Shortage of Judges December 19, 2016 The CBA reiterates the urgency of filling vacancies and increasing judicial complements across Canada, noting the critical shortage of judges in Quebec and Alberta.
Study on Access to the Justice System - Legal Aid December 07, 2016 The CBA recommends that the federal government endorse CBA and ALAP's Proposed National Benchmarks for Public Legal Assistance Services, and provide a dedicated transfer for funding civil legal aid.
Delays in Canada's Criminal Justice System October 18, 2016 The CBA adds to its previous submissions on ways to reduce delays in the criminal justice system, including changes to disclosure, promoting early resolution, modernizing routine appearance and investing in legal aid.
Delays in Canada's Criminal Justice System February 18, 2016 The Canadian Bar Association suggests ways to reduce delays in the criminal justice system, including changes to disclosure, promoting early resolution, modernizing routine appearance and investing in legal aid.
Welcome to Justice Portfolio November 04, 2015 The CBA extends congratulations to the Justice Minister and looks forward to working with her to convey the perspective of the legal profession on issues of mutual interest.
Welcome to Prime Minister November 04, 2015 The CBA extends congratulations to the Prime Minister and looks forward to working with the new government to convey the perspective of the legal profession on issues of mutual interest.
Pro Bono Committee Mandate February 11, 2012 WHEREAS the Pro Bono Committee was created in 2003, with a mandate to promote and facilitate pro bono service in the legal profession
Insurance Coverage for Pro Bono Legal Services August 11, 2007 Whereas the Canadian Bar Association has called for each member of the legal profession to strive to contribute 50 hours or 3% of billings per year on a pro bono basis