I Interpretation

1. Definitions

In all Bylaws, Regulations and policies of the Association, unless the context otherwise requires:

“Association” means The Canadian Bar Association;

“Board” and “Board of Directors” mean the Board of Directors of the Association;

“Branch Executive” means the body designated in a Branch Bylaw to exercise executive authority in the Branch, and which may be named Executive Committee, Board of Directors or Branch Council;

“diversity” means the inclusion of members from a variety of backgrounds, with particular attention to representation in the Association of members from equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, LGBTI2S (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and two-spirit) communities, Indigenous peoples, racialized, ethno-cultural and religious groups, and persons with disabilities. Diversity is to be interpreted consistent with the evolving nature of equity issues.

“equity” means the ongoing process of identifying and overcoming barriers to achieve equal outcomes in the legal system and full participation in the legal community, which requires focusing on inclusion, diversity and accessibility;

“law society” means a body established by law to govern the legal profession in each province and territory in Canada, including the Chambre des notaires in Quebec. (19-01-A, Feb 2019; 21-01-A, Feb 2021, 24-03-A, Feb 2024)