News & Announcements
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Taking mining beyond ‘business as usual’
What does it mean for a mining project to be sustainable? Nick Smith, instructor for Allard Law’s Mining Law and Sustainability program, explains how to meaningfully partner with Indigenous nations and move closer to genuine sustainability.
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Meet Your 2026 Orientation Coordinators
The first chapter of your Allard Law journey starts at Orientation. Meet the friendly faces who will be here to welcome you!
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Are prediction markets a losing bet?
Prediction markets are rolling out in Canada. Allard Law's Dr. Cristie Ford explains why regulators may be falling behind.
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Dec 19, 2025Professor Patricia Barkaskas recognized as Law Foundation of Saskatchewan H. Robert Arscott Chair
Professor Barkaskas was celebrated for her work as Chair and recognized for her leadership, scholarship and contributions to legal education.
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Dec 12, 2025Ngai Pindell stepping down as Allard Law Dean in summer 2026
Ngai Pindell has chosen not to seek a second term as Dean of the Peter A. Allard School of Law. He will continue on as part of the Allard Law community as a faculty member.
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Dec 9, 2025Why you shouldn’t sue your cousin for food poisoning, and other holiday legalities
Thinking of suing those troublesome trespassing carolers? Allard Law's Professor Adam Hofri-Winogradow explains why holiday legal battles might not be worth it.
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Dec 7, 2025Making global connections through law school exchange
Through UBC’s Go Global exchange programs, Allard Law students can spend a term or a full year attending law school at one of UBC’s partner institutions in international cities like Tokyo, London, Beijing or Sydney.
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Dec 4, 2025Professor Dennis Pavlich looks back on 50 years at UBC
Professor Pavlich was honoured by UBC President Benoit-Antoine Bacon with UBC’s long-service award at a special ceremony in October.
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Dec 3, 2025Turning sideways toward truth: A statement from the Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre
Professor Johnny Mack, Academic Director of the UBC Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre, emphasizes the importance of supporting Survivors of the Indian Residential School system and refusing to be pulled off course.