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Halifax, the White House, and “The Star-Spangled Banner

What’s the connection between Halifax, the White House, and “The Star-Spangled Banner”? 🇨🇦🇺🇸

In this clip, Dean Ian Holloway shares how Canadian forces shaped U.S. history during the War of 1812, leaving a lasting mark on America’s capital — and even its anthem.

Listen to the full conversation in Episode 50 of See You In Court and explore how our histories are more connected than you think.

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Did you know Canada’s national anthem O Canada was born out of the U.S. Civil War?

In this episode clip from See You In Court, Professor Ian Holloway tells the fascinating story of Calixa Lavallée—a French-Canadian who fought in the war, witnessed its horrors, and turned his experience into the poem that became O Canada.

A reminder that history, law, and culture are more connected than we often realize.

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Canada: Ally or Threat? Ian Holloway on U.S.–Canada Relations

Never in a million years would anyone expect Canada to be seen as a greater threat to the United States than Russia or China. Yet, as Professor Ian Holloway explains in this clip, that perception has emerged in recent years.

Holloway reflects on the long history of cooperation between the two countries—from Canada sheltering thousands of Americans on 9/11 to sending firefighters during California’s wildfires. His reminder is simple but powerful: nations, like people, accomplish more with cooperation than with conflict.

👉 Listen now to hear why the U.S.–Canada relationship matters more than ever.
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In Conversation With Ian Holloway, K.C.: The Undeniable Relationship Between Canada and the United States

Professor Ian Holloway joins Robin Frazer Clark and Lester Tate to discuss the legal, historical, and economic connections between Canada and the United States—and why civility still matters in the pursuit of justice.

Highlights include:

• Why U.S. and Canadian legal systems feel so familiar—and where they diverge.

• Stories from the War of 1812, WWII, and modern trade alliances.

• Canada’s unique role as Georgia’s #1 trading partner.

• Ian’s definition of justice as a shared duty.

 

Guest Bio

Ian Holloway was the Dean of Law at the University of Calgary from 2011 to 2024.

 

Prior to this, Ian served as dean at another Canadian law school (Western Ontario?), and as associate dean at the Australian National University. Over the years, he has also held appointments at Cambridge and the National University of Singapore. He is a graduate of Dalhousie University, the University of California at Berkeley and the Australian National University. He is also an alumnus of the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and the John F Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. He is widely-published, both in Canada and around the world. In addition, he has published a book on naval history as well as many essays or other pieces in various legal and non-legal periodicals. He has been a regular columnist for Canadian Lawyer Magazine for a number of years.

 

Before beginning his academic career, Ian spent a number of years in private practice in Halifax with the Atlantic Canadian law firm of McInnes Cooper, where he focused on labour and employment law. He also served as the law clerk to the chief justice of the Federal Court of Appeal. In 2003, Ian was elected to membership in the American Law Institute, a distinction that is held by only a handful of Canadians. In 2004, he was appointed Queen’s Counsel. In 2007, he chaired the review of legal education in Oman. In 2013-14, Ian served as the legal education and  raining team leader for the Canadian Bar Association’s Futures project. In 2018, he was elected a Fellow of the  College of Law Practice Management, the first Canadian legal academic to be so honoured.

 

Ian is a member of the Nova Scotia Barristers'  Society, the Law Society of Ontario, the Law Society of Alberta and the Canadian Bar Association. He is currently a Trustee of the NALP Foundation, and formerly served for eight years as a Trustee of the Law School Admission Council. He served as a Governor of the Southern Alberta Division of the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires. He was a member of the Advisory Council to the Minister of Heritage on the Commemoration of the War of 1812, and he served as a member of the vice-regal selection committee for the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta. In 2015, he was appointed to the National Security and Intelligence Review Agency, and made a member of the King’s Privy Council for Canada.

 

Beyond the legal sphere, Ian spent a total of twenty-five years serving in the Royal Canadian and Royal Australian Navies. Ian has received numerous awards in his career, including Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2013, the Commemorative Medal for the 125th Anniversary of Canadian Confederation in 1992, the Canadian Forces Decoration in 1989, and the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal (Alberta) in 2022.

Links:

Ian Holloway | UCalgary Profiles | University of Calgary

Lester Tate: http://www.akintate.com/

Robin Frazer Clark: https://www.gatriallawyers.net/

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Justice vs. Revenge: McCracken Poston’s Take

Attorney McCracken Poston warns against confusing justice with revenge. In this short clip, he reflects on how public opinion can misinterpret acquittals and court outcomes, reshaping the meaning of justice.

This moment comes from Episode 49: What Is Justice? Part 3 of the See You In Court podcast, where more than 50 legal voices share their perspective on the ultimate question: What is justice?

Listen to the full episode here:
https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org/2025/07/29/episode-49-what-is-justice-part-3/

Andy Rogers: Why Justice Is a Verb

In this See You In Court short, attorney Andy Rogers explains why justice is best described as a verb—something that happens when juries and settlements reflect the truth and treat clients fairly.
From empowering juries to decide on complex cases to reaching settlements that leave clients feeling heard, Andy reminds us that justice takes many forms.

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https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org/2025/07/29/episode-49-what-is-justice-part-3/

Ivy Cadle on Justice: It’s the Process That Matters

In this excerpt from See You In Court’s annual “What Is Justice?” compilation, Ivy Cadle reminds us that justice isn’t always about the end result — it’s about ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in the process.
She discusses how access to resources, regulatory reform, and the fairness of the journey are just as important as the verdict itself.

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https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org/2025/07/29/episode-49-what-is-justice-part-3/

Justice Feels Different for Every Client

What does justice really feel like?

In this short clip from See You In Court, attorney Andrew Rogers shares the story of a vulnerable client who, despite the odds, found closure and dignity through a well-negotiated settlement — not a trial.

For Andrew, justice means making sure every client feels heard, no matter the outcome.

🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org/2025/07/29/episode-49-what-is-justice-part-3/
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Justice, Mercy, and Grace: The Trooper’s Super Bowl Ticket!

In this short clip, William Gentry uses a vivid analogy to explain the difference between justice, mercy, and grace—turning a speeding ticket into a story you won’t forget.

Catch the full conversation in Episode 49 of the See You In Court Podcast, featuring nearly 50 unique answers to the question: What is justice?

Listen here: https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org/2025/07/29/episode-49-what-is-justice-part-3/

Justice as Fairness: Judge Alvin T. Wong on Equality in the Courtroom

In this clip, Judge Alvin T. Wong defines justice as fairness, an equal chance to be heard, and treatment without bias or favoritism.

This is one of nearly 50 perspectives shared in our special episode, “What is Justice? – Part 3,” where Georgia’s legal leaders reflect on how teamwork, accountability, and equal access to courts define true justice.

🎧 Listen to the full episode → https://seeyouincourtpodcast.org/2025/07/29/episode-49-what-is-justice-part-3/