COVID-19 — Zero-rating Personal Protective Equipment August 17, 2020 The CBA proposes that Personal Protective Equipment, a demonstrated necessity of life, should not be subject to GST/HST to ensure a consistent tax treatment.
COVID-19 – Changes to the Home Support Worker Pilot August 05, 2020 The CBA recommends changes to the Home Support Worker pilot program to address critical labour shortages in retirement homes and long-term care facilities exacerbated by the pandemic.
COVID-19 – Protecting Canadian Seniors June 10, 2020 The CBA urges federal government leadership and financial support to address the affect of COVID-19 on group care facilities for older Canadians.
COVID-19 – Impediments to Justice Canada Proceeding before Federal Court May 06, 2020 The CBA addresses technological challenges faced by Justice Canada in operating remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 — Incarcerated and Detained Individuals March 30, 2020 The CBA urges coordinated action by all levels of government to quickly address the potential spread of COVID-19 in prisons and immigration detention facilities.
Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) February 11, 2020 The CBA comments on the proposed response to a ruling that some restrictions on the eligibility to medical assistance in dying are unconstitutional.
Access to Documents on Federal Court Website December 23, 2019 The CBA comments on the Federal Court’s proposal to make court files available online, suggesting ways to respect open courts while protecting vulnerable parties using the justice system.
Welcome and Meeting Request December 20, 2019 The CBA to congratulates Minister of Justice and AG David Lametti on his re-appointment and looks forward to pursuing shared goals of advancing the rule of law, and improving legislation and the administration of justice.
Federal Court of Canada 2020-2025 Strategic Plan December 02, 2019 The CBA comments on the Federal Court's 2020-2025 Strategic Plan's proposed priorities of access to justice, modernization and strengthening the Court as a national institution.
Canada’s Remediation Agreement Regime November 19, 2019 The CBA asks the Public Prosecution Service of Canada to issue guidance on how prosecutors plan to apply Remediation Agreements in Canada.