Obiter: English Trailer
Obiter: Living Law, Pursuing Justice, Renewing Hope.
Release Date: 03/24/2025
Revitalizing Law: Indigenous Legal Traditions with Dr. Val Napoleon
Obiter: Living Law, Pursuing Justice, Renewing Hope.
Before law school, Dr. Val Napoleon worked as a community activist with the Gitxsan and Wet'suwet'en Peoples of British Columbia. She learned their legal traditions holistically - from those actively practicing them - an experience that profoundly shaped her approach to law. This foundation continues to influence her work as she reimagines the possibilities for both Indigenous and Canadian legal systems. A member of the Saulteaux First Nation and an adopted member of the Gitenyau, Dr. Napoleon is a trailblazer in the revitalization of Indigenous law. She began law school as a grandmother and...
info_outline
Building Justice and Shaping the Evolution of Law with Frank Iacobucci
Obiter: Living Law, Pursuing Justice, Renewing Hope.
Building justice and shaping the evolution of law is an ongoing pursuit—one that Frank Iacobucci has dedicated his life to. In this episode of Obiter, we explore his remarkable career and enduring impact on Canadian law reform. A graduate of UBC and Cambridge, Iacobucci began his legal career in New York before returning to Canada to teach law in Toronto. He later became Dean of the University of Toronto’s Law School, moved into university leadership, and ultimately took on key roles in government and the judiciary. His path led him to Ottawa, where he served as Deputy Minister of Justice,...
info_outline
Tisser les liens entre le droit et la littérature, avec l’écrivaine Kim Thúy
Obiter: Living Law, Pursuing Justice, Renewing Hope.
Dans cet épisode d'Obiter, Shauna Van Praagh, présidente de la Commission du droit du Canada, reçoit Kim Thùy, écrivaine québécoise d’origine vietnamienne qui a aussi été interprète, restauratrice, et juriste. Kim Thùy partage l’histoire émouvante de son arrivée au Canada et l’accueil des gens de Granby, avant de discuter de son parcours en droit et ses influences sur son œuvre littéraire. Le tout conclu par une réflexion inspirante sur l'optimisme et l'espoir. Photo: Karine Levesque
info_outline
Obiter: Bande-annonce
Obiter: Living Law, Pursuing Justice, Renewing Hope.
Obiter : Vivre le droit, poursuivre la justice, renouveler l’espoir est un balado de , animé par sa présidente, Shauna Van Praagh. S'inspirant du terme juridique obiter dicta – des mots d’abord considérés comme secondaires mais qui s'avèrent parfois les plus importants – le balado met en lumière des aspects inaperçus mais significatifs du droit et de la justice. Chaque épisode propose des conversations stimulantes avec des personnes de tout le Canada qui façonnent, remettent en question et réimaginent le droit de manière novatrice et significative. Qu'il s'agisse de...
info_outline
Obiter: English Trailer
Obiter: Living Law, Pursuing Justice, Renewing Hope.
Obiter: living law, pursuing justice, renewing hope is a compelling podcast from , hosted by its President, Shauna Van Praagh. Rooted in the legal term obiter dicta—words initially seen as secondary but sometimes proving to be the most significant—the podcast shines a light on overlooked yet powerful aspects of law and justice. Each episode features thought-provoking conversations with individuals across Canada who are shaping, challenging, and reimagining law in innovative and meaningful ways. From lawyers and scholars to activists and artists, guests bring unique perspectives on the...
info_outlineObiter: living law, pursuing justice, renewing hope is a compelling podcast from the Law Commission of Canada, hosted by its President, Shauna Van Praagh. Rooted in the legal term obiter dicta—words initially seen as secondary but sometimes proving to be the most significant—the podcast shines a light on overlooked yet powerful aspects of law and justice.
Each episode features thought-provoking conversations with individuals across Canada who are shaping, challenging, and reimagining law in innovative and meaningful ways. From lawyers and scholars to activists and artists, guests bring unique perspectives on the evolution of law and its role in promoting justice and fostering hope.
Obiter explores the many spaces where law operates, highlighting its complexity, creativity, and human impact. By challenging assumptions and broadening perspectives, the podcast positions law reform as a dynamic, collective effort that takes many forms.
Through engaging discussions, Obiter encourages listeners to reflect, question, and connect, making it more than just a legal podcast—it’s a platform for inquiry, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of justice in Canada.