Child Abuse & Family Violence

Analysis of Data from the Federal Justice Divorce File Review Study: Report on Findings for Alberta, 2011 PDF

Kleiner, S., Boyd, J.-P. E., Bertrand, L.D. & Paetsch, J. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Practice of Family Law in Canada: Results from a Survey of Participants at the 2016 National Family Law Program PDF

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Boyd, J.-P.E. & Bala, N. (2016). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Access to Legal Services in Women's Shelters PDF

Wright, A.C. & Bertrand, L.D. (2015). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Environmental Scan of Family Violence Research: Toward a Family Violence Research Agenda in Alberta

MacRae, L.D. & Hornick, J.P. (2006). Prepared for the Alberta Centre for Child, Family and Community Research.

The Domestic Violence Treatment Option in Whitehorse, Yukon: Final Evaluation Report PDF

Hornick, J.P., Boyes, M., Tutty, L. & White, L. (2005). Ottawa, ON: National Crime Prevention Centre.

Review of Yukon's Family Violence Prevention Act

Bala, N.C. & Ringseis, E. (2002). Whitehorse, YK: Victim Services Office, Department of Justice.

Allegations of Child Abuse in the Context of Parental Separation: A Discussion Paper

Bala, N.M.C., Paetsch, J.J., Trocmé, N., Schuman, J., Tanchak, S.L. & Hornick, J.P. (2001). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Spousal Violence in Custody and Access Disputes: Recommendations for Reform

Bala, N.M.C., Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Knoppers, B.M., Hornick, J.P., Noel, J., Boudreau. L. & Miklas, S.W. (1998). Ottawa, ON: Status of Women Canada.

Child Abuse: Reporting and Classification in Health Care Settings

Loo, S.K., Bala, N.M.C., Clarke, M.E. & Hornick, J.P. (1998). Ottawa, ON: Health Canada.

Young Offenders and the Sexual Abuse of Children

Hornick, J.P., Bolitho, F. & LeClaire, D. (1994). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

A Consultation Report on Police and Justice System Responses to Family Violence

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family (1993). Ottawa, ON: Solicitor General Canada.

Review and Monitoring of Child Sexual Abuse Cases in Selected Sites in Alberta: Studies on the Sexual Abuse of Children in Canada

Hornick, J.P., Burrows, B.A., Perry, D. & Bolitho, F. (1992). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada and Department of Health and Welfare Canada.

Review and Monitoring of Child Sexual Abuse Cases in Selected Sites in Rural Alberta: Studies on the Sexual Abuse of Children in Canada

Phillips, D. & Hornick, J.P. (1992). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada and Department of Health and Welfare Canada.

The Impact of Child Welfare and Criminal Justice Systems on Victims of Child Sexual Abuse: A Review of the Literature

Wallace, J.E., Hornick, J.P. & Clarke, M.E. (1989). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

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Children & Youth

Children's Participation in Justice Processes: Survey of Justices on Alberta's Court of Queen's Bench PDF

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2018). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Children's Participation in Justice Processes: Finding the Best Ways Forward , Results from the Survey of Symposium Participants PDF

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Parenting Assessments and Their Use in Family Law Disputes in Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario PDF

Suche, Z. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Practice of Family Law in Canada: Results from a Survey of Participants at the 2016 National Family Law Program PDF

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Boyd, J.-P.E. & Bala, N. (2016). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Alienated Children in Family Law Disputes in British Columbia PDF

Boyd, J.-P.E. (2015). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

An Evaluation of the Children's Legal and Educational Resource Centre's Volunteer Family Law Lawyers Initiative

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., Boyd, J.-P.E. & Wright, A. (2014). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Pathways and Transitions of Persistent Youth Offenders in Alberta: Final Report PDF

MacRae-Krisa L., Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J. & Rinquist, L. (2014). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Hearing the Voices of Children in Alberta Family Proceedings: The Role of Children's Lawyers and Judicial Interviews PDF

Bertrand, L.D., Bala, N., Birnbaum, R., & Paetsch, J.J. (2012). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

A Study of Post-separation/Divorce Parental Relocation

Bala, N., Bertrand L.D., Wheeler, A., Paetsch, J.J., & Holder, E. (2012). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Identifying and Exploring Best Practice Prevention and Intervention Strategies for Vulnerable Youth to Transition to Adulthood

MacRae, L.D., Bertrand, L.D., & Paetsch, J.J. (2011). Report prepared for the United Way of Calgary.

Consultation on the Voice of the Child at the 5th World Congress on Family Law and Children's Rights PDF

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., Walker, J., MacRae, L.D., & Bala, N. (2009). Prepared for Justice Canada by the National Judicial Institute and the Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family. Ottawa, ON: National Judicial Institute.

A Study of Youth Reoffending in Calgary PDF

MacRae, L.D., Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Hornick, J.P., & DeGusti, B. (2009). Prepared for the Alberta Law Foundation. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Testimonial Support Provisions for Children and Vulnerable Adults (Bill C-2): Case Law Review and Perceptions of the Judiciary

Bala, N., Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., & Thomas, M. (2008). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

An In-depth Examination of School Investment and Extracurricular Activities by a Youth Offender Cohort PDF

DeGusti, B., MacRae, L., & Hornick, J.P. (2008). Prepared for the City of Calgary. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Child Development and Children at Risk in Saint Lucia. Volume I: A Review of the Needs and Services for Children PDF

Hornick, J.P. & Matheson, J. (2007). Prepared for the Caribbean Development Bank.

Child Development and Children at Risk in Saint Lucia. Volume II: A Proposal for the Child Development Project PDF

Hornick, J.P. & Matheson, J. (2007). Prepared for the Caribbean Development Bank.

