Submissions and Resolutions

The CBA urges the federal government to cease litigation and pursue good faith negotiation following dismissal of its judicial review application of CHRT rulings on underfunding of Indigenous child welfare services.

The CBA suggests improvements to the Temporary Resident to Permanent Resident Pathway Program.

The CBA recommends changes to the Model Code of Professional Conduct as it applies to family law lawyers.

The CBA reiterates its concern that raising the Disbursement Quota in a low interest environment will be challenging for many charities.

The CBA comments on possible changes to the borrowing restrictions applicable to registered pension plans.

The CBA agrees with mandatory liability insurance for members of the College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents, and recommends not duplicating insurance requirements for lawyers and law firms.

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 comments on a proposal by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and Employment and Social Development Canada to enhance requirements for employers seeking to hire Temporary Foreign Workers.

The CBA comments on the creation of an independent Criminal Case Review Commission, making recommendations on its structure, mandate, decision making and remedies.

The CBA again expresses concern about Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada preventing lawyers from effectively representing their clients as it tests and implements new technologies.