Strengthening Competition in the Financial Sector February 29, 2024 The CBA comments on how to strengthen competition in Canada’s financial sector.
Federal Court Practice Direction on AI Guidance November 24, 2023 The CBA commented on the Federal Court Notice to Profession and Public: Principles on the Prospective Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
CAPSA Guideline for Pension Plan Risk Management October 03, 2023 The CBA comments on the Canadian Association of Pension Supervisory Authorities' proposed revised Guideline for Pension Plan Risk Management.
Discrimination against Ahmadi Muslim Lawyers in Pakistan September 06, 2023 The CBA expresses concern over the discrimination of lawyers belonging to the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Pakistan.
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.
Consultation on the Future of Competition Policy in Canada June 22, 2023 The CBA gives its perspective on the Competition Bureau’s recommendations to shape the future of the Competition Act and competition policy in Canada.
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.
Bill C-42 — Canada Business Corporations Act Amendments (Beneficial Ownership Registry) June 08, 2023 The CBA expresses privacy concerns in full public access to a beneficial ownership registry.
Judicial Vacancies May 24, 2023 The CBA voices serious concerns about the current state of judicial vacancies in federally appointed courts.
Bill C-47 – Improving the Economic Sanctions Regime May 12, 2023 The CBA suggests improvements to proposed amendments to Canada’s economic sanctions regime in the Special Economic Measures Act and Justice for Victims of Corrupt Foreign Officials Act (Sergei Magnitsky Law).
Bill C-47 – Improving the Economic Sanctions Regime May 12, 2023 The CBA suggests improvements to proposed amendments to Canada’s economic sanctions regime in the Special Economic Measures Act and Justice for Victims of Corrupt Foreign Officials Act (Sergei Magnitsky Law).
Retroactive GST Legislation Bill C-47 —Budget Implementation Act, 2023, No. 1 May 11, 2023 The CBA expresses serious concerns about retroactive tax legislation that is unfair to taxpayers and a breach of the rule of law.
Retroactive GST Legislation Bill C-47 —Budget Implementation Act, 2023, No. 1 May 11, 2023 The CBA expresses serious concerns about retroactive tax legislation that is unfair to taxpayers and a breach of the rule of law.
Foreign Influence Transparency Registry May 10, 2023 The CBA supports a foreign influence transparency registry and recommends that legal advice and information subject to solicitor-client or contemplated litigation privilege be exempt from registration requirements.
Future of Competition Policy in Canada March 31, 2023 The CBA makes recommendations to shape the Competition Act and the future of competition policy in Canada.
Bill C-34 — National Security Review of Investments Modernization Act March 30, 2023 The CBA comments on proposed amendments to the Investment Canada Act in Bill C-34 — the National Security Review of Investments Modernization Act.
Draft Enforcement Guidance on Wage Fixing and No Poaching Agreements March 28, 2023 The CBA recommends clarifications to the Competition Bureau’s draft Enforcement Guidance on Wage-Fixing and No-Poaching Agreements.
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
Improving Inclusivity in the Canadian Justice System March 20, 2023 The CBA suggests best practices to ensure that courts correctly pronounce the names of all people appearing before them.
Prohibition Purchase November 28, 2022 The CBA comments on the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act, the regulations and policy directions.
Bill C-32 — Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act Proposed Income Tax Amendments Compromise Solicitor-Client Privilege November 28, 2022 The CBA says the Charter Statement for Bill C-32 fails to address solicitor-client privilege in Income Tax Act amendments on reporting requirements for trusts.
Bill C-32 — Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act – Proposed Income Tax Amendments Compromise Solicitor-Client Privilege November 22, 2022 The CBA calls on Parliament to protect solicitor-client privilege in Income Tax Act amendments on reporting requirements for trusts.
Proposed Income Tax Amendments Compromise Solicitor-Client Privilege November 22, 2022 The CBA calls on the Minister of Finance to protect solicitor-client privilege in Income Tax Act amendments on reporting requirements for trusts.
Bill C-32 — Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act – Proposed Income Tax Amendments Compromise Solicitor-Client Privilege November 22, 2022 The CBA calls on Parliament to protect solicitor-client privilege in Income Tax Act amendments on reporting requirements for trusts.