A Study of Perceptions and Experiences of Albertans Involved with Child Custody and Access PDF

Pauls, M., & Bertrand, L.D. (2007). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Child-Centred Family Justice Strategy: Survey on the Practice of Family Law in Canada, 2004-2006

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., & Bala, N. (2006). Ottawa, ON: Justice Canada.

Evaluation of Best Start: Final Process and Outcome Analysis Report PDF

Hornick, J.P., Bradford, B., Bertrand, L.D., & Boyes, M. (2006). Prepared for the National Crime Prevention Centre.

Phase 2 of the Survey of Child Support Awards: Final Report PDF

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Hornick, J.P. & Bala, N.M.C. (2005). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Early Childhood Development Programs in the Capital Region (Edmonton & Area): Outcome Evaluation Report PDF

Gomes, J.T., Hornick, J.P., Billings, A.L., & Boyes, M.C. (2005). Report prepared for the Early Childhood Development Initiative Evaluation Committee.

Evaluation of Capital Region Home Visitation Network: Outcome Evaluation Report, 2001-2004 PDF

Gomes, J.T., Hornick, J.P., Wagner, H.A., Boyes, M.C., & Billings, A. (2005). Report prepared for the Early Childhood Development Initiative Evaluation Committee.

Social Development in Small Communities: A Resource Manual Based on the Experiences of the Whole Child Program in Whitehorse, Yukon PDF

Zapf, M.K. (2005). Prepared for the RCMP National Youth Strategy.

The Child-centred Family Justice Strategy: Baseline Information from Family Law Practitioners

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., Bala, N., & Hornick, J.P. (2005). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

An Evaluation of the Whole Child Project: Whitehorse, Yukon

Zapf, M.K. (2004). Prepared for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police National Youth Strategy. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Early Childhood Development Initiative: Description of ECD Programs, Evaluability Assessment and Proposal for Evaluation

Hornick, J.P., Wagner, H.A., Gomes, J.T., Moody, C.M., Boyes, M.C., Fleming, D., Faid, P., & Hardwick, K.H. (2003). Edmonton, AB: Early Childhood Development Initiative Evaluation Committee.

A Process Analysis of the Home Visitation Programs in the Capital Region Home Visitation Network up to 30 November 2002

Wagner, H.A., Hardwick, K.H., Hornick, J.P., Moody, C.M., Boyes, M.C., Lamba, R., & Pinsent, L. (2003). Edmonton, AB: Early Childhood Development Initiative Evaluation Committee.

"Success By 6" Edmonton: An Assessment

Hornick, J.P., & Elnitsky, S. (2002). Ottawa, ON: National Crime Prevention Centre.

Allegations of Child Abuse in the Context of Parental Separation: A Discussion Paper

Bala, N.M.C., Paetsch, J.J., Trocmé, N., Schuman, J., Tanchak, S.L., & Hornick, J.P. (2001). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Family Mediation Canada Consultation on Custody, Access and Child Support

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., & Hornick, J.P. (2001). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Federation of Law Societies of Canada Consultation on Child Support Guidelines and Custody and Access

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., & Hornick, J.P. (2001). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Canadian Incidence Study of Reported Child Abuse and Neglect: Final Report

Trocmé, N., MacLaurin, B., Fallon, B., Daciuk, J., Billingsley, D., Tourigny, M., Mayer, M., Wright, J., Barter, K., Burford, G., Hornick, J., Sullivan, R., & McKenzie, B. (2001). Ottawa, ON: Minister of Public Works and Government Services Canada.

The Extent of Youth Victimization, Crime and Delinquency in Alberta, 1999: Summary of Calgary Findings Doc · Fact Sheet

Bertrand, L.D., Gomes, J.T., & Hornick, J.P. (2000). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Extent of Youth Victimization, Crime and Delinquency in Alberta, 1999: Summary of Edmonton Findings Doc · Fact Sheet

Bertrand, L.D., Gomes, J.T., & Hornick, J.P. (2000). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Survey of Child Support Awards: Preliminary Analysis of Phase 2 Data, 1998-2000

Bertrand, L.D., Hornick, J.P. & Bala, N.M.C. (2000). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

The Effects of DNA Testing on the Definition of Parenthood: A Social Science Perspective

Bertrand, L.D., & Paetsch, J.J. (2000). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

"Success By 6" Edmonton: A Process Analysis Report

Hornick, J.P., & Elnitsky, S. (2000). Ottawa, ON: National Crime Prevention Centre.

Child Abuse: Reporting and Classification in Health Care Settings

Loo, S.K., Bala, N.M.C., Clarke, M.E., & Hornick, J.P. (1998). Ottawa, ON: Health Canada.

The Experiences of Minority Youth in the Canadian Justice System

Bertrand, L.D., Knoppers, B.M., Hornick, J.P., & Lowey, T.L. (1996). Ottawa, ON: Department of Canadian Heritage.

State Responses to Youth Crime: A Consideration of the Principles

Bala, N., Hornick, J.P., McCall, M.L., & Clarke, M.E. (1994). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Factors Related to Drunkenness, Drug Use and Alcohol and Drug Related Harm Among Alberta Adolescents

Bertrand, L.D. (1994). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission.

Substance Use Among Alberta Adolescents: Prevalence and Related Factors

Bertrand, L.D., Smith, R.B., Bolitho, F.H., & Hornick, J.P. (1994). Edmonton, AB: Premier's Council in Support of Alberta Families and Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

A Consultation Report on Developing a Research Strategy on the Effects of Divorce on Children

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family. (1994). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Child Custody and Access: A Consultation Report

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family (1992). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Adjustment and Integration of Immigrant Youth in Canada: Stage I - Design Report and Proposal

Arnold, B.L., Brannigan, A., & Perry, D. (1992). Ottawa, ON: Prepared for Employment and Immigration Canada, Immigration Settlement and Adaptation Program.

