Submissions

The CBA comments to the Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics Committee on the Privacy Commissioner's proposed changes to the Privacy Act.

The CBA make recommendations to Justice Canada on reforms to the federal judicial discipline process. The CBA urges inclusion of lay persons and puisne judges, the development of a code of procedure and reintroduction of Inquiry Independent Counsel.

The CBA advises the Federation of Law Societies of Canada that post-judicial return to practice should be regulated, with corresponding recommendations.

The CBA tells Finance Canada why the 30% Rule should be removed as a restriction on federal pension plans.

The CBA commends the government's Innovation Agenda. Competitive intensity fosters innovation. Policy should favour open markets. Regulations should not impede the ability of market participants to capitalize on innovation-enhancing opportunities.

The Joint Canadian Bar Association/Canadian Professional Accountants of Canada Taxation Committee gives its views to Finance Canada on proposed Income Tax Act amendments to the small business deduction and transfer of life insurance policies.

The CBA writes to Public Works and Government Services Canada to express its concerns with the Government of Canada's Relocation Support Services Integrated Relocation Program.

The CBA comments on GST/HST voluntary disclosures and provides suggestions for improving the Canada Revenue Agency's voluntary disclosures program.

A Canadian Bar Association resolution passed at the 2016 Annual Meeting of Council.

A Canadian Bar Association resolution passed at the 2016 Annual Meeting of Council.