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Handout
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Courts of Nova Scotia: Glossary of Legal Terms

For Students 9th - 10th
A useful glossary containing a list of key terms used in the Canadian legal system.
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Website
University of Toronto (Canada)

Bora Laskin Law Library: Community Legal Information on the Web

For Students 9th - 10th
A superb collection of links relating to the legal system in Ontario and Canada from a citizen's perspective. The site is quite comprehensive in its coverage.
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Unit Plan
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Ontario Justice Education Network

For Students 9th - 10th
The Ontario Justice Education Network provides excellent resources for teaching about Canada's legal system. Programs range from Grade 4 up. Examples include a mock trial with Hansel and Gretel, a look at court artists, judge shadowing,...