Legal Rights of Children to Health Care in the Common Law Jurisdictions of Canada

McCall, M.L., & Robertson, G.B. (1991). Prepared by the Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family as part of a larger project for the International Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Health Rights and Risks of Canadian Children, involving the Canadian Human Rights Foundation, the Canadian Institute for Child Health and Le Centre de recherche en droit public.

The Problems of Foster Children: A Review of the Literature

Hornick, J.P., Burrows, B., & Phillips, D.M. (1989). Toronto, ON: Laidlaw Foundation.

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Elder Issues & Services

Evaluation of the Elder Abuse Response Team: Final Report Fact Sheet

Bertrand, L.D. & Wright, A.C. (2015). Prepared for Calgary Leadership on Elder Abuse Response. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Kerby Centre Social Return on Investment Project

MacRae-Krisa, L.D. (2014). Prepared for The Kerby Centre. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Evaluation of the Elder Abuse Response Team: Summative Evaluation Report #2

MacRae-Krisa, L. & Bertrand, L.D. (2014). Prepared for Calgary Leadership on Elder Abuse Response. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Kerby Centre's Legal Services Program: An Examination of Clients' Experiences Compressed PDF

Bertrand, L.D. & MacRae-Krisa, L.D. (2014). Prepared for The Kerby Centre. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Evaluation of the Elder Abuse Response Team: Summative Evaluation Report #1

MacRae-Krisa, L. & Bertrand, L.D. (2013). Prepared for Calgary Leadership on Elder Abuse Response. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

An Examination of Best Practice in Multi-Service Senior Centres PDF

MacRae-Krisa, L.D. & Paetsch, J.J. (2013). Prepared for The Kerby Centre. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Evaluation of the Elder Abuse Response Team: Formative Evaluation Report

MacRae-Krisa, L., Bertrand, L.D. & Hornick, J.P. (2012). Prepared for Calgary Leadership on Elder Abuse Response. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Civil Investigation and Abuse of Vulnerable Adults in Calgary: An Exploratory Study PDF · Fact Sheet

MacRae, L, & Pearson, S. (2010). Prepared for the Action Group on Elder Abuse. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Elder Abuse: An Alberta Directory of Victim Services for Older Adults PDF

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family (2006). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Response to Elder Abuse in Alberta: Legislation and Victim Focused Services Final Report PDF

Pauls, M., & MacRae, L. (2006). Prepared for the Department of Justice Canada, Family Violence Initiative, and the Alberta Solicitor General, Victims of Crime Fund.

A Review of the Social and Legal Issues Concerning Elder Abuse

Hornick, J.P., McDonald, L., Robertson, G.B., & Wallace, J.E. (1988). Prepared for Elderly Services Branch and Research and Program Evaluation Unit, Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services.

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The Family

Perceptions of Polyamory in Canada PDF

Boyd, J.-P.E. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Polyamorous Relationships and Family Law in Canada PDF

Boyd, J.-P.E. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Alienated Children in Family Law Disputes in British Columbia PDF

Boyd, J.-P.E. (2015). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Family Life and Legal Remedies in Canada and England: Toward Collaborative Research

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family (1994). Ottawa, ON: International Research Linkages, International Council for Canadian Studies.

Alberta Law and the Family

Lown, P., McCall, M.L., & Hornick, J.P. (1990). Edmonton, AB: The Lieutenant-Governor's Conference, Celebrating Alberta Families.

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Government & Government Policy

A Study of the Historical Evolution of Federal Family Justice Policy in Canada from 1985 to 2011

Hornick, J.P. & Bala, N. (2011). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

An Evaluation of Alberta's Family Law Act PDF

MacRae, L.D., Simpson, S., Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., Pearson, S., & Hornick, J.P. (2009). Prepared for the Alberta Law Foundation. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Child-Centred Family Justice Strategy: Survey on the Practice of Family Law in Canada, 2004-2006

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., & Bala, N. (2006). Ottawa, ON: Justice Canada.

Legislation, Existing Protocols and Best Practices Training for Service Providers and Caregivers of People with Developmental Disabilities in the Criminal Justice System PDF · Fact Sheet

Pauls, M., Bailey, M., & Pearson, S. (2006). Prepared for the PDD Alberta Provincial Board and Alberta Community Development.

The Child-centred Family Justice Strategy: Baseline Information from Family Law Practitioners

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., Bala, N., & Hornick, J.P. (2005). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Federation of Law Societies of Canada Consultation on Child Support Guidelines and Custody and Access

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., & Hornick, J.P. (2001). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

The Survey of Child Support Awards: Final Analysis of Pilot Data and Recommendations for Continued Data Collection

Hornick, J.P., Bertrand, L.D., & Bala, N.M.C. (1999). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Child Support Awards Short-term Data Collection Project: Data Degradation Report

Bertrand, L.D., Hornick, J.P., & Bala, N.M.C. (1998). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Divorce and the Processing of Child Support Orders

Hornick, J.P., Bertrand, L.D., & Bala, N.M.C. (1998). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Consultation on Experiences and Issues Related to the Implementation of the Child Support Guidelines

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., & Hornick, J.P. (1998). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

How to Set Up a Youth Justice Committee: A Community Resource Manual

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Hornick, J.P., Bala, N.C., & Manyguns, L. (1997). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

State Responses to Youth Crime: A Consideration of the Principles

Bala, N., Hornick, J.P., McCall, M.L., & Clarke, M.E. (1994). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

A Consultation Report on Police and Justice System Responses to Family Violence

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family (1993). Ottawa, ON: Solicitor General Canada.

Child Custody and Access: A Consultation Report

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family (1992). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Options for Reform of the Law of Spousal Support under the Divorce Act, 1985

McCall, M.L. (1991). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Alberta Law and the Family

Lown, P., McCall, M.L., & Hornick, J.P. (1990). Edmonton, AB: The Lieutenant-Governor's Conference, Celebrating Alberta Families.

