Federal Court Practice Direction on AI Guidance November 24, 2023 The CBA commented on the Federal Court Notice to Profession and Public: Principles on the Prospective Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Bill C-56 — Affordable Housing and Groceries Act November 23, 2023 The CBA comments on Bill C-56, the Affordable Housing and Groceries Act, recommending improvements to the GST New Residential Rental Property Rebate and amendments to the Competition Act.
UN Convention on the Rights of the Child November 17, 2023 To mark World Children’s Day, the CBA calls on Canadian governments to champion the advancement of children’s rights through a Government Action Plan to realize the recommendations of the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child.
Bill C-40 — Miscarriages of Justice Review Commission Act (David and Joyce Milgaard’s Law) November 06, 2023 The CBA supports Bill C-40 and the creation of the Miscarriage of Justice Review Commission while suggesting improvements.
Bill S-248 — Advance Requests for Medical Assistance in Dying October 31, 2023 The CBA comments on Bill S-248, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (medical assistance in dying) and its proposed approach for advance requests for medical assistance in dying.
Bill C-35 — Canada Early Learning and Child Care Act October 27, 2023 The CBA recommends improvements to Bill C-35, the Canada Early Learning and Child Care Act.
Council of Europe Treaty Negotiations on Artificial Intelligence October 20, 2023 The CBA supports Canada’s participation in international negotiations in the Council of Europe for a treaty on artificial intelligence.
Income Tax Act — GAAR Proposals and Self-Help Transactions October 13, 2023 The Joint Canadian Bar Association/Canadian Professional Accountants of Canada Taxation Committee comments on Income Tax Act s. 245 amendments, with examples of what should be acceptable transactions under the General Anti-Avoidance Rule (GAAR).
Consultation on Commissioner's Directive 711 – Structured Intervention Units October 04, 2023 The CBA is concerned Correctional Service Canada’s proposed policy does not meet international standards surrounding solitary confinement, nor the Charter.
CAPSA Guideline for Pension Plan Risk Management October 03, 2023 The CBA comments on the Canadian Association of Pension Supervisory Authorities' proposed revised Guideline for Pension Plan Risk Management.