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more hierarchy, perhaps more ranks, perhaps more stringent and lengthier approval processes. I think we're pretty nimble, we can move pretty quickly." It could be expected that a defence lawyer who has spent the past few years facing Crowns from the former prosecution service as well as the new organization might be guarded in his assessment of any progress or changes under the new regime. Mark Ertel, immediate past president of the Defence Counsel Association of Ottawa, lauds the PPSC for its quicker pace, espe- cially compared to provincial Crowns, in post-arrest disclosure. But as far as any wider change in the courtroom goes, Ertel, who went to law school with Proulx, quips: "I think they changed their letterhead. I mean it's all the same people, right? It's the same people, the policies are basically the same, except that the laws have changed." Justice counsel association head Mendicino says he believes the government, despite its public posturing on crime bills, has not awarded the Crowns the resources they require to do the tasks they are assigned. He says while the government offered more money under the drug bill, it has at the same time listed the PPSC as a target of review for restraint measures. Even before that, it was losing lawyers to the provinces because pro- vincial salaries for prosecutors are higher, says Saunders. The average salary for a senior federal Crown counsel in Toronto at the end of May was $106,774 to $149,518 compared to $111,072 to $182,703 for a senior Ontario provincial Crown, Drug Offences in Canada Third Edition Cited regularly by trial and appellate courts, including the Supreme Court of Canada As the leading text in its field for 30 years, this is authoritative guide to turn to for a complete overview of Canadian drug laws with unique and cutting-edge analysis. A strategic blueprint that provides insight into such important subjects as: • conspiracy • search and seizure • the rule in Vetrovec • police stings ... and much more! With in-depth examination, over 3,000 cases and information on procedural and evidentiary issues, defences and sentencing, this resource is so comprehensive it allows you to go to court with just one book. ORDER your copy today Looseleaf & binders (2) • $330 Releases invoiced separately (1/yr) P/C 0409033000 Vol. 1 ISBN 0-88804-186-1 • Vol. 2 ISBN 0-88804-438-0 ntitled-5 1 Supreme Court of Canada Counsel and Agency Services Henry S. Brown, QC Graham Ragan Guy Regimbald Brian A. Crane, QC Martin W. Mason Eduard J. Van Bemmel, Law Clerk 4/6/09 4:20:13 PM according to tables provided by the association. The exodus has been somewhat reduced due to provincial hiring freezes. "We don't lose them as much anymore," says Saunders. But Mendicino lays blame for the federal Crowns' heavy workload — he and Saunders both cite long days and over- time — on the government rather than Saunders. "I think Mr. Saunders is respected through the ranks," says Mendicino. "The director of public prosecutions finds himself in an unenviable position because, in essence, the department has to find ways to save money at a time when they're being asked to do more." PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY G.R. Moss Appraisals Inc. Machinery and Equipment Valuations PROVIDING EXPERT OPINIONS FROM COAST TO COAST GILLES R. MOSS A.S.A., CEA 2910 SOUTH SHERIDAN WAY OAKVILLE, ONTARIO L6J 7J8 www.grmossappraisals.com TEL. (905) 829-5594 FAX (905) 829-7600 CELL (905) 599-1590 valexperts.pro@rogers.com oss_CL_Nov_09.indd 1 10/28/09 2:36:04 PM For a 30-day, no-risk evaluation call: 1.800.565.6967 Canada Law Book is a Division of The Cartwright Group Ltd. Prices subject to change without notice, to applicable taxes and shipping & handling. MacFarlane_DOiC (CL 1-4sq).indd 1 For a 30-day, no-risk evaluation call: 1.800.565.6967 Canada Law Book is a Division of The Cartwright Group Ltd. 6/11/10 9:57:07 AM ntitled-4 1 160 Elgin StreetSuite 2600OttawaOntarioK1P 1C3T 613-233-1781 montréalottawakanatatorontohamiltonwaterloo regioncalgaryvancouvermoscowlondon www. C ANADIAN Law ye rmag.com JULY 2010 35 4/19/10 2:05:16 PM Robert J. Frater and Chantal Proulx Bruce A. MacFarlane, Q.C., the