Submissions and Resolutions

During the 2021 federal election, the CBA seeks a commitment from the Party Leaders to transform the justice systems to ensure equal access to justice in Canada.

During the 2021 federal election, the CBA seeks a commitment from the Party Leaders to transform the justice systems to ensure equal access to justice in Canada.

The CBA joins with other G7 bar associations to urge G7 countries to ensure the safety of Afghan human rights defenders and in particular of Afghan women judges and lawyers.

The CBA recommends measures to combat elder abuse more effectively.

The CBA comments on Saskatchewan’s proposal to allow early unlocking of pension benefits for financial hardship.

The CBA comments on the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institution’s consultation on how climate change can affect the safety and soundness of federally regulated pension plans.

The CBA comments on proposed changes to the application of GST/HST on e-commerce supplies to ensure these taxes apply fairly and effectively in the growing digital economy.

The CBA comments on guidelines establishing pension plan funding policies in response to new plan designs and legislated funding requirements for pension plan administrators.

The CBA comments on proposals to strengthen federally regulated private pension plans.

The CBA comments on New Brunswick’s program to help individuals track down unclaimed property- including retirement planning tools - and encourages harmonization with other unclaimed entitlement programs in Canada.