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Professional group says modernization of technology in legal system is crucial for access to courts

The federal government’s newly unveiled legislation to help combat the overrepresentation of Indigenous and Black people in the justice system is a step in the right direction but doesn’t go far enough, critics say.

Lawyers issue recommendations to ease access to justice

Bar association calls for investments in technologies to deliver justice remotely during and after pandemic

Recommendations focus on necessary changes to ensure fair, accessible and modern justice for all British Columbians

This Memorandum, and the directions set out herein, replace my memorandum and directions dated April 14, 2020 (updated May 11, 2020).

Victoria resident graduated top of her law class in 1951 and worked until her death

All persons attending courtrooms will be required to participate and cooperate to attain the recommended COVID-19 health and safety protocols. This includes practicing physical distancing, sanitizing hands upon entry of a courthouse or courtroom, and adhering to all other recommended health and safety protocols and directions.

Following a merit-based recruitment process, Luningning Alcuitas-Imperial has been appointed chair of the Mental Health Review Board (MHRB), the independent tribunal established under the Mental Health Act.

The Victoria Bar Association is saddened to advise that Constance Isherwood, Q.C. has passed away. Having just turned 101 on January 19th, she was Canada's oldest practising lawyer. She remained active in our community after reaching 100, and was a guest speaker at the last in-person Victoria call ceremony last year.