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By way of general information only, things military are governed by the federal government in Canada, and regulated by the National Defence Act. The men and women who serve this sometimes great country are governed by the King’s Regulations and Orders, Volumes I -IV. There are also dozens of other Defence Directives and Orders (DAOD), rules and many policy documents. Policies are not the law and may be challenged.
Where a soldier has a disciplinary or criminal charge, most matters are dealt with within the Canadian Forces, with either a summary trial, or, for certain offences a court martial. A court martial has a military Judge alone, or, for some offences a Judge with a military member panel.
As a former Judge Advocate General lawyer, with the rank of Lieutenant Commander, I have been in front of several courts martials and I am ready to help you in French or English.
Things that are not criminal or disciplinary, such as pay, injuries, leave, and grievances have INTERNAL processes and bureaucracies within the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces.
Ultimately, if these issues are not resolved internally , you can take them to the Federal Court of Canada, and failing that, to the federal Court of Appeal. I have worked in front of both federal Courts and am ready to assist you. In any legal matter – military included – it’s important that you discuss timings, and a budget with your lawyer. Have an idea, long-term and purse-wise, as to what you are getting yourself into. The government’s pockets are often deeper than yours.
When you get your quote from you lawyer, ask yourself: Will these legal fees outweigh the benefits that I stand to gain?
If the answer is “Yes,” then I suggest you may ask yourself the same question again tomorrow; see if you come up with the same answer.
Originally from the city of Orillia she moved to Ottawa for school and completed the Law Clerk program at Algonquin College. She then completed the Bachelor of Arts (Honors) program at Carleton University, with a major in Law. Followed by a JD from uOttawa with a distinction in Indigenous Laws and Customs and articled learning criminal defence. Having roots on her father’s side from the Chippewas of Rama FN, she has been advocating for and educating people on Indigenous rights at every opportunity. Whether during employment or participating in College and University courses. She has completed the program of legal studies for native people as well as worked on the Indigenous People's case from Beardy FN while interning for the Specific Claims Tribunal in Ottawa. She has also worked on the TRC file while on contract with the Department of Justice. Currently completing certification for mediation in Family law.
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