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Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers (CARL)-Lakehead University Student Chapter

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The Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers (CARL) serves as an informed national voice on refugee law and the human rights of refugees and forced migrants, and promotes just and consistent practices in the treatment of refugees in Canada. CARL at Lakehead University, Bora Laskin Faculty of Law is the student chapter of CARL National. We serve to raise on-campus awareness of important issues related to forced migration and the Canadian refugee protection system.

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Contact the co-presidents, Dana King at daking1@lakeheadu.ca or Kiana Naser at knaser@lakeheadu.ca to get involved or if you have any questions. 

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Women in Law Society

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The Women in Law Club at the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law is a student-run organization purposed to create awareness of women working in the legal profession and the challenges that they encounter. Our club provides social as well as academic activities to its members throughout the course of the year. In addition, our team also strives to create awareness of the opportunities for future practice after completing their studies at the Faculty of Law.

Please email the Club co-presidents, Chloe Dransfield at cldransf@lakeheadu.ca or Holly Horvath at hmhorvat@lakeheadu.ca for more information about membership and upcoming events. 

 

Instagram: @luwomeninlaw
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boralaskinwomeninlaw/

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Human Rights Law Club 

 

To raise awareness about current human rights issues and topics in domestic and international human rights fields, focusing on their legal implications. The Club will engage both students and the community by exploring different ways individuals can become involved in addressing human rights issues through social justice initiatives

 

Please email the club president, Kaitlyn Harding, at  blflhumanrightslawclub@gmail.com for more information about membership and upcoming events.

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Sports Law Club

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For the upcoming year the Sports Law Club will be putting on the 6th annual Golf Tournament for Law Students and Alumni. The Golf Tournament is the Clubs main event for the year and is a fundraiser for Dennis Franklin Cromarty (“DFC”) High School, run by the non-profit Northern Nishnawbe Education Council, which provides education to Northern Indigenous communities. The proceeds from the golf tournament will go towards raising funds for DFC's athletic programs so that their students have more opportunities to be involved in athletics.

 

In addition to the Golf Tournament, the club will have the March Madness contest open again in March where students can create their own March Madness Brackets and have a chance to win a prize for having the top bracket.

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For more information, contact: ​

President: Cristian Torchia - cmtorchi@lakeheadu.ca

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Runnymede Society – Bora Laskin Faculty of Law Chapter

 

Named after the meadow where King John signed the Magna Carta in 1215, the Runnymede Society is a national student membership organization dedicated to exploring the fundamental principles of the rule of law, constitutionalism, and liberty. It seeks to foster intellectual diversity, rigour, and dialogue through open and balanced debate in law schools across Canada. Runnymede aims to provide outstanding support and opportunities for intellectual enrichment, networking, and professional development.

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Contact the club president, Bryan Wong, at bwong3@lakeheadu.ca for more information. 

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Black Law Students’ Association of Lakehead

University

 

The Black Law Students’ Association of Lakehead University (BLSA) is excited for the

new school year to reconnect with our members, and to introduce our team to the

incoming students. The Bora Laskin Faculty of Law’s BLSA chapter was founded in

2019 to show future black lawyers that our faculty can be a place for them to excel

academically and professionally. We are proud to provide resources for networking,

mentoring, fundraising activities, and to host our annual Black History Month

Symposium.

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BLSA Canada reflects the diversity of the Black experience and welcome allies from

all backgrounds who also seek to make a contribution to the furtherance of justice. Our chapter will continue to discuss issues of race and social justice in the community; leaving a trail for future students to walk along, to gain inspiration, and to continue the

work BLSA has started.

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Please email the club president, Alisha Bailey at apbailey@lakeheadu.ca or blsa@lakeheadu.ca for more information about membership and upcoming events.

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Indigenous Law Students Association 

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The aim of the group is to support fellow Indigenous law students at the BLFL. To forge connections and collaborate with individuals and groups outside of the BLFL. Promote appreciation for Indigenous cultural values and beliefs through activities, presentations, and talks.

 

ILSA supports and provide activities that assist 1L's in completing their Indigenous Perspectives component.

 

To get connected with us, don't hesitate to get in touch by sending an email to the club president, Jamie Cunningham at jrcunnin@lakeheadu.ca or ilsa@lakeheadu.ca. 

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Lakehead Christian Legal Fellowship

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We are Lakehead Christian Legal Fellowship, a group of law students who come together to provide encouragement, support, community, and mentorship. We're here to support students wherever they are on their faith journey and to create space for conversations about the relationship between our faith and the study and practice of law. We are part of a larger community called Christian Legal Fellowship (CLF) – Canada's national association of Christian lawyers and law students, with 16 other law student Clubs across Canada. 

We meet regularly for community fellowship, spiritual support, and larger discussions and events as we explore the intersection of law and faith. To get connected with us, don't hesitate to get in touch with the club president, Yvonne Oni at yooni@lakeheadu.ca

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BLFL Animal Animal Justice Association

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The mission of the BLFL chapter of Animal Justice is to enhance legal protections for non-human animals in Canada through education and advocacy, and to raise awareness about the field of animal law. In order to increase public awareness on issues present in animal law, the club will organize speaker seminars during the academic year, conduct charity events to promote local initiatives (such as a food/toy drive for donations to local humane society), and raise the general awareness of current events that would impact non-human animals in Canada.

 

Furthermore, members of the BLFL chapter of Animal Justice will have the opportunity be further involved with the nationally recognized, not-for-profit agency of Animal Justice. Animal Justice regularly holds events including student conferences, essay contests and online seminars to raise dialogue of the rights of non-human animals in Canada. Through Animal Justice, members of the BLFL chapter will have access to Canadian animal law resources, guest speaker opportunities and also volunteer research opportunities.

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Contact the club president, Melis Guzel, at mguzel@lakeheadu.ca or animaljustice.law@lakeheadu.ca for more information. 

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Asian Law Student Association 

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The ALSA promotes equity and diversity within the Asian-Canadian legal community and the legal community. We aim to help Asian students build a strong community at the Faculty of Law. Each year, we engage students through social events, academic events, and panel discussions related to current issues affecting Asian-Canadian law students and lawyers.

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Please contact the club co-presidents, Lovleen Goraya at lgoraya@lakeheadu.ca or Divya Bali at dbali@lakeheadu.ca, or the club email alsa.law@lakeheadu.ca for more information. 

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Environmental Law Club

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The environmental law club educates the student body on environmental law issues and local concerns. The club hosts events, hikes and educational opportunities for the student body.​

 

Please contact the club president, Jana Abu Deyah at jabudey@lakeheadu.ca or more information. ​

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Muslim Law Student Association

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The Muslim Law Students Association (MLSA) aims to promote equity and diversity within both the legal community in Thunder Bay and the legal community beyond Northwestern Ontario. Our goal is to engage law students through social and academic events, and panel discussions relating to issues affecting Muslim-Canadian law students and lawyers. MLSA will strive to cultivate a strong professional network for its student members by facilitating educational, networking, and mentorship opportunities for Muslim-Canadian law students.

 

Contact the MLSA co-presidents Jana Abu Deyah at jabudey@lakeheadu.ca or Idman Warsame at iwarsame@lakeheadu.ca for more information. 

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