SPOTLIGHT ON THE AGM IN OTTAWA
Speeches, reports, resolutions, presentations – all in a 2 1/2-hour business meeting with people on the ground in Ottawa and more taking part from hubs across the country. Read on for more.
ADVOCACY
Check out the latest issue of CBA Influence, a monthly newsletter about CBA initiatives, submissions, interventions and comments on public policy. This newsletter provides a 360-degree look at both our current advocacy work, and opportunities for the CBA to get involved.
HELP WANTED: LEADERS LIKE YOU
You’ve been honing your skills – in leadership, judgment, assessing complex legal issues. You want new challenges. Interested in settling disputes in International Trade and International Investment? How about a seat on the federal bench? Well step right up – those positions and more are open, all you need to do is apply. Check out federal appointment opportunities and open positions on the bench. The government considers bilingual proficiency and diversity in filling these positions. Are they looking for you?
TEN THINGS IMPORTANT TO ME ABOUT THE TWU HEARING
Susan Ursel and co-counsel appeared before the Supreme Court in December on behalf of the CBA, which was intervening in the TWU case. Former CBA President Eugene Meehan, who was also in the room, asked her to write about her impressions of the day.
GOVERNANCE
’TIS THE SEASON – FOR CBA ELECTIONS
If you’ve been thinking you’d like to become more involved in shaping the CBA and its message, here’s your chance. Over the next few months you’ll have the opportunity to try for a spot on the Board of Directors, for places on Board Committees and Subcommittees, and/or on Section executives.
MEET VIVENE SALMON, CBA’S 2018-2019 VP
In December, current Ontario Board member Vivene Salmon was acclaimed as Vice-President for the 2018-19 CBA year. Find out a bit about our new VP.
CBA INTERNATIONAL INITIATIVES
TAKE YOUR EXPERTISE TO AFRICA WITH CBA’S SIRD PROJECT
The CBA’s Supporting Inclusive Resource Development project is underway in East Africa. With one regional forum under its belt, the project is now planning national forums in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania to talk about issues dealing with the extractives industry. And the CBA is looking for people with expertise to add to its volunteer database on the project.
REFLECTIONS ON THE INAUGURAL FORUM OF SIRD PROJECT
Kelly McLaughlin, a CBA member from the Northwest Territories, participated in the November regional forum, and shares some of her thoughts about it.
INTERNS WANTED! YOUNG LAWYERS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM IS BACK
CBA International Initiatives has received funding for another four years of one of its most popular programs, the Young Lawyers Internship Program. Find out how you can apply.
CBA SECTIONS AND INITIATIVES
REPORT: CBA WELLNESS MEETING
Candice Pollack and Nicolas Joubert attended the CBA Wellness meeting in Winnipeg last October on behalf of CBA Young Lawyers. They’ve written about their experience.
A NEW CHAPTER IN GLOBAL CORRUPTION
A new chapter on election financing has been added to the course book “Global Corruption: Law, Theory and Practice” which is available on the CBA website. The CBA’s Anti-Corruption Team sponsored and reviewed the first edition of the book written by Professor Gerry Ferguson at the University of Victoria.
ATTEND THE PITCH ON MAY 1
Get ahead of the legal innovation curve by joining us at The Pitch. Free for CBA members. Read on for more.
TRAVELLING WITH CHILDREN: WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW
Planning a trip south on March break? Check out “Travelling with a child?” It’s one of three new Legal Health Checks offering guidance to clients on legal issues.
ESSAY CONTESTS – DEADLINES APPROACHING
The CBA’s essay contests can help you build your profile within the legal community, connect with senior members of the bar, and hone your research and writing skills. And for the best submissions, we are awarding $250 - $2,500 in cash prizes. See what deadlines are fast approaching.
DEVELOP AND HONE YOUR SKILLS WITH SLS 2018
The Skilled Lawyer Series is back with two streams to help you develop skills or hone the ones you already have. The first stream, which began on Jan. 30, is all about interpreting financial statements; stream two, which kicked off on Feb. 15, is about drafting legal documents.
2018 CCCA NATIONAL CONFERENCE & ICW SUMMIT
The CCCA has joined up with the In-House Counsel World Summit for its 30th-anniversary conference. And new this year, the CBA’s legal innovation competition The Pitch will play out on the CCCA stage.
CBA IMMIGRATION LAW CONFERENCE 2018: STUDYING THE BALANCING ACT
This year’s Immigration Law Conference will consider Canadian and global trends in immigration law. Read on for all the details.
CBIA
NEW! Investment Program – just in time for RRSP season
CBIA/Lawyers Financial has launched a new Investment Program with more investment options, new fund categories, lower fees, improved technology and more! With RRSP season here, now’s the time to connect with your Lawyers Financial Advisor and check out all of the new features and options available to you.
CBA Members receive an additional 0.40% savings off already low IMFs.
Connect with your advisor today by visiting www.lawyersfinancial.ca or by calling 1‑800‑267‑2242
AVIS
Whether you’re meeting with clients or rewarding yourself with a getaway, you’ll enjoy special member rates and benefits when you rent with AVIS®. Plus, bundle your savings with a free weekend day. (Terms apply)
Skip the lines and the paperwork when you join AVIS Preferred®. In addition, Aeroplan® Members can earn Aeroplan Miles at participating AVIS locations, worldwide.
Details and reservations
BUDGET
Let the adventures begin. Choose a road to explore, book a car and enjoy CBA member-only savings when you rent with Budget. Plus bundle your savings with up to $25 USD off the base rate. (Terms apply)
Want to skip the rental counter? Join Fastbreak. In addition, Aeroplan® Members can earn Aeroplan Miles at participating Budget locations, worldwide. AIR MILES Collectors can get AIR MILES® Reward Miles at participating Budget locations in Canada and the U.S.
Details and reservations
STAGE2DATA
Hyperconvereged infrastructure has only been around for four or five years but has become the preferred leading technology for deploying information technology in data centers. It takes care of a lot of the mundane tasks IT managers have to deal with on a day to day basis. Contact Stage2Data if you want to find out more or read it here.
FIRST DATA
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If you sign up for a merchant account with First Data Canada today, you will receive your counter top VX820 Duet terminal without having to pay monthly rental fees. Call us today: Our Free Terminal Offer expires on February 28, 2018.
Call 1‑866‑228‑6184 to speak to someone today!
LENOVO
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Be sure to check the website often – special offers change frequently. Remember, these special monthly offers are customized for you. Whether you’re shopping for work, home or gifts, you’ll receive: FREE shipping on all web orders, access to energy-efficient green technologies and award-winning service.
MERCEDES
Mercedes-Benz Canada is proud to support its on-going partnership with all Canadian Bar Association members. As a member you can save up to $1,500 on a new Mercedes-Benz, smart of AMG vehicle in addition to existing special offers.
Please visit Mercedes-Benz.ca/CBA for more details.
Editor: Kim Covert
Production: Rose Wilson