OJEN Classroom Resources
OJEN has over 200 resources available for use in classrooms, community agencies and justice education programs. All OJEN resources are available for free in English or French. Resources are for general educational use and are not legal advice. Anyone dealing with legal issues should consult a lawyer for confidential, specific legal advice. OJEN retains the copyright over all OJEN resources and materials cannot be modified without prior written permission. There are four ways to search for a resource:
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Mock Trials & Hearings
International Criminal Law Mock Trial Role Preparation Package
This resource provides background information on the International Criminal Court (ICC), and includes a time chart, courtroom etiquette and preparation guidelines for students playing the roles of the prosecution, defence and victim’s lawyers, UN observer, judge, registrar, court services officer and members of the press. This resource can be used to prepare students for an […]
Human Rights Mock Hearing: Jaffer and Newcomers Can Centre
After graduating university, Chloe Jaffer was thrilled to find a new job working in immigrant settlement at the Newcomers Can Centre, in Brampton Ontario. Everything started well, but before long she encountered negative comments about her choice to incorporate traditional South Asian clothing into her work outfits and heard her boss making remarks about South […]
Family Law Mock Trial Scenario: Pilon v. Tremblay (Child Support)
Stella Tremblay has brought an application for child support against Alexandre Tremblay, father of their eighteen year old daughter, Amélie. Stella wants Alexandre to continue to pay child support while Amélie is in university. However, Alexandre thinks that now that Amélie is eighteen, he should not have to pay child support any longer. He also […]
Family Law Mock Trial Scenario: Children’s Aid Society v. D.F. and A.F. (Child Protection)
Christopher was 2 months old when the Children’s Aid Society (CAS ) apprehended him. His mother, DeShae Frederick, is 17 years old, and his father, Alejo Ferrer, is 19 years old. The CAS decided that Christopher was in need of protection according to the Child and Family Services Act (CFSA). Christopher was made a ward […]
Family Law Mock Trial Role Preparation Package
This resource outlines the differences between civil, criminal and family trials and provides an overview of a family law case, including the family court system, the Family Law Rules, bringing an application, motions, pre-trial procedures and the trial. It includes a time chart, courtroom etiquette and preparation guidelines for students playing the roles of the […]
ESL Criminal Law Mock Trial Scenario: R. v. Lee
R. v. Lee, a plain language criminal mock trial scenario based on a shoplifting charge, with templates suitable for ESL students.
Elementary School Criminal Law Mock Sentencing Scenario: R. v. Potter and Weasley
Both Harry Potter and Ron Weasley are charged with taking a motor vehicle without the owner’s consent. Ron is also charged separately with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. This scenario teaches elementary students in Grades 5 & 6 about the criminal justice system and deals with offences under the Criminal Code and with sentencing […]
Criminal Law Mock Trial Scenario: R. v. Wilson
A 16-year old is charged with possession of a firearm and pointing of a firearm at a party in the accused’s apartment. Four witnesses have provided evidence. Suitable for a non-academic event or academically-focused exercise, this scenario presents the opportunity to discuss current debates about crime and the recent changes to the available sentences for […]
Criminal Law Mock Trial Scenario: R. v. Wai
Sixteen year old Jesse Wai is accused of possession of and traffic of marijuana and ecstasy as well as possession of money obtained through the commission of a crime. Jesse was arrested by a plain clothes police officer at a neighbouring park.
Criminal Law Mock Trial Scenario: R. v. Tisi
A 16-year old has been charged with assault causing bodily harm and robbery, charges stemming from an attack on a 15 year-old student and the theft of the younger student’s basketball shoes. Four witnesses, including the victim, accused and arresting officer, have provided evidence. Appropriate for a non-academic event or academically-focused exercise, this scenario is […]