A Review and Analysis of Guardianship Responsibilities in Child Welfare Systems

McCall, M.L., & Hornick, J.P. (1988). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Social Services.

A Literature Review of Welfare Fraud: Nature, Extent, and Control

Wallace, J.E., McCall, M.L., & Hornick, J.P. (1987). Prepared for the Social Assistance Review, Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services.

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Legal Services, Court Services & Social Services

Children's Participation in Justice Processes: Survey of Justices on Alberta's Court of Queen's Bench PDF

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2018). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

An Evaluation of Alberta's Mandatory Early Intervention Case Conferencing Pilot Project PDF

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2018). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Client and Lawyer Satisfaction with Unbundled Legal Services: Conclusions from the Alberta Limited Legal Services Project PDF

Boyd, J.-P.E. (2018). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

An Evaluation of the Aspire Legal Access Initiative PDF

Paetsch, J.J. & Bertrand, L.D. (2018). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Summary Legal Advice Services in Alberta: Survey Results from the First Two Years of Data Collection PDF

Bertrand, L.D. & Paetsch, J.J. (2018). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

An Evaluation of the Cost of Family Law Disputes: Measuring the Cost Implication of Various Dispute Resolution Methods PDF

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2018). Toronto, ON: Canadian Forum on Civil Justice.

An International Overview of Family Law Public Legal Assistance Models and Recommendations for Alberta PDF

Wright, A. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Parenting Assessments and Their Use in Family Law Disputes in Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario PDF

Suche, Z. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Summary Legal Advice Services in Alberta: Year 1 Results from the Community Legal Clinic Surveys PDF

Paetsch, J.J. & Bertrand, L.D. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Practice of Family Law in Canada: Results from a Survey of Participants at the 2016 National Family Law Program PDF

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Boyd, J.-P.E. & Bala, N. (2016). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

An International Review of Early Neutral Evaluation Programs and Their Use in Family Law Disputes in Alberta PDF

Paetsch, J.J. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2016). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Canadian Bar Association Legal Health Check User Survey results PDF

Boyd, J.-P.E. & Wright, A. (2015). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

A Review of Brief Services in Family Law PDF · iBooks

Paetsch, J.J. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2014). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Kerby Centre's Legal Services Program: An Examination of Clients' Experiences Compressed PDF

Bertrand, L.D. & MacRae-Krisa, L.D. (2014). Prepared for The Kerby Centre. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Calgary's Family Justice Services Client Utilization Survey: Final Report PDF

Bertrand, L.D. & Paetsch, J.J. (2013). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Findings from Legal Aid Alberta's Client Satisfaction Survey: A Comparison of Clients With and Without Family Law Issues PDF

Bertrand, L.D. (2013). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

A Profile of Family Law Legal Aid Matters in Alberta: September 2011 - August 2012 PDF

Bertrand, L.D. & Hornick, J.P. (2013). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Calgary's Family Justice Services Client Utilization Survey: Results of the Pre-test PDF

Bertrand, L.D. & Paetsch, J.J. (2012). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Testimonial Support Provisions for Children and Vulnerable Adults (Bill C-2): Case Law Review and Perceptions of the Judiciary

Bala, N., Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., & Thomas, M. (2008). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Juror Stress Debriefing: A Review of the Literature and an Evaluation of a Yukon Program PDF

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J. & Anand, S. (2008). Whitehorse, YK: Yukon Department of Justice.

High Conflict Intervention Programs in Alberta: A Review and Recommendations PDF

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., Young, M., Monna, B., Bala, N., & Hornick, J.P. (2007). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Justice.

Elder Abuse: An Alberta Directory of Victim Services for Older Adults PDF

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family (2006). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Youth Gangs in Canada: A Preliminary Review of Programs and Services PDF

Mellor, B., MacRae, L., Pauls, M., & Hornick, J.P. (2005). Ottawa, ON: Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Canada.

An Evaluation of the Child Support Variation Service Pilot Project in Saint John, New Brunswick

Bertrand, L.D., & Paetsch, J.J. (2004). Report prepared for the New Brunswick Department of Justice.

An Evaluation of Alberta's Parenting After Separation Seminars Doc

Sieppert, J.D., Lybarger, D.S., Bertrand, L.D., & Hornick, J.P. (1999). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Children's Services.

Options for Harmonizing Alberta Family and Social Services Core Standards with AASCF Accreditation Standards

Gabor, P., & McCall, M.L. (1991). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Association of Services for Children and Families.

The Problems of Foster Children: A Review of the Literature

Hornick, J.P., Burrows, B., & Phillips, D.M. (1989). Toronto, ON: Laidlaw Foundation.

A Review and Analysis of Guardianship Responsibilities in Child Welfare Systems

McCall, M.L., & Hornick, J.P. (1988). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Social Services.

An Evaluation of the Columbia Training Centre's "Futures Program"

Wallace, J.E., & Hornick, J.P. (1988). Edmonton, AB: The Minister of Career Development and Employment of Alberta.

Parent Aide Program of Calgary: A Program Information Review

Wallace, J.E., & Hornick, J.P. (1987). Calgary, AB: Parent Aide Program of Calgary.

A Literature Review of Welfare Fraud: Nature, Extent, and Control

Wallace, J.E., McCall, M.L., & Hornick, J.P. (1987). Prepared for the Social Assistance Review, Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services.

