Vancouver Island lawyer to head Canadian Bar Association, B.C. branch September 02, 2021 Clare Jennings aims to make law profession more accessible and inclusive.
New CBABC President champions inclusivity for the legal profession September 01, 2021 CBABC announces Clare Jennings as its President for the 2021-22 term. Clare’s term begins as our economy continues to re-open and opportunities return to meet in-person with lawyers in all regions and practice areas.
Legal groups concerned about possible abolition of civil juries in B.C. August 27, 2021 Critics say civil juries are costly, lengthy, unpredictable and have an increased likelihood of mistrial and the necessity for retrial.
Message to CBABC Members: Every Child Matters July 13, 2021 The CBABC Aboriginal Lawyers Forum continues to offer support and share in the grief with our Indigenous members, colleagues and communities regarding the recent announcement of the more than 160 undocumented and unmarked graves found at the site of the former Kuper Island Industrial School on the traditional lands of the Penelakut Tribe.
Letter to Governor General Designate Mary Simon, OC, OQ July 05, 2021 "We raise our hands to you, the first Indigenous person appointed to this position, and honour you for your selfless acceptance of the highest level of community service." - Randy Robinson, ALF Chair
Letter to President Tuma Young, QC, Nova Scotia Barristers' Society July 05, 2021 "We applaud the Nova Scotia's Barristers' Society on its work to create a mandatory cultural competency program. We applaud your work as Chair of the Truth & Reconciliation Commission Working Group. We applaud your tireless efforts on access to justice issues and pro bono initiatives." - Randy Robinson, ALF Chair
Bar Association Awards Recognize Exceptional Contributions to BC Legal Community June 08, 2021 The Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch has once again honoured several outstanding BC lawyers and an innovative organization, all of whom have contributed to the profession and community.
CBABC Statement on Justice Romilly's Wrongful Detainment May 17, 2021 "At CBABC, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in the legal profession and justice system. It is incumbent on each institution, and on each individual, to recognize and combat our unconscious biases and systemic racism."
A Modernized Justice System and Meaningful Change for Indigenous Peoples: CBABC Responds to BC Budget 2021 April 20, 2021 The Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch applauds the significant financial commitments made in BC Budget 2021 to support the evolution of a modernized justice system and meaningful change for Indigenous peoples.