News from the CBA International Law Section
CBA International Law Section writes to Ministers of Justice and Foreign Affairs regarding US ICC sanctions
On January 30, the CBA and its International Law Section wrote to the Ministers of Justice and Foreign Affairs to draw attention to the extraterritorial application of recent United States sanctions against judges of the International Criminal Court and to outline the availability of Canada’s Foreign Extraterritorial Measures Act (FEMA) as a legal framework for addressing their effects within Canada. The extraterritorial application of U.S. ICC Sanctions against ICC judges, including Canadian Judge Kimberly Prost, represents an infringement of Canadian sovereignty, international law and international comity and the independence of the ICC. FEMA offers an established, lawful mechanism to block or neutralize the effect of such foreign measures in Canada. To read the letter, check the CBA International Law Section webpage.
Upcoming International Law Events
Save the following dates! The Canadian international law community has several timely and interesting webinar/conferences scheduled for 2026 with more expected.
- June 7-9, Toronto – CanArbWeek – registration open
- October 29-30, Ottawa – 55th Annual Conference of the Canadian Council of International Law – details to come; check linked CCIL webpage
Don’t miss out!
Stay current and connected with your CBA International Law Section by:
- Checking our webpage for the latest CPD programs and Section initiatives
- Following us on LinkedIn at CBA International Law
CBA International Law Section – Student Essay Contest
The CBA International Law Section has established an essay contest related to public international law, transnational law, and cross-border matters. The objectives of the contest are to promote and reward interest in international law topics in Canadian law schools and to promote participation by Canadian law students in the activities of the CBA International Law Section.
Deadline to submit is April 26, 2026. Don’t forget to share with your students within your networks!