CBA Welcomes New CEO Cheryl Farrow November 29, 2016 Cheryl Farrow has been named Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Bar Association, a role she assumed on Nov. 7.
SCC Upholds Importance of Privilege November 25, 2016 In two decisions rendered today, the SCC upheld the importance of solicitor-client privilege and litigation privilege, of central importance to the legal system as a whole.
ABA presents special video presentation: The Trump effect on energy and environment law, manufacturing November 23, 2016 In partnership with E&E News, the ABA Section of Environment, Energy and Resources presents this discussion of what a Trump administration might mean for the energy and environment legal landscape.
Recommended Amendments to Bill C-22 November 23, 2016 The CBA appeared before the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security to offer its views on Bill C-22, National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians.
Government of Canada announces judicial appointments and reforms appointments process to increase op November 21, 2016 Government of Canada
Your service experience is your brand November 16, 2016 When you’re not Ford or General Foods, chances are pretty good you don’t spend a lot of time thinking about your brand. But even small and sole practices should pay attention to how they’re perceived by the general public – it’s good for business. Joseph Donia gives you a few ideas about how looking after your brand can help you keep clients happy.
Amendments needed re Medical Assistance in Dying November 15, 2016 In a letter dated Nov. 3, 2016 to Justice Minister Jody Wilson-Raybould and Health Minister Jane Philpott, the CBA is offering its assistance on further legislative amendments to permit medical assistance in dying.
Doron Gold Wins 2016 CBA Wellness Award November 14, 2016 Registered Social Worker, Certified Professional Coach, psychotherapist and staff clinician at Toronto’s Homewood Health, Doron Gold is the winner of the 2016 CBA Wellness Award.
What’s new with CBA International Initiatives? November 07, 2016 Canadian lawyers are helping support Vietnam’s new law-making process; young lawyers are plugging away at placements around the world; and CBAII bids farewell to project director Jennifer Khor.