Nightengale, Margo L.

Judicial Attitudes and Differential Treatment: Native Women in Sexual Assault Cases

This article examines Aboriginal women's interactions with the Canadian justice system and specifically addresses the issue of judicial bias. The focus of the article is the differential treatment of Aboriginal women as complainants of sexual assault. The author reviews sentencing decisions in several cases to assess the discriminatory treatment towards Aboriginals. In conclusion, the author emphasizes the importance of sensitivity towards Aboriginal communities and values as well as the need to hear from Aboriginal women regarding their own experiences in these cases.

Government of Canada Response to request for information by UN Secretary-General concerning full implementation of Security Council Resolution 1325 on women, peace and security

This document outlines the steps taken by Canada to implement Security Council Resolution 1325 (2000) on women, peace and security. It is organized according to the thematic areas and operative paragraphs of Resolution 1325 and outlines the nature of the work carried out by the Government of Canada.