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Susan Ursel was the CBA representative on the federal advisory board created by the Prime Minister to come up with a shortlist of nominees for the Supreme Court of Canada. She tells us a bit about what that was like.

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.

Updated JPS on Audit Inquiries effective December 1.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Canadian lawyers are helping support Vietnam’s new law-making process; young lawyers are plugging away at placements around the world; and CBAII bids farewell to project director Jennifer Khor.