Model Rules on Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing — Amendments April 03, 2018 The CBA comments on proposed amendments to the Federation of Law Societies of Canada model rules on anti-money laundering (cash transactions, client identification and verification) and on a proposed new rule (trust accounts).
Training Law Students and Lawyers in Alternative Dispute Resolution March 09, 2018 The CBA says law students and young lawyers should be well trained in dispute resolution techniques, to improve access to justice.
Coalition for Small Business Tax Fairness feedback on revised tax proposals February 22, 2018 The Coalition for Small Business Tax Fairness remains concerned with changes to income splitting rules and upcoming changes to passive investments. The Coalition continues to recommend a comprehensive review of Canada's income tax system.
Class Action Judicial Protocols (2018) February 16, 2018 Resolution passed at the Annual Meeting of the Canadian Bar Association
Federal Court Draft Report on Confidentiality Orders February 05, 2018 The CBA comments on the use of confidentiality orders in Federal Court proceedings.
PMNOC Timetable Checklist February 01, 2018 The CBA comments on a timetable checklist for Federal Court PMNOC proceedings (patents and generic medicines)
Competition Bureau Immunity Program January 23, 2018 The CBA says proposed changes to the Competition Bureau's Immunity Program will increase burden on applicants and could undermine a crucial enforcement tool.
Judicial Appointments January 12, 2018 The CBA urges the Justice Minister to improve access to justice by filling judicial vacancies and expanding Unified Family Courts.
Bill C-58 — Solicitor-Client Privilege December 20, 2017 The CBA says Bill C-58 should not allow the Information and Privacy Commissioners to review records subject to solicitor-client privilege.
Addressing Corporate Wrongdoing in Canada December 08, 2017 The CBA recommends Deferred Prosecution Agreements and enhancements to the Integrity Regime to expand Canada's toolkit to address corporate wrongdoing.