Supreme Court of Canada sittings in Quebec City September 01, 2022 The CBA appreciates the Supreme Court of Canada’s commitment to enhancing public appreciation of Canada’s law and democratic institutions in its upcoming sitting in Quebec City.
CAPSA Guideline No. 3 - Guidelines for Capital Accumulation Plans August 15, 2022 The CBA comments on proposed Canadian Association of Pension Supervisory Authorities Guidelines for Capital Accumulation Plans.
Registered Pension Plan Borrowing Restrictions August 05, 2022 The CBA Section says proposed changes to borrowing restrictions applicable to pension plans under the Income Tax Regulations undermine the objective of granting more flexibility and impose unnecessary burdens.
Bar Leaders’ Priorities for G7 Leaders Summit June 16, 2022 The CBA outlines issues of importance for the legal profession at the 2022 G7 Summit.
Draft Information Bulletin on Transparency May 20, 2022 The CBA is concerned with the increased discretion and reduced guidance and transparency in the Competition Bureau’s draft Information Bulletin on Transparency.
Bill C-19 — Part 5, Division 15, Budget Implementation Act, 2022, No 1: Competition Act amendments: (Senate of Canada) May 18, 2022 The CBA says proposed amendments to the Competition Act do not belong in the Budget Implementation Act. The proposals require further study to ensure they improve the Competition Act and not create unintended consequences.
Bill C-19 — Part 5, Division 15, Budget Implementation Act, 2022, No 1: Competition Act amendments May 18, 2022 The CBA says proposed amendments to the Competition Act do not belong in the Budget Implementation Act. The proposals require further study to ensure they improve the Competition Act and not create unintended consequences.
Pension Investment Risk Management May 13, 2022 The CBA comments on proposed pension investment risk management principles issued by the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions.
Vaccination Protocol for the Federal Court March 22, 2022 The CBA assesses considerations for whether the Federal Court should adopt a vaccination protocol.
Examining the Canadian Competition Act in the Digital Era January 14, 2022 The CBA cautions that more study is required on proposed amendments to the Competition Act to address anti-competitive behaviour in the digital age.
Registered Pension Plan Borrowing Restrictions September 16, 2021 The CBA comments on possible changes to the borrowing restrictions applicable to registered pension plans.
Campagne électorale fédérale -Lettre addressé au parti du Bloc québécois August 23, 2021 (available in French only) Dans la foulée de l’élection fédérale de 2021, l’ABC cherche à obtenir l’engagement des chefs des partis à transformer les systèmes de justice afin d’assurer un accès égal à la justice au Canada.
Federal election campaign – Letter New Democratic Party Leader August 23, 2021 During the 2021 federal election, the CBA seeks a commitment from the Party Leaders to transform the justice systems to ensure equal access to justice in Canada.
Federal election campaign – Letter to Green Party Leader August 23, 2021 During the 2021 federal election, the CBA seeks a commitment from the Party Leaders to transform the justice systems to ensure equal access to justice in Canada.
Federal election campaign – Letter to Conservative Party Leader August 23, 2021 During the 2021 federal election, the CBA seeks a commitment from the Party Leaders to transform the justice systems to ensure equal access to justice in Canada.
Federal election campaign – Letter to Liberal Party Leader August 23, 2021 During the 2021 federal election, the CBA seeks a commitment from the Party Leaders to transform the justice systems to ensure equal access to justice in Canada.
Situation in Afghanistan August 23, 2021 The CBA joins with other G7 bar associations to urge G7 countries to ensure the safety of Afghan human rights defenders and in particular of Afghan women judges and lawyers.
Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) June 10, 2021 The CBA comments on modernizing the insolvency system through regulations and directives under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act.
Saskatchewan Pension Plan Act - Financial Hardship Unlocking April 23, 2021 The CBA comments on Saskatchewan’s proposal to allow early unlocking of pension benefits for financial hardship.
Climate-Related Risks for Federally Regulated Financial Institutions and Pension Plans April 12, 2021 The CBA comments on the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institution’s consultation on how climate change can affect the safety and soundness of federally regulated pension plans.
Judicial Compensation and Benefits April 08, 2021 The CBA responds to the 6th quadrennial Judicial Compensation and Benefits Commission in determining fair and just judicial and prothonotary compensation and benefits pursuant to the Judges Act.
