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ACLRC PUBLICATIONS LIST

To order any of these publications click here to download a PDF publication order form, fill it out and send it to ACLRC.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and the Adult Criminal Justice System in Canada Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) affects adults and children around the world. In the past several years, there have been a number of Canadian initiatives addressed at dealing with youth in the criminal justice system who have FASD. The damage inflicted by alcohol consumption during pregnancy is permanent. Thus, although programs aimed at dealing with criminal behaviour of youth are admirable, FASD may also be a factor in many adults engaged in criminal behaviour. Our report focuses on the central issues faced by adults with FASD in the criminal justice system. These include making false confessions, being permanently unfit to stand trial, being unable to rely on the defence of not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder, the relevance of FASD to the sentence received after a finding of guilt, and finally, the effectiveness and desirability of incarceration for FASD adults. 114 pages.
2012 ISBN #1-896225-64-2 ($25 + s/h)

LGBT Rights: Climbing the Judicial Steps to Equality Canadian laws regarding lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans-identified (LGBT) individuals and couples have drastically changed in the past twenty years. After same-sex marriage rights became a reality in early 2000, many people thought that human rights and equality for LGBT people and same-sex cou-ples had been achieved. However, this perception does not play out in a detailed examination of the law, policies and accessing legal resolutions. This paper outlines the areas where the law has not been amended to protect LGBT people and where its application results in differential treatment of LGBT individuals. Includes a history of LGBT rights in Alberta. It then reviews legal areas that have the potential for continued change, interpreta-tion and legislative review, such as human rights, family issues, hate crimes, transgendered persons rights, refugees and immi-grant issues and issues in schools. 80+ pages
2012 ISBN #1-896225-71-3 ($20 + s/h)

Annotation of the Alberta Human Rights Act, 2011 Contains full text of the Alberta Act, including recent amendments, by-laws, current caselaw and tribunal decisions. Table of Concor-dance and other resources. 150+ pages.
2011 ISBN #1-896225-68-3 ($25 + s/h)

Seniors and the Law: A Resource Guide 3rd Edition In a question-answer format, provides an overview of issues facing sen-iors, including abuse, mental health, personal directives, powers of attorney and consumer protection. Includes a glossary and list of senior-serving agencies in Alberta. 150+ pages. Available as a PDF on website.
2000. Updated 2010. ISBN #1-896225- 28-4 ($25 + s/h)

Temporary Foreign Workers in Alberta: Human Rights Issues 2010.
An overview of the facts, issues, law and practical solutions relating to the management of temporary migration in Canada. Recent shifts in Canada to increased temporary migration of persons with lower skill levels has resulted in human rights abuses and significant challenges, for temporary foreign workers, em-ployers and service providers. Provides background infor-mation and statistics on global and Canadian migration, the current framework and mechanics of the temporary foreign worker program, the current international con-text and law, and particular interests of key stakeholders. Contains concluding comments and recommendations for change in Alberta and Canada. 140+ pages.
2010 ISBN# 1-896225-60-8 ($25 + s/h)

Human Rights and Resource Development: Teacher and Student Materials
A summary document for high school students and their teachers, based on six research documents prepared by the Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre and the Canadian Institute of Resources Law. Explores the relationship between human rights laws and the law covering the development of natural resources, such as oil and gas. Includes resources and teaching activities. 80 pages. 2010. ISBN # 1-896225-58-6 ($20 + s/h)

Genetics, Human Rights and the Next Phase of Human Evolution
A report that was inspired in part by a Conference held by ACLRC in 2007. Discusses the history of the
Human Genome Project and its significance for human health and ethical genetic research; briefly outlines the concepts of DNA, genetic engineering, genetic discrimination and genetic screening; analyzes legal issues such as personal autonomy, informed consent and the right to know results of genetic testing; discusses genetic determinism and discrimination; and provides a recommendation for a Genetic Charter. 120+ pages.
2010. ISBN# 1-896225-64-0 ($25 + s/h)

