Karen Bellehumeur
Karen Bellehumeur is a Canadian lawyer known for her advocacy in cases involving sexual violence and survivors' rights. She gained significant media attention as the legal representative for the woman identified as 'EM' in a high-profile sexual assault trial involving five members of Canada's 2018 world junior ice hockey team. Following the verdict of not guilty, she expressed concerns about the treatment of her client during the trial and the implications of the decision on the broader justice system in Canada.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 3 | 6.00 | 0.19% | +10% | 38,005,238 | 78,190 | $1,700,000 | 3,498$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 24,124 | $2,700,000 | 959$ |
| Totals | 4 | 105,891,249 | 102,314 | $4,400,000 | 4,457$ |
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Recent Mentions
Canada:
Karen Bellehumeur is the lawyer who supported E.M. during the trial.
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Canada:
Karen Bellehumeur spoke passionately outside the courthouse in support of E.M.
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Canada:
Karen Bellehumeur is E.M.'s lawyer who stated that the justice system must do better.
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United Kingdom:
Karen Bellehumeur, EM’s lawyer, described the outcome of the trial as devastating and called for reforms in Canada’s justice system.
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