The Canadian Bar Association is the essential ally and advocate of all members of the legal profession; it is the voice for all members of the profession and its primary purpose is to serve its members; it is the premier provider of personal and professional development and support to all members of the legal profession; it promotes fair justice systems, facilitates effective law reform, promotes equality in the legal profession and is devoted to the elimination of discrimination; the CBA is a leading edge organization committed to enhancing the professional and commercial interests of a diverse membership and to protecting the independence of the judiciary and the Bar.

The CBA is a professional, voluntary organization which was formed in 1896, and incorporated by a special act of Parliament on April 15, 1921. Today, the Association represents some 36,000 lawyers, judges, notaries, law teachers, and law students from across Canada. Approximately two-thirds of all practising lawyers in Canada belong to the CBA.

Dial-A-Law
Access a library of pre-recorded phone messages prepared by lawyers - available here online as handy information sheets - that provide practical information on the law in British Columbia. A free, convenient and easy way for you to learn about the law and your rights as a resident of British Columbia. Now available in Chinese and Punjabi.

Lawyer Referral Service
The purpose of the Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) is to assist the public in selecting the most appropriate resource for assistance with legal problems. Last year, LRS referred more than 32,000 clients to LRS member lawyers. In operation since 1955, LRS is a non-profit program that provides referrals province-wide in every area of law. Lawyers provide LRS clients with an initial consultation of up to 30 minutes for a nominal fee of $25. LRS is a service operated by the CBABC and funded by the Law Foundation of British Columbia.

Law Week - April 14-20, 2008
A public legal education program that provides an opportunity for young people and adults to become familiarized with the Canadian legal system. In celebration of Law Week, a number of events such as mock trials, free legal classes, citizenship ceremonies, courthouse tours, public speaking contests and essay contests for high school students will be held throughout British Columbia.

News Releases
Current and archived news releases from the BC Branch, organized chronologically and dating back to 1998.

Media Contact Guide
The guide is a listing of key spokespersons in the law. It is a valuable resource for preparing news stories, editorials, forums or broadcasts about or involving the law or the legal profession. The guide is available free of charge to accredited media only. To request a copy, please send your name, media outlet and address to cba@bccba.org.

BC Lawyers' Directory
The Branch annually publishes the BC Lawyers' Directory, a comprehensive and up-to-date listing, both alphabetically and geographically, of all lawyers including corporate counsel and lawyers in government. Extensive listings of law related organizations, courts, judges, commissions and other professional services make the Directory an invaluable resource. Members can also be included in the special advertising feature “Preferred Area of Practice” for a nominal fee.

CBA & CBABC Awards
The CBA presents a number of awards and scholarships to recognize exceptional achievements in various areas related to the law.

A Client's Guide to Litigation
A new publication by David Roberts, QC offers an invaluable, easy-to-read resource for clients.

Online Classified Ads
CBABC offers you competitive pricing for ads that reach the legal community!

FAQ
Our collection of Frequently Asked Questions can provide a quick answer to such common questions as how to find a lawyer, how to raise questions or concerns about a particular lawyer, and where to access information on Canada's legal system.

Legal Community
There are a number of organizations in British Columbia that provide legal information, services and advice to the public and the legal profession.

Legal Links & Law Blogs
Access an index with links to CBA Branches, law libraries, courts and judiciary, government, law schools, pro bono services, law blogs and more.