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Public Legal Information Services

Summary Legal Advice Services in Alberta: Year 1 Results from the Community Legal Clinic Surveys PDF

Paetsch, J.J. & Bertrand, L.D. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

An Evaluation of the Clicklaw Wikibook JP Boyd on Family Law : Final Report (Phases 1 and 2) PDF

Bertrand, L.D. & Paetsch, J.J. (2016). Prepared for the BC Law Foundation and Courthouse Libraries BC. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Self-Represented Litigants’ Response to “The Rights and Responsibilities of Self-Represented Litigants” PDF

Wright, A. (2015). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

An Evaluation of the Clicklaw Wikibook JP Boyd on Family Law : Phase 1 Final Report PDF

Bertrand, L.D. & Paetsch, J.J. (2015). Prepared for the BC Law Foundation and Courthouse Libraries BC. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Canadian Bar Association Legal Health Check User Survey results PDF

Boyd, J.-P.E. & Wright, A. (2015). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Kerby Centre's Legal Services Program: An Examination of Clients' Experiences Compressed PDF

Bertrand, L.D. & MacRae-Krisa, L.D. (2014). Prepared for The Kerby Centre. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

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Litigants & Litigation Processess

An Evaluation of Alberta's Mandatory Early Intervention Case Conferencing Pilot Project PDF

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2018). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

An Evaluation of the Cost of Family Law Disputes: Measuring the Cost Implication of Various Dispute Resolution Methods PDF

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2018). Toronto, ON: Canadian Forum on Civil Justice.

Children's Participation in Justice Processes: Finding the Best Ways Forward , Results from the Survey of Symposium Participants PDF

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Parenting Assessments and Their Use in Family Law Disputes in Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario PDF

Suche, Z. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Analysis of Data from the Federal Justice Divorce File Review Study: Report on Findings for Alberta, 2011 PDF

Kleiner, S., Boyd, J.-P. E., Bertrand, L.D. & Paetsch, J. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Practice of Family Law in Canada: Results from a Survey of Participants at the 2016 National Family Law Program PDF

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Boyd, J.-P.E. & Bala, N. (2016). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

An International Review of Early Neutral Evaluation Programs and Their Use in Family Law Disputes in Alberta PDF

Paetsch, J.J. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2016). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Comparing the Views of Judges and Lawyers Practicing in Alberta and in the Rest of Canada on Selected Issues in Family Law: Parenting, Self-represented Litigants and Mediation PDF

Boyd, J.-P.E., & Bertrand, L.D. (2016). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Self-represented Litigants in Family Law Disputes: Contrasting the Views of Alberta Family Law Lawyers and Judges of the Alberta Court of Queen's Bench PDF · iBooks

Boyd, J.-P.E., & Bertrand, L.D. (2014). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Self-represented Litigants in Family Law Disputes: Views of Judges of the Alberta Court of Queen's Bench PDF · iBooks · ePUB

Boyd, J.-P.E., Bertrand, L.D., & Paetsch, J.J. (2014). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Hearing the Voices of Children in Alberta Family Proceedings: The Role of Children's Lawyers and Judicial Interviews PDF

Bertrand, L.D., Bala, N., Birnbaum, R., & Paetsch, J.J. (2012). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Self-represented Litigants in Family Law Disputes: Views of Alberta Lawyers PDF · iBooks

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Bala, N., & Birnbaum, R. (2012). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

A Study of Perceptions and Experiences of Albertans Involved with Child Custody and Access PDF

Pauls, M., & Bertrand, L.D. (2007). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

A Profile of Legal Aid Services in Family Law Matters in Canada

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Bala, N.M.C., & Hornick, J.P. (2006). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Allegations of Child Abuse in the Context of Parental Separation: A Discussion Paper

Bala, N.M.C., Paetsch, J.J., Trocmé, N., Schuman, J., Tanchak, S.L., & Hornick, J.P. (2001). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Spousal Violence in Custody and Access Disputes: Recommendations for Reform

Bala, N.M.C., Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Knoppers, B.M., Hornick, J.P., Noel, J., Boudreau. L. & Miklas, S.W. (1998). Ottawa, ON: Status of Women Canada.

Family Life and Legal Remedies in Canada and England: Toward Collaborative Research

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family (1994). Ottawa, ON: International Research Linkages, International Council for Canadian Studies.

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Policing & Young Offenders

Priority Prolific Offender Program: Findings from the Final Year of the Program Evaluation PDF

Bertrand, L.D., MacRae-Krisa, L.D., Paetsch, J.J. & Boyd, J.-P. E. (2017). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Justice and Solicitor General.

Access to Justice in Indigenous Communities: An Intercultural Strategy to Improve Access to Justice PDF

Wright, A.C. (2017). Prepared for Human Rights Education and Multiculturalism Fund. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Access to Justice in Indigenous Communities: Know Your Rights with Police (PowerPoint presentation) PDF

Calgary Legal Guidance (2017). Prepared for Human Rights Education and Multiculturalism Fund. Calgary, AB: Calgary Legal Guidance.

Evaluation of the Elder Abuse Response Team: Final Report Fact Sheet

Bertrand, L.D. & Wright, A.C. (2015). Prepared for Calgary Leadership on Elder Abuse Response. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Priority Prolific Offender Program: Findings from the Second Year of the Program Evaluation PDF

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., MacRae-Krisa, L.D. & Boyd, J.-P. E. (2015). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Justice and Solicitor General.

Evaluation of the Elder Abuse Response Team: Summative Evaluation Report #2

MacRae-Krisa, L. & Bertrand, L.D. (2014). Prepared for Calgary Leadership on Elder Abuse Response. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Pathways and Transitions of Persistent Youth Offenders in Alberta: Final Report PDF

MacRae-Krisa L., Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J. & Rinquist, L. (2014). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Priority Prolific Offender Program: Preliminary Findings from the First Year of the Process and Outcomes Evaluation PDF

MacRae-Krisa, L.D. & Paetsch, J.J. (2013). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Justice and Solicitor General.

Pathways and Transitions of Persistent Youth Offenders in Alberta: A Profile of Persistent Youth Offenders PDF

MacRae-Krisa, L., Bertrand, L.D., Rinquist, L., & Paetsch, J.J. (2013). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Prolific Offender Management Program: Second-year Process and Short-term Outcome Analysis Report

Hornick, J.P. (2013). Prepared for Public Safety and Investigations, Yukon Department of Justice.

