Federal Courts Rule 481(2)(e) - Arrest of Sister Ships March 20, 2017 The CBA recommends clarity and consistency in Federal Court Rules on sister ship arrest.
Regulations on Compulsory Insurance for Ships Carrying Passengers February 21, 2017 The CBA views the proposed regulations as a step towards better protecting Canadians and compensating victim of maritime passenger accidents, but suggests improvements.
Shortage of Judges December 19, 2016 The CBA reiterates the urgency of filling vacancies and increasing judicial complements across Canada, noting the critical shortage of judges in Quebec and Alberta.
Court and Registry Management System December 07, 2016 The CBA urges the Justice Minister to support technological advancements for the Federal Courts, and the Tax Court of Canada.
Review of the Navigation Protection Act November 28, 2016 The CBA recommends that all navigable waters be protected, not just those waters listed in the Schedule to the Navigation Protection Act.
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.
Canadian Bar Association Governance and Organization August 12, 2016 A Canadian Bar Association resolution passed at the 2016 Annual Meeting of Council.
CBA Speaker Diversity August 12, 2016 A Canadian Bar Association resolution passed at the 2016 Annual Meeting of Council.
Model Code of Professional Conduct July 12, 2016 CBA supports proposed changes to FLSC Model Code of Professional Conduct on competence, dishonesty, leaving a law firm, and incriminating physical evidence.