Canada verdicts, a familiar misogynistic refrain popped up again: why would a woman defend a man accused of sexual...
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See my response submitted to the editor.
Beyond disappointed in this article published by the Star and written by @HeatherMallick
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WiCCD answers the call immediately with an amazing panel of strong, smart, and resilient women talking about women defending sexual assault cases and the administration of justice. A must-watch!
Premiering at 9:00 am this morning, WiCCD's YouTube hosts a discussion with 5 of our members to address the administration of justice issues arising from the London Sex Assault trial verdict & Heather Mallick's nonsense in the Toronto Star. Tune in here: https://t.co/swfDJNSgGz
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Premiering at 9:00 am this morning, WiCCD's YouTube hosts a discussion with 5 of our members to address the administration of justice issues arising from the London Sex Assault trial verdict & Heather Mallick's nonsense in the Toronto Star. Tune in here: https://t.co/swfDJNSgGz
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With @Hamna_Anwar_ properly tagged now!
Join us at 9 am for "Women Defending Sexual Assault Cases", featuring the host of this episode, WiCCD's Treasurer Cassandra DeMelo & WiCCD members @NatashaCalvinho , @Hamna_Anwar, @megandelaronde & @mariarosamuia Discussion on London case & Mallick https://t.co/IXE862DZf2
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Join us at 9 am for "Women Defending Sexual Assault Cases", featuring the host of this episode, WiCCD's Treasurer Cassandra DeMelo & WiCCD members @NatashaCalvinho , @Hamna_Anwar, @megandelaronde & @mariarosamuia Discussion on London case & Mallick https://t.co/IXE862DZf2
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