Federal Courts Rules - 2024 Global Review July 02, 2024 The CBA comments on the proposed overview of the Federal Courts Rules touching on procedural and jurisprudential developments.
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.
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.
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.
Judicial Vacancies May 24, 2023 The CBA voices serious concerns about the current state of judicial vacancies in federally appointed courts.
Improving Inclusivity in the Canadian Justice System March 20, 2023 The CBA suggests best practices to ensure that courts correctly pronounce the names of all people appearing before them.
Bill C-20, Public Complaints and Review Commission Act January 30, 2023 The CBA comments on legislation to establish a Public Complaints and Review Commission for the CBSA and RCMP
Bill C-32 — Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act Proposed Income Tax Amendments Compromise Solicitor-Client Privilege November 28, 2022 The CBA says the Charter Statement for Bill C-32 fails to address solicitor-client privilege in Income Tax Act amendments on reporting requirements for trusts.