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Welcome Letter to Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada:

  • August 03, 2023

The CBA welcomes the new Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and sets out mutual priorities.

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Appointment of an Associate Chief Judge for the Superior Court of Québec

  • June 15, 2023

(Available in French only) The CBA underscores the urgency of filling the position of Associate Chief Judge of the Superior Court of Quebec.

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Review of Chairperson Guideline 8 (Vulnerable Persons Appearing Before IRB)

  • June 09, 2023

The CBA comments on proposed changes to IRB Chairperson’s Guideline 8 (Procedures With Respect to Vulnerable Persons Appearing Before the IRB).

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PR Pathways for out-of-status foreign nationals

  • May 25, 2023

The CBA recommends pathways to permanent residency for persons without valid immigration status.

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Judicial Vacancies

  • May 24, 2023

The CBA voices serious concerns about the current state of judicial vacancies in federally appointed courts.

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Innovative Solutions to Operational Challenges at IRCC

  • May 02, 2023

The CBA proposes solutions to operational challenges at IRCC, to reduce flagpoling, use a master portal, and update the “Use of a Representative” IMM 5476 form.

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Applying for a permanent resident card from outside Canada

  • May 01, 2023

The CBA comments on changes in IRCC’s interpretation of law and policy which preclude applicants outside of Canada from applying for a Permanent Resident card

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Reintroducing Bill C 36 to combat rise in hate crimes:

  • April 11, 2023

The CBA urges the federal government to introduce legislation to combat the dramatic rise in hate crimes, particularly against Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+, religious minority, racialized and ethnic communities.

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Delay for Medical Assistance in Dying Where Sole Underlying Condition is a Mental Illness

  • April 06, 2023

The CBA expresses concern with the delay of eligibility to medical assistance in dying for persons with mental illnesses.

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Pension Supervisory Authorities – Strategic Plan 2023 2026

  • March 21, 2023

The CBA comments on the Canadian Association of Pension Supervisory Authorities’ Draft 2023-2026 Strategic Plan

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