News

Browse our news listing for top CBA news stories and messages to our members.

Spotlight on CBA intervention policy

  • December 06, 2016

A year after the CBA Board voted in favour of a new intervention policy – which was officially adopted at the CBA Council meeting in February – everyone seems to be settling in to the new consultation and review process.

Senate hears from CBA on Indian Act amendments

  • November 30, 2016

In an appearance before the Senate on Nov. 29, the CBA says Bill S-3, An Act to amend the Indian Act, is on track to effectively remove gender inequities from the Indian Act. However, a piece meal approach has not proved effective in the past and the CBA urges more time to consider all the ramifications this time around.

SCC Upholds Importance of Privilege

  • November 25, 2016

In two decisions rendered today, the SCC upheld the importance of solicitor-client privilege and litigation privilege, of central importance to the legal system as a whole.

Recommended Amendments to Bill C-22

  • November 23, 2016

The CBA appeared before the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security to offer its views on Bill C-22, National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians.

Your service experience is your brand

  • November 16, 2016

When you’re not Ford or General Foods, chances are pretty good you don’t spend a lot of time thinking about your brand. But even small and sole practices should pay attention to how they’re perceived by the general public – it’s good for business. Joseph Donia gives you a few ideas about how looking after your brand can help you keep clients happy.

Amendments needed re Medical Assistance in Dying

  • November 15, 2016

In a letter dated Nov. 3, 2016 to Justice Minister Jody Wilson-Raybould and Health Minister Jane Philpott, the CBA is offering its assistance on further legislative amendments to permit medical assistance in dying.

Doron Gold Wins 2016 CBA Wellness Award

  • November 14, 2016

Registered Social Worker, Certified Professional Coach, psychotherapist and staff clinician at Toronto’s Homewood Health, Doron Gold is the winner of the 2016 CBA Wellness Award.

Get Acquainted With Connexions

  • November 07, 2016

Launched as a pilot project in six jurisdictions this fall, Connexions is a program that matches new young lawyer members with a peer – also known as a “CBA Connector” – in their area. Connectors help new young lawyer members navigate their way through the CBA in order to get the most out of their membership.