2024

This Practice Direction sets out how to apply for a sealing order in a civil or family law proceeding.

Purpose: To outline the process for obtaining judicial authorizations, either in person or by a means of telecommunication (“telewarrant”).

British Columbia is reaching out to the public as it seeks to identify and address systemic racism in government services.

The Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch is pleased to award Vancouver lawyer, Edward L. Wilson the Georges A. Goyer QC Memorial Award for Distinguished Service. The award is the highest honour bestowed by the Branch and was presented at the annual Vancouver Bench & Bar Dinner.

“This is a special opportunity for us to congratulate those who go above and beyond every day to contribute to the cause of justice. Our theme this year was remarkable deserves recognition, and I truly believe each recipient is more than worthy of this honour. We are lucky to have these individuals not only as colleagues, but as members of our association”, shared Aleem Bharmal, KC, CBABC President.

Kerry L. Simmons, KC, CBABC Executive Director, appeared on CTV's Power Play with Joyce Napier.

Six of the 17 committees that screen candidates for federally appointed courts across Canada have stopped operating, even as the number of vacant jobs for judges contributes to severe delays in the justice system.

The B.C. government has introduced new legislation it says will make it easier for people to get the money owed to them following a successful civil court or tribunal decision.

British Columbia’s bar and bench are working to recruit qualified lawyers with diverse legal and life experiences to apply to become judges of the B.C. Supreme Court.

The Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch is deeply disappointed that the BC Government is moving forward with Bill 5 and does not understand the unique role of public sector lawyers.