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How do I access the advanced search?

The advanced search is available in theEspace CAIJ when you use the CAIJ search engine. No matter which menu map you choose, you can always perform an advanced search by clicking on Advanced search under the search bar. An advanced search window opens, and all you have to do is fill in the fields, then […]

How can I pay for online transactions?

To view and pay your fees, you must be logged in to Espace CAIJ. Clicking on the “Pay” button takes you to a secure link, where you can pay online with your credit card.

Is it possible to locate articles by title?

You can find articles by title using the CAIJ search engine, or by using the Scott Index(see how to find an article in the Scott Index).

Where can I find the bibliographical information needed to cite a book or periodical article?

All the contents of the Library Catalog display results in the form of a card containing the usual bibliographic information that can be retrieved. If you start your search from the home page by selecting Library catalog, you will be able to select a title and consult this record. When you perform a search using […]

How often are documented research questions updated?

The documented research questions are updated on an ongoing basis, particularly when legislative changes are made. Case law in the questions is updated automatically as new decisions are added to our site, and doctrine is updated as new works arrive at the CAIJ.

How do I find books by author in L’Espace CAIJ?

In Espace CAIJ, when you search using the CAIJ search engine and look for the author’s name, or any other keyword if you don’t know the author’s name, you can refine your search results using the Author filter on the left of your screen. If you start your search by other means, you can always […]

How do I suggest a stock purchase to the CAIJ?

We welcome suggestions from CAIJ members for the purchase of documents. To suggest a purchase, please use the Contact Us form to send us your suggestion, or contact our staff in the Co-Working Library.

How can I submit my publications or those of my organization to the CAIJ for publication on its site?

You can submit your publications by writing to us via our contact form.Your request will be forwarded to the Acquisitions and Content Department for analysis.The CAIJ reserves the right to accept or refuse publication of any document submitted.

What is the CAIJ library catalog?

The CAIJ Library Catalogue groups together all titles available in the cotravail libraries and online, including printed and electronic works, templates, forms and periodicals. It also provides access to the Scott Index to Canadian Legal Periodical Literature(formerly Index to Canadian Legal Periodical Literature), which gives you access to periodical articles and case commentaries from some […]

Can I e-mail my annotations or a search I’ve made?

Yes, this feature is available in Espace CAIJ.

How do I find a specific article or topic in the CAIJ’s annotated laws?

Once in Espace CAIJ, in the Tab Annotated Laws, first select the law you wish to search. You can use several filters to find your way around: Once you have selected a law, you can :

How do I save a search, create a folder and view my notifications?

Step 1: Perform your search by entering your query in the CAIJ search engine. Step 2: Click on in the top right-hand corner of the screen , in the search results or directly in the document you are consulting. OR Step 3: A window will open to allow you to : You can also activate […]

How can I find the keywords I’ve searched for in a full text?

Once your search is complete. When your search results are displayed, you’ll see an eye icon on the right. By clicking on this eye, you can open the full text with the keyword occurrences highlighted. If you click on the eye, a page will open in a separate tab, displaying your searched keywords indicated by […]

How can I retrieve the documents I have saved in Espace CAIJ?

You can consult the documents and queries saved in the Folders section of Espace CAIJ. You can also sort them or add new ones. You’ll find this section in the top menu (second item), once you’ve logged in to Espace CAIJ.

How can I refine or reduce the number of search results?

After performing a search, select one of the filters of your choice from the list on the left of the screen. A dozen or so refinement filters unfold in sub-categories that you can check off. Please note that depending on where you start your search, the number of filters available is not the same.

What can I save on Espace CAIJ?

You can save your search results with the keywords used, your own annotations and the selected sources directly accessible from the CAIJ space.

What are the rules for writing a search on Espace CAIJ tools?

For best results when searching in Espace CAIJ, we recommend using logical operators (AND, OR, NOT, etc.) in capital letters. Using these operators allows you to refine your searches and access relevant documents more efficiently. If you don’t use capital letters, a warning message will automatically appear, as shown below. The writing rules are kept […]
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