CBABC Sections were more active than ever before with record-breaking member engagement opportunities across the board. Volunteers worked hard to create a variety of programs and events that connected members when and where they wanted it.
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A TRANSFORMATIVE WEEKEND
The Aboriginal Lawyers Forum hosted their annual retreat at Tigh Na Mara Resort in beautiful Parksville. Members heard from esteemed speakers Doug White, KC, of the Premiers office, Dr. Judith Sayers of the Nuu-Chah-Nulth Tribal Council, Bruce McIvor of First Peoples Law and The Honourable Judge Karen Whonnock of the Provincial Court of BC. This year’s theme, Honouring the Past, Foundations for the Future, gave speakers the space to share past experiences, how far we’ve come and the work ahead. Highlights included networking opportunities, a formal dinner and a popular beadwork session led by Michele Casavant.
REACHING NEW HEIGHTS
The 16th Annual Aboriginal Lawyers Forum Auction was a roaring success. Thank you to all who donated to this worthy cause. Over $17,500 was raised this year — the fourth consecutive year of record-breaking numbers. All auction proceeds fund opportunities for Indigenous law school and articling students through the Warrior Project.
LOOKING AHEAD: 2023/24 SECTION TERM
CBABC members have a lot to look forward to next term. Section Executives are hard at work to bring a robust lineup of virtual and hybrid professional development sessions combined with several networking opportunities like our popular Monte Carlo Night, For the Love of Litigation Dinner, Family Law and Judges’ Dinners and more!