Model Code of Professional Conduct Amendments (cultural competency) December 19, 2024 The CBA suggests refinements to the Federation of Law Societies of Canada’s proposed amendments to the Model Code of Professional Conduct dealing with cultural competency.
Courts Administration Service Funding December 11, 2024 The CBA supports the Courts Administration Service’s off cycle budget request to maintain its current, proportional level of support for hearings and dispositions of cases in the Federal Courts.
Bill C-71 – Amendments to the Citizenship Act December 02, 2024 The CBA recommends improvements to Bill C-71 to address adoptees' unequal treatment and ensure compliance with the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Income Tax Act — Summary of Feedback on the EIFEL Administration November 22, 2024 The Joint CBA/CPA of Canada Taxation Committee comments on the consultation on the Excessive Interest and Financing Expenses Limitation (EIFEL) proposals.
Competition Act’s New Greenwashing Provisions November 13, 2024 Providing input on the Bureau’s greenwashing provisions, this submission emphasizes clear standards for environmental claim terms, substantiation, and enforcement to balance consumer protection with practical compliance for Canadian businesses.
Cloud Act Agreement November 01, 2024 The CBA makes comments proactively on an anticipated agreement between Canada and the United States pursuant to the Clarifying Lawful Overseas Use of Data Act (US).
Consulting Canadians on the Operation of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement October 31, 2024 The CBA’s CUSMA Working Group has submitted comments on Canada's CUSMA obligations. This includes updates to Dispute Mechanisms, Immigration, Digital Tax, IP Protections, AI Regulation, Indigenous Rights, and Trade Secrets.
Approach to Competitor Property Controls October 18, 2024 The CBA urged the Competition Bureau to clarify enforcement of competitor property controls, calling for practical guidance and focused compliance standards to prevent regulatory overreachÂ
Establishing Guidelines Concerning Use of the Notwithstanding Clause October 15, 2024 The CBA recommends safeguards surrounding the use of s.33 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (the notwithstanding clause).
Fairer Tax Treatment of Separated Parents and Their Children October 10, 2024 The CBA addresses critical taxation issues that disproportionately affect separated parents.