Today, on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we mark 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz. On the morning of January 27,1945, the Auschwitz-Birkenau camps still held some 7,000 prisoners. Over a million people deported to Auschwitz perished there. It is estimated that six million Jews were exterminated in the death camps. This solemn anniversary reminds us of the horrors faced by six million Jews and …
Human Rights Day commemorates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations General Assembly on December 10, 1948, and it is observed each year on December 10. The UDHR confirms the inalienable rights that everyone is entitled to as a human being – regardless of race, colour, sex, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status. …
November 3-9, 2024, is National Pain Awareness Week – a week dedicated to drawing attention to chronic pain and the devastating impact it can have on people’s lives. The broader goal is to advocate for early, effective treatment of this condition and promote further education to better understand it. I am astounded by the number of people living with chronic pain in our country. According …
Diwali is a significant Hindu celebration known as the Festival of Lights. It is a 5-day festival signifying the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, themes that resonate deeply with us both culturally and professionally. This year it is being observed from October 31 to November 1, 2024. This holiday is more than just a moment to observe traditional rituals – it’s …
Impartiality is a fundamental qualification for adjudicators. In the oft-cited words of Lord Hewart “it is not merely of some importance but is of fundamental importance that justice should not only be done, but should manifestly and undoubtedly be seen to be done.” A recent reconsideration decision from the Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT) illustrates the consequences of justice not being seen to be done. In …
October marks Occupational Therapy Month, offering a timely opportunity to highlight the vital role that occupational therapists (OTs) play in linking clients with essential community resources. Given their deep understanding of the availability and constraints of these services, OTs are also essential collaborators for personal injury lawyers in estimating future care costs. Government Support Programs in Personal Injury Cases Ontario offers a range of government-funded …