Evaluation of the Elder Abuse Response Team: Summative Evaluation Report #1

MacRae-Krisa, L. & Bertrand, L.D. (2013). Prepared for Calgary Leadership on Elder Abuse Response. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Evaluation of the Elder Abuse Response Team: Formative Evaluation Report

MacRae-Krisa, L., Bertrand, L.D. & Hornick, J.P. (2012). Prepared for Calgary Leadership on Elder Abuse Response. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

An Environmental Scan of Best Practices in Supporting Persistent Youth Offenders in the Transition to Adulthood PDF

Costello, M.Y. & MacRae-Krisa, L. (2011). Prepared for Alberta Justice. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Prolific Offender Management Program: An Evaluation Framework

Hornick, J.P. (2011). Prepared for Public Safety and Investigations, Yukon Department of Justice.

An Evaluation of Yukon’s Community Wellness Court PDF

Hornick, J.P., Kluz, K., & Bertrand, L.D. (2011). Report prepared for Yukon Justice.

Risk and Protective Factors Among an Ethnically Diverse Sample of Youth Offenders in Calgary PDF

MacRae-Krisa, L.D., Bertrand, L.D., & Costello, M. (2011). Report prepared for the Mount Royal University Centre for Criminology and Justice Research.

Identifying and Exploring Best Practice Prevention and Intervention Strategies for Vulnerable Youth to Transition to Adulthood

MacRae, L.D., Bertrand, L.D., & Paetsch, J.J. (2011). Report prepared for the United Way of Calgary.

Evaluation of the Priority Prolific Offender Program

MacRae, L.D., Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., & Hornick, J.P. (2011). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Solicitor General and Public Security.

An Evaluation of City of Calgary Youth Probation Services’ Value Added Partnerships

MacRae, L.D., Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J. & Hornick, J.P. (2010). Report prepared for the City of Calgary.

A Study of Youth Reoffending in Calgary PDF

MacRae, L.D., Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Hornick, J.P., & DeGusti, B. (2009). Prepared for the Alberta Law Foundation. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Best Practices for Chronic/Persistent Youth Offenders PDF

DeGusti, B., MacRae, L., Vallée, M., Caputo, T., & Hornick, J.P. (2009). Prepared for the Alberta Law Foundation and the National Crime Prevention Centre. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Impact of the Youth Criminal Justice Act on Case Flow in Alberta and System Response in Calgary PDF · Executive Summary · Fact Sheet

DeGusti, B. (2008). Prepared for the Alberta Law Foundation. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

An In-depth Examination of School Investment and Extracurricular Activities by a Youth Offender Cohort PDF

DeGusti, B., MacRae, L., & Hornick, J.P. (2008). Prepared for the City of Calgary. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

FASD and Access to Justice in the Yukon PDF

Hornick, J.P., Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., & Jacobs, L. (2008). Whitehorse, YK: Yukon Department of Justice.

A Profile of Youth Offenders in Calgary: An Interim Report PDF · Executive Summary · Highlights

MacRae, L.D., Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., & Hornick, J.P. (2008). Prepared for the City of Calgary and the Alberta Law Foundation. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Response to Elder Abuse in Alberta: Legislation and Victim Focused Services Final Report PDF

Pauls, M., & MacRae, L. (2006). Prepared for the Department of Justice Canada, Family Violence Initiative, and the Alberta Solicitor General, Victims of Crime Fund.

Legislation, Existing Protocols and Best Practices Training for Service Providers and Caregivers of People with Developmental Disabilities in the Criminal Justice System PDF · Fact Sheet

Pauls, M., Bailey, M., & Pearson, S. (2006). Prepared for the PDD Alberta Provincial Board and Alberta Community Development.

National Police Leadership Survey on Crime Prevention Through Social Development

MacRae, L., Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D. & Hornick, J.P. (2005). Ottawa, ON: National Crime Prevention Centre and CACP Crime Prevention/Community Policing Committee.

The Domestic Violence Treatment Option in Whitehorse, Yukon: Final Evaluation Report PDF

Hornick, J.P., Boyes, M., Tutty, L., & White, L. (2005). Ottawa, ON: National Crime Prevention Centre.

Youth Gangs in Canada: A Preliminary Review of Programs and Services PDF

Mellor, B., MacRae, L., Pauls, M., & Hornick, J.P. (2005). Ottawa, ON: Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Canada.

An Evaluation of the Neighbourhood Empowerment Team: Edmonton Police Service

Pauls, M. (2004). Ottawa, ON: Solicitor General.

An Evaluation of the Whole Child Project: Whitehorse, Yukon

Zapf, M.K. (2004). Prepared for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police National Youth Strategy. Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Evaluation of Healthy Families Programs in Selected Sites Across Canada

Elnitsky, S., Hornick, J.P., Bertrand, L.D., Boyes, M.C., Wagner, H.A., Hanson, P.G., & Bradford, B. (2003). Ottawa, ON: National Crime Prevention Centre.

An Evaluation of Calgary's Dispute Resolution Officer Pilot Project and Edmonton's Child Support Resolution Pilot Project

Gomes, J.T., Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., & Gee, D.L. (2003). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Justice.

Kwanlin Dun Healthy Families Final Process Analysis Report

Hanson, P.G., Hornick, J.P., & Boyes, M.C. (2003). Ottawa, ON: National Crime Prevention Centre.

Evaluation of the Classroom on Wheels Programs in Edmonton

Hornick, J.P., Wagner, H.A., Gomes, J.T., & Bertrand, L.D. (2003). Ottawa, ON: National Crime Prevention Centre.

Review of Yukon's Family Violence Prevention Act

Bala, N.C., & Ringseis, E. (2002). Whitehorse, YK: Victim Services Office, Department of Justice.

