SPOTLIGHT ON RESOLUTIONS AT THE AGM
Resolutions are one of the ways the Canadian Bar Association creates policy – and they’re a great way for members to get involved in the process. Resolutions are being done a bit differently this year – read on to find out what’s new.
ADVOCACY
CBA INFLUENCE
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 being Chairperson of the Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, or Ombudsperson for National Defence and Canadian Forces? 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? Look here for provincial and territorial opportunities.
GOVERNANCE
FROM THE BOARD: JEFF HOWE
Jeff Howe has been quite engaged by his tenure on the CBA Board of Directors, which is in its second and final year. But we’ll let him tell you about it.
News
ESCAPES AND OPPORTUNITIES: IS YLIP RIGHT FOR YOU?
Laura MacLean had dreamed of a career promoting human rights and social justice issues around the globe. While law school showed her that she might not be cut out for that sort of lifestyle after all, she says the CBA Young Lawyers International Program was made for people who, like her, have a passion for adventure and a desire to work in human rights.
WOMEN LAWYERS WIN AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
This year’s winner of the National Sections Council Award of Excellence is the Women Lawyers Forum, recognized for its outstanding contribution of a National Section in providing service to members and furthering the objectives of the Association. Read on for more.
STAND AND BE COUNTED IN: IDENTIFY YOURSELF
Data is an important factor when it comes to diversity and inclusion initiatives. Gathering statistics on our membership will help us gain a clearer understanding of trends in the profession and to develop appropriate programming. Please visit cba.org/identify to let us know – confidentially – a little more about you.
UPCOMING CONFERENCES AND WEBINARS
Does your Section have a conference this fall? Looking for a way to fill some CLE hours? Here’s a list of upcoming conferences and webinars.