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The ink is barely dry on the latest round of federal criminal law reforms—but the litigation is already beginning.What d...
09/02/2026

The ink is barely dry on the latest round of federal criminal law reforms—but the litigation is already beginning.

What do these changes mean for criminal defence lawyers?

Join Michael Oykhman of Strategic Criminal Defence and Professor Sankoff for Statute Shock: Adapting to the Next Wave of Criminal Law Reform.

They’ll take a first look at the legal and practical issues emerging from the Liberal government’s newest legislative changes, including:
⚖️ Provisions likely to create uncertainty
📚 Potential constitutional and statutory interpretation challenges
👩‍⚖️ What these reforms mean for day-to-day criminal practice

The law is changing. Now the real work begins.
📅 September 4
💻 Live online seminar
✅ CPD Approved
🎥 Recording available on the CDE website following the seminar

30 Day Free Trial: 👉https://criminaldefenceessentials.com/

Back-to-School Special for Law Students!New semester, new classes, new opportunities to sharpen your legal writing.Pick ...
08/31/2026

Back-to-School Special for Law Students!

New semester, new classes, new opportunities to sharpen your legal writing.

Pick up a printed copy of Professor Sankoff’s Guide to Persuasive Legal Writing and build the skills to write clearer, stronger, and more persuasive arguments.

🎓 Law students get 25% off the printed copy!

Regular price: $55
Use code CDESTUDENT25 at checkout.

Start the semester with a skill you’ll use throughout law school — and your legal career.

👉 https://criminaldefenceessentials.com/guide-to-legal-writing/

08/21/2026

Need to know what Bill C-16 changes?
CDE’s new Mini Guide to Bill C-16: Ten Procedural Changes Worth Knowing breaks down the key procedural changes defence lawyers need to have on their radar.
From sexual-offence litigation and testimonial aids to diversion and unreasonable-delay applications, the changes are significant — and they don’t all follow the same transition rules.

CDE’s latest Mini Guide provides a concise, practical overview of the ten procedural changes worth knowing.

Focused research. Key authorities. Practical guidance — when you need it.
👉https://criminaldefenceessentials.com/

08/17/2026

Out now! Professor Peter Sankoff’s latest Mini Guide, “OBTAINED IN A MANNER” in s. 24(2) of the Charter, is now available.

Professor Sankoff’s Mini Guides are concise legal research papers created with busy criminal lawyers in mind. They provide quick-reference analysis of important legal issues, helping practitioners get the information they need efficiently—especially when time is limited in the courtroom.

📚 Another practical resource for your criminal defence toolkit.

Take advantage of our 30 Day Free Trial!

👉 https://criminaldefenceessentials.com/monthly-subscription/

The Beacon is now available in French!There are hundreds of criminal decisions released every month. You don’t have time...
08/12/2026

The Beacon is now available in French!

There are hundreds of criminal decisions released every month. You don’t have time to read them all — and you shouldn’t have to.

Every two weeks, The Beacon does the work for you: identifying the most important new criminal cases in Canada, summarizing what happened, and giving you practical commentary on what the decisions mean for defence lawyers.

And now, you can get The Beacon in English or French.

If you want to stay current, sharpen your arguments and make sure an important new case doesn’t pass you by, this is one of the easiest ways to do it.

🔥 New subscribers can try CDE FREE for 30 days.

👉 Subscribe or learn more at criminaldefenceessentials.com

Build your legal library before our Summer Book Sale comes to an end.Whether you're looking to strengthen your advocacy ...
08/07/2026

Build your legal library before our Summer Book Sale comes to an end.

Whether you're looking to strengthen your advocacy skills, sharpen your legal writing, stay current on leading criminal decisions, or deepen your understanding of animal law, Professor Peter Sankoff's books offer practical, insightful guidance you'll return to throughout your career.

📚 Sale pricing on printed copies:

• Professor Sankoff's Guide to Criminal Defences – 15% OFF
• Professor Sankoff's Guide to Persuasive Legal Writing – 30% OFF
• Professor Sankoff's Guide to Canadian Animal Law – 30% OFF
• Top Criminal Cases – 30% OFF

Looking to expand your collection? Book packages are also available for even greater value.

⏳ The Summer Book Sale is ending soon. Don't miss your opportunity to save on these essential legal resources while the discounts last.

👉 https://criminaldefenceessentials.com/cde-books/

🇨🇦 The Beacon is now available in French! 🇫🇷We're excited to announce that The Beacon, Criminal Defence Essentials' bi-w...
07/30/2026

🇨🇦 The Beacon is now available in French! 🇫🇷

We're excited to announce that The Beacon, Criminal Defence Essentials' bi-weekly roundup of the latest criminal law decisions from across Canada, is now available en français.

French-speaking criminal defence lawyers can now access expert takes on the latest, most important criminal law decisions, with concise, practical summaries that help you stay current and save valuable research time.

Whether you're practising in Quebec or simply prefer to read legal updates in French, The Beacon is now more accessible than ever.

Lisez. Restez à jour. Défendez avec confiance.

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