Cyber Security November 01, 2016 The federal government can show much needed leadership by creating, adopting and modeling best practices for cyber security. The CBA welcomes the chance to comment on draft legislation or regulations, or to participate in consultations.
Leonard Peltier's Plea for Clemency October 28, 2016 The CBA urges the Government of Canada to encourage their US counterparts to grant clemency to Leonard Peltier.
Delays in Canada's Criminal Justice System October 18, 2016 The CBA adds to its previous submissions on ways to reduce delays in the criminal justice system, including changes to disclosure, promoting early resolution, modernizing routine appearance and investing in legal aid.
Federal Judicial Discipline Process September 21, 2016 The CBA make recommendations to Justice Canada on reforms to the federal judicial discipline process. The CBA urges inclusion of lay persons and puisne judges, the development of a code of procedure and reintroduction of Inquiry Independent Counsel.
Post-Judicial Return to Practice September 21, 2016 The CBA advises the Federation of Law Societies of Canada that post-judicial return to practice should be regulated, with corresponding recommendations.
Legalization, Regulation and Restriction of Access to Marijuana September 09, 2016 The CBA says that the approach in the government's discussion paper is a step toward decriminalization of marijuana, but falls short of the promised legalization.
Responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action August 12, 2016 A Canadian Bar Association resolution passed at the 2016 Annual Meeting of Council.
Clemency for Leonard Peltier August 12, 2016 A Canadian Bar Association resolution passed at the 2016 Annual Meeting of Council.
Overuse of Pretrial Detention August 12, 2016 A Canadian Bar Association resolution passed at the 2016 Annual Meeting of Council.
Canadian Bar Association Governance and Organization August 12, 2016 A Canadian Bar Association resolution passed at the 2016 Annual Meeting of Council.