GST and HST on E-commerce Supplies February 01, 2021 The CBA comments on proposed changes to the application of GST/HST on e-commerce supplies to ensure these taxes apply fairly and effectively in the growing digital economy.
CAPSA Guideline No. 7 – Pension Plan Funding Policy January 28, 2021 The CBA comments on guidelines establishing pension plan funding policies in response to new plan designs and legislated funding requirements for pension plan administrators.
Strengthening Canadians Retirement Security (Federally Regulated Private Pension Plans) January 22, 2021 The CBA comments on proposals to strengthen federally regulated private pension plans.
Proposed Rules under New Brunswick Unclaimed Property Act November 20, 2020 The CBA comments on New Brunswick’s program to help individuals track down unclaimed property- including retirement planning tools - and encourages harmonization with other unclaimed entitlement programs in Canada.
Pension Benefits Act – Financial Hardship Unlocking September 30, 2020 The CBA comments on Newfoundland and Labrador's proposal to allow early unlocking of pension benefits for financial hardship.
Appointing BIPOC Candidates to the Federal Judiciary September 14, 2020 The CBA urges the Prime Minister and Minister of Justice to appoint Black, Indigenous and People of Colour candidates to the Supreme Court of Canada and other federal judicial positions.
Proposed Amendments to Model Code of Professional Conduct August 28, 2020 The CBA comments on proposed changes to the Model Code of Professional Conduct provisions on discrimination and harassment and ex parte proceedings and communications.
Draft Bulletin - Reasonable Methods to Apportion Assets and Actuarial Liabilities August 17, 2020 The CBA comments on the Canada Revenue Agency’s draft bulletin on methods to apportion assets and liabilities for funding defined benefit provisions of registered pension plans with more than one participating employer.
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.
Divorce Act Regulations (Federal Child Support Guidelines, Notice of Relocation, Provincial Child Support Service) April 27, 2020 The CBA comments on regulations to accompany amendments to the Divorce Act.
Multi-employer Negotiated Contribution Pension Plans February 11, 2020 The CBA comments on the framework for multi employer negotiated contribution pension plans.
Welcome to Minister of Finance February 11, 2020 The CBA congratulates the Finance Minister on his reappointment and comments on priorities relating to pensions and benefits, family law, beneficial ownership and employee stock option deductions.
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.
Gowning Requirements for Counsel (Supreme Court of Canada) November 15, 2019 The CBA asks the Supreme Court of Canada to introduce a gowning policy to accommodate counsel who cannot meet traditional gowning requirements due to personal circumstances such as pregnancy, medical condition or disability
Gowning Requirements for Counsel (Chief Justice of the Federal Court of Appeal) November 08, 2019 The CBA recommends changes to the Federal Court of Appeal’s gowning policies to accommodate counsel who need to depart from traditional gowning requirements due to personal circumstances such as pregnancy, medical condition or disability.
Gowning Requirements for Counsel (Chief Justice of the Federal Court) November 08, 2019 The CBA recommends changes to the Federal Court Court’s gowning policies to accommodate counsel who need to depart from traditional gowning requirements due to personal circumstances such as pregnancy, medical condition or disability.
Draft Guide — Authorization of Amendments Reducing Benefits in Defined Benefit Pension Plans September 30, 2019 The CBA comments on the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institution's Draft Instruction Guide on applications for authorization of amendments that would reduce benefits in defined benefit pension plans.
Draft Legislative Proposals Supporting the Conversion of Health and Welfare Trusts to Employee Life and Health Trusts July 31, 2019 The CBA comments on Finance Canada’s Draft Legislative Proposals Supporting the Conversion of Health and Welfare Trusts and offers suggestions for improvement.
Improved Funding Framework for Nova Scotia Pension Plan: The Road Forward July 05, 2019 The CBA comments on a discussion paper about Nova Scotia’s pension funding framework and advocates for sustainability, clarity, harmonization and retirement income security.
Making Access to Justice an Election Priority June 11, 2019 The CBA is asking party leaders to show leadership on access to justice, by dedicating federal legal aid funding; and adopting guiding principles for a national, integrated system of public legal assistance.
Income Tax Act — Employee Stock Option Changes Announced in 2019 Federal Budget May 14, 2019 The Joint Canadian Bar Association/Canadian Professional Accountants of Canada Taxation Committee raises general questions and concerns about changes to the tax deduction for employee stock options announced in the 2019 Federal Budget.
