Warren Wilson, QC Receives Goyer Award
In the presence of more than 400 members of the legal profession, Warren T. Wilson, QC received the Georges A. Goyer, QC Memorial Award at the Bench & Bar Dinner on November 17. The award is the highest honour bestowed by the Canadian Bar Association, B.C. Branch.

Mr. Wilson was recognized for his role as a mentor and teacher and for his work on behalf of the Canadian Bar Association, the Law Society, the Law Foundation, the B.C. Courthouse Library Society, the Faculty of Law at UBC, and CLE.

“To every project, Warren always brings commitment, energy, preparation, intelligence, legal and financial acumen, humour and unfailing courtesy to and in respect of all others involved. As to his contributions, he has always been a leader, one who is liked and admired by all of those who deal with him in the profession generally and in his firm,” said Kenneth Bagshaw, QC, who co-nominated Mr. Wilson.

Created in 1992, the Goyer Award recognizes exceptional contributions to the legal profession, jurisprudence, development of law, or a significant law-related benefit to B.C. It is awarded in memory of Georges A. Goyer, QC, a respected CBABC member who passed away after a courageous battle with cancer.


Canadian Bar Association Scholarship
On October 13, Sally Ruldolf, an outstanding second-year law student at UBC, received the Canadian Bar Association Scholarship (sponsored by CBA Financial Services Corporation). Ms. Rudolf is studying in a joint program combining a Bachelor of Laws degree with a Masters in Asia-Pacific Policy Studies. She brings a strong volunteer background in equality and human rights issues to her studies.


CBABC Student Awards
The CBABC annually selects one student from each of B.C.’s two law schools to receive a $2,000 award. The award recipient is someone who exemplifies the best ideals that are served by the CBA. These ideals include:

• participation in activities that support members of the profession and law students;
• promotion of justice and law reform;
• promotion of equality among members of the profession and law students; and
• a demonstration of exemplary public or community service.

The 2004 recipients are UVic law student Lorne Neudorf and UBC law student Jesse Nyman. The awards were presented at each school’s mentor reception in October.


Law School Achievement Award
On October 5, Trisha Apland, a first-year law student at UVic, received the Law School Achievement Award (sponsored by CBA Financial Services Corporation). Ms. Apland brings enthusiasm, energy, and a rich work and volunteer experience to her legal studies. With a background in psychology, she has volunteered in employee assistance, union representation, and rape relief work.


Westbank Lawyer Wins Customer Service Award
Congratulations to Paul Hergott, of Bassett & Company, who won the Westbank B.C. Chamber of Commerce Customer Service Award in October.

The Customer Service Award is presented annually to a business “that provides its customers with a consistency of excellence in quality customer service... beyond customer expectations.”


Refugee Lawyers Group Wins Human Rights Award From MOSAIC
MOSAIC (Multilingual Orientation Service Association for Immigrant Communities) presented its 2004 Human Rights Award to the CBABC Refugee Lawyers Group (part of the Immigration Section) in September.

The Refugee Lawyers Group (the “Group”) was recognized for its commitment to the cause of human rights, particularly with respect to its work on legal aid issues.

The Group advocates for refugee rights and networks with community groups on refugee-related issues.


West Coast Environmental Law Awards Dr Andrew Thompson Award
West Coast Environmental Law is pleased to announce David Anderson as the winner of the first Dr. Andrew Thompson Award. The award recognizes an individual for lifelong contributions to the environmental protection and sustainability of B.C. through the law. It also honours Dr. Andrew Thompson who died in 2000.

“As a lawyer, environmental consultant, backbench MP and federal minister, Mr. Anderson has advocated for the environment and sustainability. He has been a champion of laws and policies that reduce the risk of oil spills on B.C.’s coast, effective laws to mitigate climate change, and effective clean-air regulations for cars and trucks,” said Chris Rolfe, West Coast Environmental Law Executive Director.

These articles were published in the December 2004 issue of BarTalk. © 2004 The Canadian Bar Association. All rights reserved.