Webinar July 19, 1-2:30pm: The Supreme Court of Canada’s Extreme Intoxication Decisions: Why We Should Care

The Learning Network is offering a free webinar on Tuesday, July 19 from 1:00-2:30 pm called The Supreme Court of Canada’s Extreme Intoxication Decisions: Why We Should Care.

The Supreme Court of Canada recently began allowing "extreme intoxication" as a defense for crimes, including, but not limited to, for gender-based violence, such as sexual and intimate partner violence, or hate-based crimes.

"This presentation will look at the recent legal changes connected to the “extreme intoxication” defense and its implications for survivors of crime. What does this ruling mean for survivors of gender-based violence, such as sexual and intimate partner violence, or hate-based crimes?"

For more information and to register visit: https://www.vawlearningnetwork.ca/webinars/upcoming-webinars/index.html