CBABC members receive complimentary access to continuing professional development (CPD) credits through Section meetings, and get preferred rates on other Professional Development events.
To receive email notifications of new Section events added to this schedule, please enroll in your preferred Sections.
All times listed in Pacific time.
Mon Mar 10
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.5 CPD
ONLINE
Aboriginal Law-Vancouver Island Section
Navigating Estate Planning in First Nations Communities
Explore the unique world of on-reserve wills & estates practice with Berry Hykin and Alexa Powell, Woodward & Company Lawyers LLP, as they provide an overview of the legal context and discuss the implications.
Monday March 10 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, Indigenous,
Tue Mar 11
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
IN-PERSON, ONLINE
Tuesday March 11 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Tue Mar 11
5:30pm - 8:30pm
IN-PERSON
Women Lawyers Forum-Vancouver Island
WLF - Vancouver Island Judges Dinner
Join us for an inspiring evening that empowers women (cis and trans) in law and celebrates their achievements. Expand your professional network and cultivate valuable relationships.
Tuesday March 11 2025, , WLF,
Thu Mar 13
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Insurance Law Section
Disclosure of Complex Settlement Agreements
Kim Yee, Harper Grey, provides an in depth analysis on Disclosure of Complex Settlement Agreements, including the current state of the law on the duty to disclose, what constitutes “immediate” disclosure and the risks for failing to disclose.
Thursday March 13 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Mar 13
12:30pm - 1:30pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Thursday March 13 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Mar 13
12:46pm - 2:00pm
1.0 CPD
IN-PERSON, ONLINE
Thursday March 13 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Mon Mar 17
5:00pm - 6:30pm
IN-PERSON
CBABC
Your Practice, Your Voice: Networking for Solo & Small Firm Lawyers
Join CBABC President Lee Nevens (they/them) and CEO Kerry Simmons, KC (she/her) for a relaxed evening of networking with fellow solo and small firm lawyers in Kamloops. This event is an opportunity for you to share your experiences, discuss the challenges you face in your practice, and help shape the conversation around the realities of working as a solo or small firm lawyer. CBA members and non-members welcome! Secure your spot as spaces are limited.
Monday March 17 2025, , general, practice, solo, small, firm, regional, practice, management, networking, Kamloops
Tue Mar 18
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Civil Litigation-Vancouver Section
Top 3 Do’s and Don'ts of Litigation from Justice Fenlon
Justice Lauri Ann Fenlon, Court of Appeal, provides a unique opportunity offering her insight into what she thinks is valuable advice to ensure you're putting your best foot forward in your practice.
Tuesday March 18 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Mar 20
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Charities and Not-For-Profit Law Section
Indigenous Qualified Donees
Yvan Guy Larocque provides considerations for working with Indigenous nations that are non-charity qualified donees under the Income Tax Act. Topics including registration, permitted activities, granting considerations, and tax considerations.
Thursday March 20 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, Aboriginal,
Thu Mar 20
12:00pm - 1:00pm
ONLINE
Aboriginal Lawyers Forum
Community Lunch
Join ALF Executive member Katarina Sawchuck for a virtual lunch that will provide an opportunity to connect with other Indigneous lawyers/students/grads and foster greater connections within the community.
Thursday March 20 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, ALF, Indigenous,
Mon Mar 24
12:00pm - 1:00pm
ONLINE
Young Lawyers-Lower Mainland Section
Practical Evidence-Based Investing for Young Lawyers
Jacob Chang, Financial Advisor, shares proven steps that have helped many students achieve significant financial milestones such as purchasing their first home in BC’s challenging market, retiring early, and being outrageously generous.
Monday March 24 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
New
Tue Mar 25
4:30pm - 6:00pm
1.5 CPD
ONLINE
Criminal Justice-Vancouver, Criminal Justice-Vancouver Island Sections
Restorative Justice: The Collaborative Sentencing Program Model
David Gustafson, PhD (Faculty of Law, Leuven, Belgium), Adjunct Professor of Criminology at SFU, and Trauma Clinician (RCC), explains the key components of the Collaborative Sentencing Program Model being implemented.