Draft Strategic Plan 2019-2022 March 01, 2019 The CBA comments on the Canadian Association of Pension Supervisory Authorities' Draft Strategic Plan for 2019-2022.
Registered Pension Plan Annuity Contracts under Income Tax Act section 147.4 March 01, 2019 The CBA comments on the Canada Revenue Agency’s guidance on the purchase of annuity contracts under section 147.4 of the Income Tax Act and offers suggestions for improvement.
Supreme Court Hearings Outside Ottawa February 04, 2019 The CBA supports a principled approach to occasional SCC sittings outside Ottawa and outlines several factors to consider.
Retirement Security Income January 31, 2019 The CBA responds to the federal government consultation on retirement security for Canadians.
Consultation on Guideline No. 2 - Electronic Communication in the Pension Industry December 12, 2018 The CBA supports the use of electronic communications in the pension industry and suggests further improvement to CAPSA Guideline #2.
Guideline No. 8 – Defined Contribution Pension Plans Guideline September 05, 2018 The CBA comments on CAPSA’s revised Guideline on Defined Contribution Pensions Plans Guideline.
Guideline No.9: Searching for Un-locatable Members August 09, 2018 The CBA says to consider retirement income security, shared responsibility and harmonization in any changes to CAPSA Guideline #9, Searching for Unlocatable Members of a Pension Plan.
Pension Plans — Solvency Funding July 13, 2018 The CBA urges Finance Canada to support a sustainable framework to strengthen pension coverage, guided by the principles of retirement income security, sustainability, and harmonization.
Discontinuing CRA Administrative Positions on Health and Welfare Trusts June 29, 2018 The CBA says changes in Budget 2018 to end CRA Administrative positions on health and welfare trusts to instead use employee life and health trust rules under the Income Tax Act should occur as seamlessly as possible.
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.
Tax Proposals for Private Corporations — Protecting Past Passive Investments May 25, 2018 The Coalition for Small Business Tax Fairness continues to recommend measures to alleviate the burden of new passive income rules on businesses.
Reviewing Canada's Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing Regime May 11, 2018 The CBA responds to a Finance Canada consultation on Canada's anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing regime.
Revised Consent Guidelines (PIPEDA) April 26, 2018 The CBA comments on the Privacy Commissioner’s revised draft guidelines for obtaining meaningful consent and recommends some clarification.
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).
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.
Manitoba Pension Benefits Act Review February 21, 2018 The CBA responds to the Manitoba government review of pensions legislation and urges harmonization and retirement income security.
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.
Big Data and Innovation: Implications for Competition Policy in Canada November 29, 2017 The CBA comments on the Competition Bureau's discussion paper about the implications of big data and innovation on competition.
Pension Funding Framework Review November 23, 2017 The CBA comments on the Nova Scotia government's pension funding framework review and advocates sustainability, clarity and harmonization in considering any changes to the funding model.
Coalition for Small Business Tax Fairness Feedback on Revised Tax Proposals for Private Corporations November 22, 2017 While the Coalition for Small Business Tax Fairness welcomes some movement to proposed tax rules for Canadian-controlled private corporations, more consultation is needed to understand and address the consequences of the complex proposals.
GST/HST Amendments - Investment Limited Partnerships November 09, 2017 The CBA makes recommendations to clarify proposed GST/HST changes on services provided by general partners to partnerships engaged in investment activities.
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.
Statutory Review of Canada's Anti-Spam Law October 23, 2017 The CBA says that Canada's Anti-Spam Law must strike a balance between protecting consumers from unwanted, deceptive and damaging commercial electronic messages and allowing businesses to compete in a global marketplace.
Coalition for Small Business Tax Fairness — Proposed Tax Proposals for Private Corporations October 12, 2017 The Coalition for Small Business Tax Fairness, of which the CBA is a member, asks again that the government set aside tax proposals for Canadian Controlled Private Corporations in favour of a comprehensive review of Canadian tax policy.
PIPEDA — Breach of Security Safeguards Regulations October 02, 2017 The CBA says Breach of Security Safeguards Regulations under PIPEDA should balance individual privacy rights and the legitimate needs of businesses to collect, use and disclose personal information for reasonable purposes.
