The Canadian Bar Association welcomes the appointment of The Honourable Arif Virani as Minister of Justice and Attorney General. We look forward to working with him and his cabinet colleagues as the government continues on its legislative agenda. We also want to thank former minister David Lametti for his commitment to improving the justice system over the past few years.
The CBA shares many priorities with the federal government including modernizing the justice system, equal access to justice for everyone, addressing systemic inequities in the criminal justice system and judicial appointments that reflect the diversity of Canada. CBA members will continue offering their expertise and helping to craft legislation that meets the highest standards of equity, fairness and respect for the rule of law.