Tuesday March 25 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Wed Mar 26
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Wednesday March 26 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, Aboriginal,
Thu Mar 27
5:30pm - 7:30pm
1.5 CPD
ONLINE
ADR-Nanaimo Section
The Magic of Mediation: How to Find, Feed, and Foment It
Kenneth Cloke, Centre for Dispute Resolution, examines a few of the sources of magic in mediation, the transformational skills and transcendent techniques that allow us to move beyond conciliation and compromise to collaboration and consensus.
Thursday March 27 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, Alternative Dispute Resolution,
Mon Mar 31
5:30pm - 7:00pm
1.5 CPD (1.0 ethics)
IN-PERSON, ONLINE
Women Lawyers Forum-BC
Women Leading in Law
Hear personal accounts from women leaders about their journeys to leadership and how they approach their roles today.
Monday March 31 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, WLF,
New
Wed Apr 9
12:30pm - 2:00pm
1.5 CPD (1.5 ethics)
ONLINE
Wednesday April 9 2025, Paige Thombs, PHD Candidate, Faculty of Law, Associate Fellow, Centre for Studies in Religion in Society, University of Victoria, Zoom, Webinar, religion, spritual, faith, identity, human rights, social justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, society
Wed Apr 9
5:00pm - 6:00pm
1.0 CPD
IN-PERSON, ONLINE
Maritime Law Section
April Meeting
Join the Maritime Law Section Executive for a review and update on maritime law, practice and procedure. We are pleased to support a hybrid option for those who would like to attend in-person or online.
Wednesday April 9 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
New
Thu Apr 10
5:30pm - 9:30pm
IN-PERSON
Women Lawyers Forum-BC
Women Lawyers Forum Awards Gala 2025
This year’s WLF Awards Gala is more than a celebration, it marks an opportunity to honour the achievement of women in the profession and their brilliant and life changing work. We’re excited to come together to acknowledge the resilience, strength and determination of the women who make up our industry.
Thursday April 10 2025, , WLF,
New
Fri Apr 11
12:45pm - 1:45pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Children's Law Section
Resist/Refuse Parental Contact - A Child's Perspective
Brandys Evans and Michael Zimmerman talk about the most common orders available to the court in trying to address resist/refuse cases as well as the impact on a child as a result of these orders
Friday April 11 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Wed Apr 16
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Civil Litigation-Vancouver Island Section
Conquering the Courtroom: The Ultimate Guide to Trial Preparation
David Juteau, a seasoned lawyer with 16 years of experience and managing partner at Pearlman Lindholm, specializes in civil litigation with a strong focus on preparing for BC Supreme Court trials. He shares invaluable insights into the trial preparation process, offering practical tips and strategies to ensure success in the courtroom.
Wednesday April 16 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Apr 17
12:00pm - 1:00pm
ONLINE
Aboriginal Lawyers Forum
Community Lunch
Join ALF Executive member Katarina Sawchuck for a virtual lunch that will provide an opportunity to connect with other Indigneous lawyers/students/grads and foster greater connections within the community.
Thursday April 17 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, ALF, Indigenous,
Mon Apr 28
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
IN-PERSON, ONLINE
Securities Law Section
Recent Developments in US Securities Law
Teresa Tomchak, Partner, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP, provides an update on recent trends in securities law litigation including plans of arrangement, take-over bids, and securities law class actions.
Monday April 28 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
New
Tue May 13
12:30pm - 1:30pm
ONLINE
General Practice, Solo & Small Firm Sections
Mitigating Risks in the Digital Legal Landscape
The session will cover practical advice, helpful resources, and a discussion on the increasing risks of cybercrimes. Learn how to protect your practice from common pitfalls and stay informed about emerging threats in the digital world.
Tuesday May 13 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
New
Thu May 22
12:00pm - 1:00pm
ONLINE
Aboriginal Lawyers Forum
Community Lunch
Join ALF Executive member Katarina Sawchuck for a virtual lunch that will provide an opportunity to connect with other Indigneous lawyers/students/grads and foster greater connections within the community.
Thursday May 22 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, ALF, Indigenous,
Thu Jun 19
12:00pm - 1:00pm
ONLINE
Aboriginal Lawyers Forum
Community Lunch
Join ALF Executive member Katarina Sawchuck for a virtual lunch that will provide an opportunity to connect with other Indigneous lawyers/students/grads and foster greater connections within the community.
Thursday June 19 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, ALF, Indigenous,
No results found.