Welcome and Meeting Request December 20, 2019 The CBA to congratulates Minister of Justice and AG David Lametti on his re-appointment and looks forward to pursuing shared goals of advancing the rule of law, and improving legislation and the administration of justice.
Canada’s Remediation Agreement Regime November 19, 2019 The CBA asks the Public Prosecution Service of Canada to issue guidance on how prosecutors plan to apply Remediation Agreements in Canada.
Gowning Requirements for Counsel (Supreme Court of Canada) November 15, 2019 The CBA asks the Supreme Court of Canada to introduce a gowning policy to accommodate counsel who cannot meet traditional gowning requirements due to personal circumstances such as pregnancy, medical condition or disability
Medical Assistance in Dying October 04, 2019 The CBA supports a ruling that some restrictions on the eligibility to medical assistance in dying are unconstitutional and encourages the federal government to work with provinces and territories to ensure eligibility is aligned with SCC guidance.
Making Access to Justice an Election Priority June 11, 2019 The CBA is asking party leaders to show leadership on access to justice, by dedicating federal legal aid funding; and adopting guiding principles for a national, integrated system of public legal assistance.
LGBTQ2 Health in Canada May 01, 2019 The CBA comments on LGBTQI2S health giving input on conversion therapies, access to medication, intersex surgeries, eligibility to donate blood and trans health challenges.
Bill C-92 — An Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis Children, Youth and Families April 30, 2019 The CBA says Bill C-92 is a first step toward reform of child welfare services for Indigenous communities but a federal funding commitment is essential.
Bill C-78, Divorce Act Amendments April 15, 2019 The CBA urges prompt passage of Divorce Act amendments (Bill C-78), noting that several CBA recommendations were addressed by changes in the House of Commons.
Supreme Court Hearings Outside Ottawa February 04, 2019 The CBA supports a principled approach to occasional SCC sittings outside Ottawa and outlines several factors to consider.