Functioning of the Youth Justice System in Alberta

Gomes, J.T., Hornick, J.P., & Anand, S.S. (2002). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Perceptions and Experiences of Victimization in Alberta: Findings from a Survey of Alberta Adults, 2000-2001 PDF

Gomes, J.T., Ringseis, E.L., Boyle, P.J., Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., & Day, D.C. (2002). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Healthy Families: Process Update and Preliminary Outcome Analysis For Selected Canadian Programs

Elnitsky, S., Hornick, J.P., Wagner, H., Bertrand, L.D., Boyes, M.C., Hanson, P.G., & Bradford, B. (2001). Ottawa, ON: National Crime Prevention Centre.

Canadian Incidence Study of Reported Child Abuse and Neglect: Final Report

Trocmé, N., MacLaurin, B., Fallon, B., Daciuk, J., Billingsley, D., Tourigny, M., Mayer, M., Wright, J., Barter, K., Burford, G., Hornick, J., Sullivan, R., & McKenzie, B. (2001). Ottawa, ON: Minister of Public Works and Government Services Canada.

The Extent of Youth Victimization, Crime and Delinquency in Alberta, 1999: Summary of Calgary Findings Doc · Fact Sheet

Bertrand, L.D., Gomes, J.T., & Hornick, J.P. (2000). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Extent of Youth Victimization, Crime and Delinquency in Alberta, 1999: Summary of Edmonton Findings Doc · Fact Sheet

Bertrand, L.D., Gomes, J.T., & Hornick, J.P. (2000). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Healthy Families: Process Analysis of Selected Canadian Programs

Elnitsky, S., Hornick, J.P., Bertrand, L.D., Wagner, H., Hanson, P.G., & Bradford, B. (2000). Ottawa, ON: National Crime Prevention Centre.

The Extent of Youth Victimization, Crime and Delinquency in Alberta, 1999 Doc

Gomes, J.T., Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., & Hornick, J.P. (2000). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

"Success By 6" Edmonton: A Process Analysis Report

Hornick, J.P., & Elnitsky, S. (2000). Ottawa, ON: National Crime Prevention Centre.

A Manual on Conducting Economic Analysis of Crime Prevention Programs

Hornick, J.P., Paetsch, J.J., & Bertrand, L.D. (2000). Ottawa, ON: National Crime Prevention Centre.

Child Abuse: Reporting and Classification in Health Care Settings

Loo, S.K., Bala, N.M.C., Clarke, M.E., & Hornick, J.P. (1998). Ottawa, ON: Health Canada.

How to Set Up a Youth Justice Committee: A Community Resource Manual

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Hornick, J.P., Bala, N.C., & Manyguns, L. (1997). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

The Experiences of Minority Youth in the Canadian Justice System

Bertrand, L.D., Knoppers, B.M., Hornick, J.P., & Lowey, T.L. (1996). Ottawa, ON: Department of Canadian Heritage.

The Response to Juvenile Crime in the United States: A Canadian Perspective

Hornick, J.P., Bala, N., & Hudson, J. (1995). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada, Ottawa.

The Use of Diversion and Alternatives to the Traditional Youth Court: An International Comparison

Hornick, J.P., & Rodal, S. (1995). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

A Study of the Level and Nature of Youth Crime and Violence in Calgary

Smith, R.B., Bertrand, L.D., Arnold, B.L., & Hornick, J.P. (1995). Calgary, AB: Calgary Police Service.

Community Resource Committee: A Community-Based Strategy for Dealing with Youth Crime and Violence in Calgary

Smith, R.B., Copple, P., Hornick, J.P., & Graham, J. (1995). Calgary, AB: Calgary Police Service.

State Responses to Youth Crime: A Consideration of the Principles

Bala, N., Hornick, J.P., McCall, M.L., & Clarke, M.E. (1994). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Factors Related to Drunkenness, Drug Use and Alcohol and Drug Related Harm Among Alberta Adolescents

Bertrand, L.D. (1994). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission.

Substance Use Among Alberta Adolescents: Prevalence and Related Factors

Bertrand, L.D., Smith, R.B., Bolitho, F.H., & Hornick, J.P. (1994). Edmonton, AB: Premier's Council in Support of Alberta Families and Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Young Offenders and the Sexual Abuse of Children

Hornick, J.P., Bolitho, F., & LeClaire, D. (1994). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

A Consultation Report on Police and Justice System Responses to Family Violence

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family (1993). Ottawa, ON: Solicitor General Canada.

Community Policing in Edmonton

Hornick, J.P., Duggan, P.J., & LeClaire, D. (1993). Ottawa, ON: Solicitor General Canada.

Neighbourhood Foot Patrol: What It Is and How To Do It

Hudson, J., Hornick, J.P., & Braiden, C. (1993). Ottawa, ON: Ministry of the Solicitor General Canada and Ministry of the Solicitor General of Ontario.

Community Policing in Calgary

LeClaire, D., & Hornick, J.P. (1993). Ottawa, ON: Solicitor General Canada.

Review and Monitoring of Child Sexual Abuse Cases in Selected Sites in Alberta: Studies on the Sexual Abuse of Children in Canada

Hornick, J.P., Burrows, B.A., Perry, D., & Bolitho, F. (1992). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada and Department of Health and Welfare Canada.

Review and Monitoring of Child Sexual Abuse Cases in Selected Sites in Rural Alberta: Studies on the Sexual Abuse of Children in Canada

Phillips, D., & Hornick, J.P. (1992). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada and Department of Health and Welfare Canada.

An Evaluation of the Neighbourhood Foot Patrol Program of Edmonton Police Service

Hornick, J.P., Burrows, B., Tjosvold, I., & Phillips, D.M. (1990). Ottawa, ON: Department of the Solicitor General Canada.

