Anna Matas

STLB is proud to share that lawyer Saad Gaya has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada. Saad has been recognized as “Best Lawyers Ones to Watch” for his work and expertise in Health Care Law. Congratulations to all of this year's recognized lawyers!

STLB is proud to share that our partner, Alexi Wood, has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada. Alexi has been recognized for her expertise in Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Administrative and Public Law, and Health Care Law. Congratulations!

STLB is proud to share that our partner, Anna Matas, has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada. Anna has been recognized for her expertise in Health Care Law, Medical Negligence, Professional Malpractice Law, Personal Injury, and Administrative and Public Law.Congratulations!

Let me know if you hear any of these myths in the closing submissions of defence counsel. 7/7

#HockeyCanada #WorldJuniors #VAW

The judge cannot rely on E.M.'s post-assault conduct in her credibility assessment of E.M., or to infer that E.M. consented to the sexual acts that took place. 6/7

#HockeyCanada #WorldJuniors #VAW

But to judge a complainant based on post-assault conduct is an error of law. 5/7

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Among other things, the Defence has also suggested E.M. should have left the room where the assault was taking place & she should have blocked McLeod immediately on social media & not corresponded with him. 4/7

#HockeyCanada #WorldJuniors #VAW

That this myth and stereotype continues to interfere with criminal trials has been evident in the cross-examination of the complainant, E.M. 3/7

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Myth #1 is that real victims of sexual assault will always avoid the perpetrator, or otherwise change their usual behaviour after an assault. 2/7

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In light of the ongoing discussions around the #HockeyCanada trial taking place in London, ON - and the closing arguments that start tomorrow - I'm posting a series on myths and stereotypes about sexual assault that constitute errors of law. 1/7

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Happy Pride, Fam ♥️🏳️‍🌈♥️😍

On April 22, STLB partner Anna Matas appeared on NEWS on 680 CJOB Radio… | St. Lawrence Barristers PC On April 22, STLB partner Anna Matas appeared on NEWS on 680 CJOB Radio Winnipeg with host Richard Cloutier to discuss the law surrounding sexual assault, including recent changes affecting what evide...

STLB partner Anna Matas appeared on NEWS on 680 CJOB Radio Winnipeg with host Richard Cloutier to discuss the law surrounding sexual assault, including recent changes affecting what evidence can typically be relied on by the prosecution and the defense in criminal matters.

'Consent videos' a focus of ex-world junior hockey players' trial The sexual assault trial of five former Canadian world junior hockey players in London, Ont., centres on the issue of consent — what it is and what it is not. Legal experts say some people put misplac...

STLB partner, Anna Matas had the opportunity to speak with CBC’s Katie Nicholson about the ongoing sexual assault trial involving five former #HockeyCanada players in London, ON. The case has sparked national conversation—and highlighted ongoing confusion around key legal concepts like consent.

'Consent videos' a focus of ex-world junior hockey players' trial The sexual assault trial of five former Canadian world junior hockey players in London, Ont., centres on the issue of consent — what it is and what it is not. Legal experts say some people put misplac...

Many are following the sexual assault trial of five former #HockeyCanada players underway in London, ON. There's widespread confusion around concepts like consent. I spoke with @cbcnews-rss.bsky.social's Katie Nicholson to help clarify this issue: www.cbc.ca/player/play/... #WorldJuniors #Consent

Learned today that #Toronto has to import blood from the rest of Ontario because fewer than 3% of eligible donors step up. I promise it is easy - come with me next time? #ItsInYouToGive

A rocky beach

Heart shaped puddles

A rocky beach

Happy March Break to those who celebrate ♥️

Ontario, did you vote yet? #onpoli

Love that you are doing this @cyberlawyeryyz.bsky.social!

Black and white image with words from Pirkei Avot.

Inspiration/current mood.

Image from @relentless_indig_woman.

I don't know who needs to hear this, but you don't need to justify your reading preferences and choices to anyone. Audiobooks count as reading. Also, you don't have to finish books you don't enjoy. Don't read to impress, read for yourself. Life's too short, love yourself, ok?

Signed, a librarian.

Yearbook photographs of the 14 women murdered at the Ecole Polytechnique on December 6, 1989: Maryse Laganière, Maryse Leclair, Maud Haviernick, Anne-Marie Lemay, Anne-Marie Edward, Annie St-Arneault, Annie Turcotte, Barbara Daigneault, Barbara Klucznik-Widajewicz, Genevieve Bergeron, Hélène Colgan, Michèle Richard, Nathalie Croteau, Sonia Pelletier.

I remember you.
#December6 #FeministOriginStory

Thank you to everyone who saw my #GivingTuesday posts and donated to the @schliferclinic! Whether you used my fundraising link or went straight to the Clinic's website and donated, I appreciate you! ❤️ You've made a difference, and we can't thank you enough! #ThankYou

Confession: it has been a while since I've looked around here and WOW has this place grown. Can any of you recommend "starter packs" for nerdy Canadian lawyers?

Trans people are my neighbors and my friends and my loved ones. But I do not need personal attachment to know that human beings should enjoy the full benefits of their human rights as well as full participation in our community and country.

Anna's Schlifer Fundraiser for Giving Tuesday! As many of you know, I have been involved with the Clinic for many years. At the AGM last month, I stepped down as Chair and retired from the Board (because term limits), but I am not ready to end my ...

Hiiiiiiiiiiiii Bluesky. I'm sure you know today is #GivingTuesday. I'm raising funds for the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic. They provide legal, counseling, & interpretation services to survivors of violence. Please consider them in your giving!

www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...

So glad to see this article getting the attention it deserves. Notwithstanding that I don't see anyone expressing surprise at the contents, I still want to applaud the bravery of each woman who spoke up. Thanks are owed to each of you. www.thestar.com/news/investi...

Back in trial & husband has taken over all child-related school prep 😍

Refining today's crosses & hear Husband, trying to get 9 yo out of bed:

"Where's your KENNERGY?!"

Thanks @metromorning for that especially apt musical interlude!

I donate in memory of my Dad (z"l) who needed blood when chemo made him anemic. I donate in honour of friends who hemorrhaged in childbirth or were in terrible accidents; blood saved their lives. I donate so it is there for anyone who needs it. Life is precious. #itsinyoutogive

Our law firm was pleased to purchase four seasons tickets to the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s Ottawa team for the inaugural season. How much money has your firm spent on sports for male athletes? Time to share the wealth.

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