The Rights Angle: Human Rights Education Using the Newspaper – Teacher and Student Materials
Background information for teachers, and student activities on human rights, the newspaper, the Charter, hate crimes, war crimes and applicable laws, suitable for secondary school students. Includes reproducible handouts and overheads. 150+ pages. Please indicate which province or territory’s manual
you would like. 1999. Updated 2008. ISBN# 1-896225-24-1 ($35 + s/h)

Know Your Rights in the Workplace: A Youth Employment Law Handbook
Question and answer format deals with legal and other employment issues faced by youth in Alberta: employment standards, discrimination and harassment, work and age, salary, benefits, hours of work and
breaks, overtime, safety and working conditions, holidays, and being fired. Includes a resource section and learning exercises. 145+ pages. 2008. ISBN# 1-896225-56-X ($35 + s/h)

Freedom to Be: A Teachers' Guide to Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Human Rights
Background information and resources for teachers and students on lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans-identified youth. Includes applicable laws; suitable for grades 9 and up. 116+ pages. 2007. ISBN# 1-896225-52-7 ($25 + s/h)

Barriers and Borders: How Canada Manages National Security Through Immigration Legislation
Since 2001, many countries have rushed to implement new immigration and anti-terrorism legislation in the name of increased security, but often without due consideration to their effects on human rghts and civil liberties. This study examines Canadian immigration law and the security certificate process in light of the new S.C.C. decision in Charkaoui. 65+ pages 2007. ISBN# 1-896225-31-4 ($15 + s/h)

Anti-Racism Resource Kit
This Resource Kit is part the Anti-Racism Curriculum and Mentoring Project, and connected specifically to curriculum part of the project. The intent of the project is to promote and facilitate anti-racism education, at all levels of the formal education system. The goal is to ensure that every student receives appropriate and effective anti-racism education and support to address personal experiences of racism and enhance safety in self-affirming and productive ways. Includes books, websites and videos for teachers K-12. 130+ pages 2007. ISBN# 1-896225-50-0 ($25 + s/h)

Techno-tonomy: Privacy, Autonomy and Technology in a Networked World
Teacher and student materials on the nature and value of identity, anonymity and authentication, the constitutional and legal aspects of anonymity and the new technologies which have changed our world. Includes a CD-Rom with interactive student activities, handouts and overheads. Suitable for grades 9 and up. 76+ pages 2007. ISBN # 1-896225-48-9 ($25 + s/h)

Refugees and Discrimination: Teacher and Student Materials
Background information for teachers, and student activities on refugees in Canada. Includes applicable laws, suitable for secondary school students. 190+ pages. 2006. ISBN# 1-896225-43-8 ($35 + s/h)

Family Law: Don't Get Lost in the Shuffle: Adult Handbook
Answers questions that young people have about separation and divorce. Intended to assist adults. Can be used alone or with Don't Get Lost in the Shuffle Cards (Contact CLERC at (403) 207-9029 to order. For information on these cards at (403) 207-9029). 32 pages. 2005. ISBN# 1-896225-39-X ($7 + s/h)

Adoption Handbook
Answers questions that young people have about adoption. Intended to assist adults. 28 pages. 2006.
ISBN# 1-896225-41-1 ($7 + s/h)


...but words DO hurt: Stories from GLBTT Youth
(Video. 30 mins. and guidebook 48 pages) In this video, you will meet young people who identify as GLBTT. They talk about identity issues, the media, coming out, their family, their experiences in school and their hopes for the future. Some of the biggest obstacles they face include discrimination and name-calling and they share some of these experiences. Includes guidebook 2005. ISBN# 1-896225-37-3
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Butt Out: Smokers and Anti-Smoking Bylaws in Alberta
Despite the fact that several municipalities have passed bylaws that restrict or prohibit smoking in public places, a number of persons continue to smoke. Examines the possible challenges to anti-smoking bylaws, the cases that have involved these challenges and whether there may be an argument that smoking is a disability under the Charter. 38 pages. 2004. ISBN #1-896225-33-0 ($10 + s/h)

Religion in Public Schools: The Alberta Situation
Examines the unique situation in Alberta regarding constitutional protection for prayers in public schools. Looks at the issue in the context of the Charter of Rights guarantee of freedom of religion, which includes freedom from religion. 48 pages. 2004. ISBN# 1-896225-29-2 ($12 + s/h)

