For information on the highlighted Member Services suppliers and several we have not mentioned, check out the CBABC website under the “Member Savings” section in “Membership” for information on suppliers, contact numbers and order forms. Alternatively, you can e-mail members@bccba.org and request information or call the CBABC office for assistance.

Alpine Resorts
Ski/Snowboard, Cross Country and Snow Tubing Passes. Get yours now, these sell out fast!


Cypress Mountain
This is the first year the CBABC is offering discounted tickets for this favourite Vancouver local snow sport destination resort. In addition to Downhill Skiing and Snowboarding Cypress also offers Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing and Snow Tubing. Something for everyone and fun for the whole family. Similar discounts are not available at any retail outlets or publicly accessible mediums.


Bugatti Cases
Check out some new additions to our line which include the International 1645 which is made out of ballistic nylon and has a telescopic handle and in-line wheels. Bugatti bags make great gifts and when you see them you’ll wonder why you don’t have one yourself.


YWCA of Vancouver
Is getting in shape on your mind this time of year? CBABC members receive a $7 discount on monthly dues. To have the $75 joiner fee waived please contact the CBABC at members@bccba.org for more info.


Emergency Preparedness Kits
Are you prepared for a disaster? At the office? At home? In your car?

Seismic experts say a major earthquake will happen in B.C. We cannot prevent an earthquake, however we can prepare for it. The Canadian Bar Association has an opportunity for you to protect yourselves and loved ones. Purchase disaster kits for the home, car, and office at wholesale prices. Kits will be on sale until February 29, 2008. For an order form visit the CBABC website or e-mail members@bccba.org.


CBIA and CBAF
The Canadian Bar Insurance Association (CBIA) makes it simple to protect yourself and your loved ones by providing all of your financial protection needs in one place.

Whether it’s your life or your car that needs to be insured our insurers can provide you with low cost, comprehensive solutions designed for the unique needs of the legal profession. CBIA’s full range of benefits include: life insurance; critical illness insurance; disability income protection; office overhead protection; law firm employee benefits; home and auto insurance; travel insurance; and more.

CBIA’s sister company, CBA Financial (CBAF) makes it easy for you to plan, track and manage your retirement savings when it’s convenient for you by providing 24 hour on-line and telephone access to your savings. CBAF’s well-known and respected fund managers have been carefully selected for their long-term stability and overall investment returns. And, when you open a CBAF RRSP account, you immediately benefit from CBAF’s group buying power through significantly reduced Investment Management Fees.

Visit us at www.barinsurance.com or www.barfinancial.com or contact your local Authorized Representative to learn more.

These articles were published in the February 2008 issue of BarTalk and are subject to the copyright by the British Columbia Branch of the Canadian Bar Association, 2008, all rights reserved.