The Impact of Child Welfare and Criminal Justice Systems on Victims of Child Sexual Abuse: A Review of the Literature

Wallace, J.E., Hornick, J.P., & Clarke, M.E. (1989). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

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Separation, Divorce & Related Legal Issues

Children's Participation in Justice Processes: Survey of Justices on Alberta's Court of Queen's Bench PDF

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2018). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

An Evaluation of the Cost of Family Law Disputes: Measuring the Cost Implication of Various Dispute Resolution Methods PDF

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2018). Toronto, ON: Canadian Forum on Civil Justice.

Perceptions of Polyamory in Canada PDF

Boyd, J.-P.E. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Polyamorous Relationships and Family Law in Canada PDF

Boyd, J.-P.E. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Parenting Assessments and Their Use in Family Law Disputes in Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario PDF

Suche, Z. & Boyd, J.-P.E. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Analysis of Data from the Federal Justice Divorce File Review Study: Report on Findings for Alberta, 2011 PDF

Kleiner, S., Boyd, J.-P. E., Bertrand, L.D. & Paetsch, J. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

The Practice of Family Law in Canada: Results from a Survey of Participants at the 2016 National Family Law Program PDF

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Boyd, J.-P.E. & Bala, N. (2016). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Comparing the Views of Judges and Lawyers Practicing in Alberta and in the Rest of Canada on Selected Issues in Family Law: Parenting, Self-represented Litigants and Mediation PDF

Boyd, J.-P.E., & Bertrand, L.D. (2016). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

A Study of Post-separation/Divorce Parental Relocation

Bala, N., Bertrand L.D., Wheeler, A., Paetsch, J.J., & Holder, E. (2012). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

A Study of Perceptions and Experiences of Albertans Involved with Child Custody and Access PDF

Pauls, M., & Bertrand, L.D. (2007). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Phase 2 of the Survey of Child Support Awards: Final Report PDF

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Hornick, J.P. & Bala, N.M.C. (2005). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

An Evaluation of the Child Support Variation Service Pilot Project in Saint John, New Brunswick

Bertrand, L.D., & Paetsch, J.J. (2004). Report prepared for the New Brunswick Department of Justice.

The Survey of Child Support Awards: Final Report

Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Hornick, J.P., & Bala, N. (2004). Report prepared for the Department of Justice Canada.

The Survey of Child Support Awards: Analysis of Data Collected Through 31 January 2002

Bertrand, L.D., Hornick, J.P., Paetsch, J.J., & Bala, N. (2003). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Allegations of Child Abuse in the Context of Parental Separation: A Discussion Paper

Bala, N.M.C., Paetsch, J.J., Trocmé, N., Schuman, J., Tanchak, S.L., & Hornick, J.P. (2001). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

The Survey of Child Support Awards: Interim Analysis of Phase 2 Data, 1998- 2000

Bertrand, L.D., Hornick, J.P., Paetsch, J.J., & Bala, N.M.C. (2001). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Family Mediation Canada Consultation on Custody, Access and Child Support

Paetsch, J.J., Bertrand, L.D., & Hornick, J.P. (2001). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

The Survey of Child Support Awards: Preliminary Analysis of Phase 2 Data, 1998-2000

Bertrand, L.D., Hornick, J.P. & Bala, N.M.C. (2000). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

The Effects of DNA Testing on the Definition of Parenthood: A Social Science Perspective

Bertrand, L.D., & Paetsch, J.J. (2000). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

An Evaluation of Alberta's Parenting After Separation Seminars Doc

Sieppert, J.D., Lybarger, D.S., Bertrand, L.D., & Hornick, J.P. (1999). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Children's Services.

Spousal Violence in Custody and Access Disputes: Recommendations for Reform

Bala, N.M.C., Bertrand, L.D., Paetsch, J.J., Knoppers, B.M., Hornick, J.P., Noel, J., Boudreau. L. & Miklas, S.W. (1998). Ottawa, ON: Status of Women Canada.

A Consultation Report on Developing a Research Strategy on the Effects of Divorce on Children

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family. (1994). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Family Life and Legal Remedies in Canada and England: Toward Collaborative Research

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family (1994). Ottawa, ON: International Research Linkages, International Council for Canadian Studies.

Child Custody and Access: A Consultation Report

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family (1992). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

Options for Reform of the Law of Spousal Support under the Divorce Act, 1985

McCall, M.L. (1991). Ottawa, ON: Department of Justice Canada.

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Research & Research Organizations

Perceptions of Polyamory in Canada PDF

Boyd, J.-P.E. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

Polyamorous Relationships and Family Law in Canada PDF

Boyd, J.-P.E. (2017). Calgary, AB: Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family.

An Inventory of Children and Family-related Data Collection Projects in Selected Countries

Bertrand, L.D., & Paetsch, J.J. (2010). Report prepared for the Department of Justice Canada.

Family Life and Legal Remedies in Canada and England: Toward Collaborative Research

Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family (1994). Ottawa, ON: International Research Linkages, International Council for Canadian Studies.

Family Life and Legal Remedies in Canada and England: Toward Collaborative Research

Paetsch, J.J. (1994). Prepared for the Program for International Research Linkages, International Council for Canadian Studies by the Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family and the Relate Centre for Family Studies.

Legal Rights of Children to Health Care in the Common Law Jurisdictions of Canada

McCall, M.L., & Robertson, G.B. (1991). Prepared by the Canadian Research Institute for Law and the Family as part of a larger project for the International Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Health Rights and Risks of Canadian Children, involving the Canadian Human Rights Foundation, the Canadian Institute for Child Health and Le Centre de recherche en droit public.

Alberta Law and the Family

Lown, P., McCall, M.L., & Hornick, J.P. (1990). Edmonton, AB: The Lieutenant-Governor's Conference, Celebrating Alberta Families.

Contract Negotiating Handbook

McCall, M.L. (1989). Edmonton, AB: Alberta Association of Services for Children and Families.

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