Review of Federal Financial Sector Framework - Second Consultation Paper September 29, 2017 The CBA encourages Finance Canada to expand the Bank of Canada unclaimed balances program to include unclaimed pension monies.
Derivatives Sound Practices for Federally Regulated Private Pension Plans September 29, 2017 The CBA comments on OSFI's draft derivatives guidelines and encourages clarification on independent valuation inputs for derivatives.
Coalition for Small Business Tax Fairness letter on proposed tax proposals August 31, 2017 The CBA joins the Coalition for Small Business Tax Fairness —a unified voice to oppose federal government’s tax proposals for incorporated small businesses.
Funding and Asset Allocation Rules for Multi-Jurisdictional Pension Plans August 15, 2017 The CBA comments on CAPSA's proposed changes to the funding and asset allocation rules for multi-jurisdictional pension plans.
Independence of the Judiciary in Poland July 25, 2017 The CBA urges the Government of Canada to encourage judicial independence in Poland.
Pension Benefits Standards Regulations, 1985 and Pooled Registered Pension Plans Regulations amendments May 26, 2017 The CBA comments on changes to regulations aiming to improve the long-term sustainability of pension plans. The CBA supports the efforts to harmonize pension legislation across jurisdictions and suggests amendments to clarify the regulations.
Bill C-16 — Canadian Human Rights Act and Criminal Code Amendments (gender identity or expression) May 11, 2017 The CBA urges the Senate to pass Bill C-16, which adds "gender identity or expression" to the prohibited grounds of discrimination in the Canadian Human Rights Act and to the identifiable groups in the hate crime provisions of the Criminal Code.
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.
Pension Investment in Canada — 30% Rule September 16, 2016 The CBA tells Finance Canada why the 30% Rule should be removed as a restriction on federal pension plans.
Canadian Bar Association Governance and Organization August 12, 2016 A Canadian Bar Association resolution passed at the 2016 Annual Meeting of Council.
CBA Speaker Diversity August 12, 2016 A Canadian Bar Association resolution passed at the 2016 Annual Meeting of Council.
Saskatchewan Negotiated Cost Pension Plan Consultation August 02, 2016 The CBA comments on the Saskatchewan Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority's consultation paper on negotiated cost pension plans. The CBA encourages harmonization, consistency and flexibility.
Model Code of Professional Conduct July 12, 2016 CBA supports proposed changes to FLSC Model Code of Professional Conduct on competence, dishonesty, leaving a law firm, and incriminating physical evidence.
Revisions to Pension Plan Governance Guideline June 17, 2016 The CBA comments on the Canadian Association of Pension Regulatory Authority (CAPSA) revised governance guidelines, and commends CAPSA's continued efforts to provide guidance on pension plan governance.
Bill C-14 — Medical Assistance in Dying (Letter to Senate Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs) May 04, 2016 The Canadian Bar Association recommends amendments to Bill C-14 (medical assistance in dying) to align with Carter v. Canada.
Bill C-4, An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code, the Parliamentary Employment and Staff Relations Act, the Public Service Labour Relations Act and the Income Tax Act April 13, 2016 The CBA supports the parts of Bill C-4 that repeal Bill C-377, which introduced strict requirements for labour organizations to report expenditures. The CBA restates its privacy, constitutional and pensions law concerns with Bill C-377.
Entity Regulation March 07, 2016 The CBA comments on entity regulation to the Federation of Law Societies and encourages the law societies to harmonize any new regulations between jurisdictions
Canadian Bar Association Intervention Policy February 24, 2016 A Canadian Bar Association resolution passed at the 2016 Mid-Winter Meeting of Council.
Joint Policy Statement on Audit Inquiries February 24, 2016 A Canadian Bar Association resolution passed at the 2016 Mid-Winter Meeting of Council.
Canadian Association of Pension Supervisory Authorities – Strategic Plan 2016-2019 January 29, 2016 The Canadian Bar Association provides input to the Canadian Association of Pension Supervisory Authorities on its 2016-2019 strategic plan.
Welcome to Justice Portfolio November 04, 2015 The CBA extends congratulations to the Justice Minister and looks forward to working with her to convey the perspective of the legal profession on issues of mutual interest.
