Federal Judicial Appointments – Application Package September 26, 2018 The CBA comments on the federal judicial application package (superior courts).
Bill C-58 — Access to Information Act and Privacy Act Amendments May 29, 2018 The CBA recommends amendments to Bill C-58 to improve access to information laws and safeguard solicitor-client privilege and judicial independence.
Bill C-58, Access to Information Act Amendments October 31, 2017 The CBA comments on Bill C-58, addressing changes to the Access to Information Act, proactive publication, and solicitor-client privilege.
Bill C-337, Judicial Accountability through Sexual Assault Law Training Act April 06, 2017 The CBA comments on judicial education requirements in Bill C-337.
Shortage of Judges December 19, 2016 The CBA reiterates the urgency of filling vacancies and increasing judicial complements across Canada, noting the critical shortage of judges in Quebec and Alberta.
Federal Judicial Discipline Process September 21, 2016 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.
Post-Judicial Return to Practice September 21, 2016 The CBA advises the Federation of Law Societies of Canada that post-judicial return to practice should be regulated, with corresponding recommendations.