MONTREAL, May 14, 2024
/CNW/ - The Barreau du Québec announces the release of four
informative video clips created specifically for First Nations and
Inuit audiences. These aim to strengthen the confidence of
indigenous citizens, particularly those from Nunavik, in the
regulatory mechanisms of the profession.
These video clips address key topics such as the lawyer's role
of protecting its clients' rights, the importance of the Code of
Professional Conduct of Lawyers, the Barreau du Québec's
mission to ensure the protection the public, the role of the Syndic
as a body of control, as well as the different types of lawyers'
fees.
These capsules were produced by the Barreau du Québec in
response to one of the recommendations made by the Rapport sur
la situation de la Cour itinérante au Nunavik, published in
2022 by Mtre Jean-Claude Latraverse, and their
circulation align with the Barreau du Québec's action plan to
fostering justice in the North. By working closely with justice
organizations and local communities, the Barreau du Québec
endeavours to underscore its commitment to providing enhanced means
to effectively uphold its mission of protecting the public in Inuit
and First Nations communities.
Presented by Mtre Fanny Wylde, native of Pikogan
in Abitibi and first female lawyer in the history of the Algonquin
Nation, they are available in three languages: Inuktitut, French
and English. They can be found on the Barreau du Québec's website
and have been shared on the Order's social platforms.
Click to view the Barreau du Québec's video clips.
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