Federal Court Practice Direction on AI Guidance November 24, 2023 The CBA commented on the Federal Court Notice to Profession and Public: Principles on the Prospective Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Discrimination against Ahmadi Muslim Lawyers in Pakistan September 06, 2023 The CBA expresses concern over the discrimination of lawyers belonging to the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Pakistan.
Improving Canada's Anti Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing Regime August 16, 2023 The CBA comments on how to improve Canada’s Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing Regime, emphasizing the protection of solicitor-client privilege.
Income Tax Act — Impact of CAE Case August 11, 2023 The Joint Canadian Bar Association/Canadian Professional Accountants of Canada Taxation Committee recommends excluding unconditionally repayable loans from being “government assistance” for appropriate tax purposes.
Welcome Letter to Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada: August 03, 2023 The CBA welcomes the new Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and sets out mutual priorities.
Valuation for Duty Regulations June 23, 2023 The CBA comments on proposed changes to the Valuation for Duty Regulations.
Consultation on the Future of Competition Policy in Canada June 22, 2023 The CBA gives its perspective on the Competition Bureau’s recommendations to shape the future of the Competition Act and competition policy in Canada.
Appointment of an Associate Chief Judge for the Superior Court of Québec June 15, 2023 (Available in French only) The CBA underscores the urgency of filling the position of Associate Chief Judge of the Superior Court of Quebec.
Bill C-42 — Canada Business Corporations Act Amendments (Beneficial Ownership Registry) June 08, 2023 The CBA expresses privacy concerns in full public access to a beneficial ownership registry.
Judicial Vacancies May 24, 2023 The CBA voices serious concerns about the current state of judicial vacancies in federally appointed courts.