Welcome to Prime Minister November 04, 2015 The CBA extends congratulations to the Prime Minister and looks forward to working with the new government to convey the perspective of the legal profession on issues of mutual interest.
Nova Scotia Pooled Registered Pension Plans Regulations October 15, 2015 The CBA Pensions and Benefits Section comments on the draft PRPP regulations in Nova Scotia and stresses importance of harmonization.
Multilateral Agreement on Pooled Registered Pension Plans August 14, 2015 The CBA comments on Finance Canada’s consultation for a proposed multilateral agreement to oversee PRPPs and advocates for regulatory harmonization.
Financial/Literacy Phase 3: Strengthening Young and Adult Canadians February 27, 2015 The CBA supports the National Strategy for Financial Literacy, and offers recommendations to strengthen the financial literacy of young and adult Canadians.
Bill C-377 — Income Tax Act Amendments (requirements for labour organizations) December 04, 2014 The CBA is concerned that imposing stringent reporting requirements on labour organizations undermines the privacy of Canadians, may be unconstitutional, and unintentionally captures a myriad of pension or benefit funds with unionized employees.
Regulations Amending Certain Regulations Relating to Pensions (Proposed Regulations) October 27, 2014 In response to regulation pre-published in the Canada Gazette on September 27, 2014, the CBA comments on proposed amendments to improve the regulatory framework of defined contribution pension plans (DC Plans).
National Strategy for Financial Literacy, Phase 1: Strengthening Seniors' Financial Literacy July 17, 2014 The CBA supports the National Strategy for Financial Literacy, and offers recommendations to strengthen seniors’ financial literacy.
Pension Innovation for Canadians: The Target Benefit Plan June 30, 2014 The CBA agrees with making the federal government’s target-benefit pension plan model more available and offers a legislative framework for Target Benefit Plans.
Harmonization of Pooled Registered Pension Plans June 19, 2014 The CBA believes that all Canadians should have equal access to pooled registered pension plans (PRPPs), and asks provincial governments to harmonize legislation for PRPPs across Canada.
Consultation Paper - Non Residency Unlocking June 18, 2014 In response to a consultation paper dated May 12, 2014, the CBA gives input on proposed new non-residency unlocking rules under the Saskatchewan Pension Benefits Act, 1992 and its regulations.
Pensions and Benefits Standards Act and Income Tax Act Application of 10% Rule February 11, 2014 The CBA seeks clarification of the Canada Revenue Agency’s different interpretations of the 10% rule under the Pension Benefit Standards Act and Income Tax Act investment rules.
Policy Advisory on Longevity Insurance and Longevity Swaps December 06, 2013 The CBA comments on the draft Policy Advisory on Longevity Insurance and Longevity Swaps (Draft Advisory).
Policy Advisory on Longevity Insurance and Longevity Swaps December 06, 2013 Letter to Superintendent of Financial Institutions Canada
Consultation Paper — Pooled Registered Pension Plans November 08, 2013 The CBA comments on the consultation paper on Pooled Registered Pension Plans issued by the Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan (FCAA).
Pension Coverage August 17, 2013 WHEREAS pension coverage and retirement savings adequacy are important issues for Canadians and Canadian governments, as illustrated by recent work on pension reform by the federal and several provincial governments
Innovating for a Sustainable Retirement System (D'Amours Report) May 16, 2013 Submission to Quebec Commission des finances publiques
Bill C-377 — Income Tax Act Amendments (requirements for labour organizations) May 08, 2013 The CBA remain of the opinion that Bill C-377 is fundamentally flawed and triggers serious concerns from a privacy, constitutional and pensions law perspective.
Protecting Unclaimed Pension Monies February 17, 2013 WHEREAS encouraging saving for retirement through pension plans is an important national issue, of concern to federal, provincial and territorial governments, public policy organizations and the public
Bill C-377 — Income Tax Act amendments (requirements for labour organizations) November 23, 2012 The CBA opposes the Bill C-377 because it is fundamentally flawed and contains serious concerns from a privacy, constitutional and pensions law perspective.
