For Jody Oakes, obtaining a limited license is about more than earning a new professional designation. It's an opportunity to build on years of experience supporting people involved with Saskatchewan’s justice system. Oakes, Legal Aid Saskatchewan’s Gladue Services Coordinator, was admitted to the Law Society of Saskatchewan on September 10, 2026, after completing the process […]
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Building on Experience: Jody Oakes Becomes a Limited Licensee
Minister of Justice Orders New Appeal in Quewezance Sisters’ Case
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, has ordered a new appeal in the case of Nerissa and Odelia Quewezance following a review of their 1994 murder convictions. Following an in-depth investigation under the Criminal Code’s conviction review provisions, the Minister found reasonable grounds to conclude that a miscarriage of […]
Legal Aid Saskatchewan Launches Immigration & Refugee Law Office, Expanding Access to Justice
Legal Aid Saskatchewan (LAS) is expanding its services to include immigration and refugee law, significantly increasing access to legal assistance across the province. For more than 50 years, Legal Aid Saskatchewan has provided criminal and family law services to Saskatchewan residents whose legal matters meet the organization's eligibility and merit criteria. Beginning in September 2026, […]
