CBABC offers many opportunities for Indigenous lawyers to build profile and advancement in the legal profession.
Governance Roles
CBABC holds space on our Board of Directors and select Committees for Indigenous representatives, some of whom are appointed by the Aboriginal Lawyers Forum.
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Board of Directors |
Adam Munnings |
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Policy & Advocacy Committee |
Breanne Martin |
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Access to Justice Committee |
Isabel Jackson |
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BarTalk Editorial Committee |
Isabel Jackson (chair) |
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Truth & Reconciliation Committee |
Andrea Glen |
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Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee |
Katarina Sawchuk |
Building Profile
Since 2017, BarTalk magazine has hosted a regular column, Indigenous Matters, profiling Indigenous contributors and topics. Commemorating Canada’s second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the October 2022 BarTalk issue opened the floor to diverse legal professionals lending their voices on Indigenous matters.
Recognition
The Aboriginal Lawyers Forum recognizes Indigenous lawyers and students through the following annual awards.
ALF Special Contribution Award recognizes a firm or individual’s contribution to the Aboriginal Lawyers Forum in addressing the various issues facing Indigenous people in the legal profession.
ALF Student Appreciation Award is given to law students of Indigenous ancestry who have shown consistent dedication to Indigenous people in the field of law.
