Submissions

"I write on behalf of the BC branch of the Canadian Bar Association in regards to the effect of Covid-19 which has resulted in the closure of British Columbia courthouses and court rooms, and the ability of people to comply with limitation periods." CBABC President Ken Armstrong

Rebeka Breder and Britta Jensen, Co-Chairs for the Animal Law Section, wrote the the Minister of Health and Provincial Health Officer urging them to deem essential pet-related services as "essential services" during the COVID-19 pandemic crisis.

"In consultation with the Real Property and Commercial & Real Estate Sections of the Canadian Bar Association (BC Branch), we respectfully request that the Minister consider a revision to the “Land Title (Transfer Forms) Regulation”, B.C. Reg. 53/90 (the “Regulation”) under the Land Title Act, [RSBC 1996] c. 250 to allow for witnessing of land title forms by videoconference during the COVID-19 pandemic."

Delivered by Kevin B. Westell, Pender Litigation

We write to follow up on discussions at our September Provincial Council meeting between your predecessor, Nancy G. Merrill, QC and Lisa Nevens, the co-chair of the Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Community Section (SOGIC) of the Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch (CBABC). That discussion and this letter is regarding LGBTQ2SI+1 content in the Professional Legal Training Course (PLTC).

"I regularly hear from members – particularly those practicing litigation – who are concerned about the availability of court dates and appearances in smaller communities throughout BC. The lack of availability of judges has a significant impact on timely and effective access to justice for those who find themselves involved in our justice system." - Kenneth Armstrong CBABC President 2019/2020 to The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada

Submission to the Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development

The Appellate Advocacy Section made a submission in response to a public consultation for changes to the Court of Appeal Act and rules.

This submission is being made on behalf of the Social Justice Section of the Canadian Bar Association, British Columbia Branch.

Issued by the CBABC Freedom of Information & Privacy Law Section