Research Stories
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Oct 5, 2026Sniffer dogs, bloodstain patterns and ballistics evidence under the microscope in new studies
Allard Law's Professor Sara Gordon discusses new research examining the reliability of forensic evidence and investigative techniques in Canadian courts.
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Aug 20, 2026Are 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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Jun 11, 2026How can Canada fix its housing crisis?
Allard Law researchers are investigating and advocating for better housing outcomes across the country, including the development of policy-ready tools that are helping governments respond to the affordability crisis.
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Apr 27, 2026Dr. Craig Jones receives Canadian Housing and Renewal Association Leadership Award
Allard Law's Dr. Craig Jones has spent more than a decade trying to make sure the people making housing decisions have the evidence they need to address Canada’s housing crisis.
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Mar 31, 2026'Now is the time': UBC's inaugural UNESCO Chair tackles racialized health inequities through law and policy
Professor Irehobhude O. Iyioha is the new UNESCO Chair on Health, Race and Human Rights. She plans to use evidence to drive change on racialized health inequities—and that the fight has never mattered more.
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Mar 10, 2026Dr. Carol Liao receives UBC President’s Award for Public Education through Media
An expert in corporate law, climate governance, business ethics and social justice, Dr. Liao has become a trusted source for journalists covering a wide range of issues.