Bill 80 — An Act respecting voluntary retirement savings plans October 18, 2012 Submission to Quebec Minister of Employment and Social Solidarity
Reform of Canada Pension Plan June 21, 2012 Letters to Provincial and Territorial Ministers of Finance
Reform of Canada Pension Plan May 28, 2012 Letter to Minister of Finance and Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development
Nova Scotia Pension Benefits Act — Draft Regulations January 12, 2012 Submission to Nova Scotia Department of Labour and Advanced Education
New Brunswick Pension Review September 15, 2011 Submission to New Brunswick Task Force on Protecting Pensions
Tax Rules for Pooled Registered Pension Plans (PRPPs) August 18, 2011 Submission to Minister of Finance
Protecting RRSPs and RRIFs from Creditors August 13, 2011 Whereas encouraging saving for retirement is an important national issue, of concern to federal, provincial and territorial governments, public policy organizations and the public
CAPSA Guidelines: Pension Plan Prudent Investment Practices and Questionnaire and Pension Plan Funding Policy May 18, 2011 Submission to Canadian Association of Pension Supervisory Authorities
Reform of Canada Pension Plan February 11, 2011 WHEREAS encouraging retirement savings is an important national issue, of concern to federal, provincial and territorial governments, public policy organizations and the public
Registered Pension Plans for Self-Employed Individuals January 17, 2011 Letter to Minister of Finance
Prince Edward Island Consultation on Bill 30 — Pension Benefits Act January 12, 2011 Submission to Prince Edward Island Department of Justice and Public Safety
Bill C-501 — Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act Amendments (pension protection) November 16, 2010 Submission to Senate Committee on Banking, Trade and Commerce
National Pensions and Benefits Law Section Bylaw August 14, 2010 This Section of the National Sections Council of the Canadian Bar Association (the Association) shall be known as "The National Pensions and Benefits Law Section" (the Section).
Nova Scotia Discussion Paper on Pensions June 16, 2010 Submission to Policy, Planning and Professional Services Branch, Nova Scotia Labour and Workforce Development
Directives of the Superintendent Pursuant to the Pension Benefits Standards Act — Draft Amendment June 09, 2010 Letter to Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Canada
Income Tax Act Amendments — Employee Life and Health Trusts June 07, 2010 Letter to Department of Finance
Pension Plan Funding and Investment April 14, 2010 Submission to Canadian Association of Pensions Supervisory Authorities (CAPSA)
Funding and Security of Pension Benefits February 13, 2010 Whereas pension issues are of national importance, concerning federal and provincial regulators, employers, employees, retirees, unions, public policy organizations and the public
Harmonization of Pension Laws February 13, 2010 Whereas pension issues are of national importance, concerning federal and provincial regulators, employers, employees, retirees, unions, pension plan administrators, pension fund investment managers, public policy organizations and the public
Unlocking Pension Funds Consultation September 16, 2009 Submission to Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Legislative and Regulatory Framework for Private Pension Plans Subject to the Pension Benefits Standards Act March 18, 2009 Submission to Finance Canada
Human Resources and Social Development Portfolio Priorities December 18, 2008 Letter to Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development
Nova Scotia Pension Review Panel — Position Paper November 06, 2008 Submission to Nova Scotia Pension Review Panel
Registered Pension Plans for Self Employed Individuals August 16, 2008 Whereas the federal Income Tax Act and the pension benefit standards legislation enacted by the federal government and nine provinces permit registration of pension plans sponsored by employers, but not by self employed persons
Deferred Income Plans Section of Income Tax Rulings Directorate June 17, 2008 Letter to Canada Revenue Agency
National Pensions and Benefits Law Section February 18, 2006 Whereas pensions and benefits is a recognized area of law in Canada
Pre-Budget Consultations September 13, 2005 Letter to Finance Committee. The Canadian Bar Association is committed to removing and preventing barriers for people with disabilities in obtaining, using and benefiting from the services offered. If you require an accessible version of this document please send an email request to accessibility-accessibilité@cba.org.
Pension Equity in Exempting from Seizure Registered Retirement Savings Plans May 10, 2005 Letter to Minister of Finance of Manitoba
Pension Equity in Creditor-Proofing Registered Retirement Savings Plans April 27, 2005 Letter to Provincial and Territorial Ministers of Finance
Employment Insurance Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits February 15, 2003 Whereas at the 1995 Mid-Winter Meeting in Charlottetown, CBA Council adopted a resolution urging the federal government to extend maternity and parental benefits under the Unemployment Insurance scheme or other appropriate legislation to self-employed individuals