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CBABC Announcement

CBABC President's Message on BC Wildfires

  • July 14, 2017

Massive wildfires in British Columbia have forced thousands from their homes and created a state of emergency in our province. CBABC providing resources for members in affected areas as well as for those who would like to donate to help.

Media Release

CBABC Responds to BC Government Throne Speech

  • June 22, 2017

CBABC is pleased to acknowledge today’s government throne speech and its inclusion of increased funding for legal aid in the province. The new investment will provide broader support and improve access to justice for British Columbians.

Media Release

Exceptional Lawyers Honoured by CBABC

  • June 19, 2017

CBABC celebrated outstanding lawyers in British Columbia at its annual branch awards presentation on Saturday, June 17 at the Westin Wall Centre, Vancouver Airport Hotel in Richmond, BC.

Media Release

WLF Awards Dinner Gala 2017

  • May 02, 2017

Congratulations to Linda K. Robertson, WLF Award of Excellence recipient and Rachel Mockler, Debra Van Ginkel, QC Mentoring Award recipient.

Media Release

CBABC Supports Law Society of BC's Vision for Publicly Funded Legal Aid

  • March 07, 2017

“Our colleagues at the Law Society of BC have offered a wise reminder that all British Columbians must have equal access to the justice system,” said Michael Welsh, CBABC president. “The challenge has been a lack of investment in legal aid to assist those who cannot afford legal services when they need them.”

Media Release

An Agenda for Justice: Discussion for BC’s Next Provincial Election

  • February 01, 2017

An Agenda for Justice has been prepared in advance of BC’s provincial election to inspire public discussion of vital justice issues. The document offers a series of recommendations and reforms to increase the justice system’s effectiveness and to improve BC laws.