CBABC in the News

British Columbia is recommending a large-scale modernization of how the legal professions are governed in the province, and an expert is saying the proposals would represent a “quantum leap” for regulation in Canada if they are adopted.

Lawyer with Community Legal Services Association will focus on diversity, inclusion, access to justice

The Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch (CBABC) announced that Aleem Bharmal starts his term as president for the 2022-23 term on Sept. 1.

Laptops were donated to the Upper Skeena Counseling and Legal Assistance Society in Hazelton by the Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch.

CBC On The Coast interviews CBABC Executive Director Kerry Simmons, QC on restorative justice.

CBABC seeks funding for legal aid and modernization of court system

Short, routine matters before a judge could cost clients thousands of dollars

The Canadian Bar Association’s B.C. branch has come up with recommendations to ​address issues concerning the filing process under the Land Owner Transparency Act (LOTA).

Government also allotted funds to enhance strategy towards modernizing court processes

From The Lawyer's Daily: "Representatives of the bar in both British Columbia and Alberta are applauding their respective provincial governments for continuing to commit to the digitization of the legal system brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic as part of their most recent fiscal plans, but are also saying there needs to be more focus on legal aid funding and eligibility."