Freedom of Expression and Its Limitations in Canada: Background Materials and Learning Activities
Includes background activities and suggested learning activities (grades 7 to 12 and beyond) on freedom of expression law, Charter issues, obscenity law, defamation, hate laws and related issues of interest to youth. 176 pages. 2004. ISBN# 1-896225-25-X ($30 + s/h)

Hopes and Dreams: Stories from Young Refugees
(video 25 mins. and guidebook 60+ pages). You will meet young who were forced to give up everything and flee their home countries. They talk about the barriers they faced including starting school not knowing any English, making friends, and finding a job. Many refugees encounter discrimination daily, and in this video they also talk about these experiences. These young people share their personal experiences with hope that their experiences will foster a greater understanding of the plight of the refugee. Suitable for secondary and post-secondary students, community and non-profit organizations.Package includes a helpful user’s guide.
2002. ISBN #1-896225-38-1 ($40+ s/h)

Rights and Responsibilities in Canada: Young Offenders
Basic guide to laws and procedures involving Canada's new Youth Criminal Justice Act. Covers procedures, being questioned by police, search and seizure, rights of arrested persons, bail, first appearance in court, trials and finding a lawyer. 45+ pages. 2003. ISBN#1-896225-32-2 ($13 + s/h)

Privacy Handbook for Canadians: Your Rights and Remedies
by ACLRC and Brian Edy. Two Volumes full of user-friendly information about government and private sector privacy laws that affect all Canadians. 2002. Vol. 1 350 pages, ISBN # 1-896225-34-9
Vol. 2 150+ pages, ISBN # 1-896225-36-5 (Both: $59 + s/h)

Freedom of Expression and all that Jazz
(video 23 minutes and guidebook 38 pages) Intended for secondary school and up. Provides an overview of laws about freedom of expression and the legal limits placed on it in Canada. Discussion group format. Includes a user’s guidebook. 2001. ISBN #1-896225-30-6 ($40 + s/h)

Harassment and What You Can Do About It
(video 17 minutes and guidebook 28 pages). Intended for ages 12 and up. Provides an overview of laws on harassment: racial, sexual and other types, using scenarios and featuring youth. Includes user's guide. 17 mins. 2000. ISBN #1-896225-26-8 ($22 + s/h)

United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child: How Does Alberta's Legislation Measure Up?
by Anna Pellatt, LL.M, uses a star rating system to assist in analyzing the degree to which Alberta legislation complies with the UN Convention. Appendices include the Convention, a checklist for analysis, a summary of recommendations, a list of pertinent legislation and a compliance chart. 260+ pages. 1999. ISBN #1-896225-23-3 ($20 + s/h)

Discrimination, Human Rights and You - Student Guide (Senior High).
Provides information and activities on human rights, the Charter, hate crimes, war crimes and applicable laws. Suitable for students Grades 9 to 12. May be used alone or with teacher's guide. 80+ pages. 1999.
ISBN# 1-896225-20-9 ($10 + s/h)
Discount available for class sets of over 20.

Discrimination, Human Rights and You - Student Guide (Junior High).
As Above, Suitable for students Grades 6 to 9. May be used alone or with teacher's guide. 80+ pages. 1999. ISBN# 1-896225-19-5 ($10 + s/h)

Discrimination, Human Rights and You - Teacher's Guide.
Background information for teachers, and activities on human rights, the Charter, hate crimes, war crimes and applicable laws, suitable for secondary school students (Grades 7 to 12). May be used alone or with student guides. Includes reproducible handouts and overheads. 200+ pages. 1998. ISBN# 1-896225-21-7 ($40 + s/h).

Discrimination, Human Rights, and You
(video 16 mins. and guidebook 20 pages) Intended for ages 12 and up. Overview of human rights laws, using scenarios and featuring youth. Includes user's guide. 15:45 mins. 1997. ISBN#1-896225-18-7 ($22 + s/h)

Discrimination, Human Rights and You:
A set consisting of the teacher's manual, the student guidebooks and the video. ($72 + s/h).**
**Special discount price.

To order any of these publications click here to download a PDF publication order form, fill it out and send it to ACLRC.