CBABC offers on-demand professional development that you can access anytime, anywhere. Choose from a variety of programs that help you stay current with changes in the law, build your skills as a lawyer, manage your practice and ensure you meet your ethical and professional responsibility obligations.
CBABC members enjoy at least 50% off program prices, with many programs offered for free (search the term "FREE" to find them).
All prices are subject to applicable taxes.
Student Series
Crush your Articles
Your articles are just around the corner! Discover the secrets to standing out, managing your workload like a pro, and becoming the go-to person in your firm. With expert advice and insider stories, learn how to make a lasting impact early in your career.
Lawyering Skills
0.0 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
Ryan Bernard of Dentons LLP, Young Lawyers - Lower Mainland Co-Chair, Ahmed Elashry of MacLean Armstrong LLP, Young Lawyers - Lower Mainland Co-Chair,
Recent
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Series
Practicing Law, Living Religion
Religious identity can have a significant influence on how lawyers do their jobs. Learn more about these experiences and the ways their unique perspectives can benefit the profession.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member $100
Non-Member $165
Paige Thombs, PHD Candidate, Faculty of Law, Associate Fellow, Centre for Studies in Religion in Society, University of Victoria,
Recent
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Series
Trans-Inclusivity in Practice
Delves into the unique challenges faced by transgender people and the pivotal role that lawyers can play from inclusive language to the simple changes we can make to improve a more equitable environment for this community.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
2.0 CPD
Member $100
Non-Member $165
Lee Nevens, CBABC President & Department of Jusice Civil Litigator,
Recent
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
Brandon Hastings, Founder, The Justice Hack and Litigator & Mediator, Cassady Law LLP, Dr. Megan Ma, Associate Director, CodeX and Law, Science, Technology Program, Stanford Law School, Amy A. Emerson, Assistant Dean for Library and Information Services & Professor of Law, Villanova University, Insiyah Jamal, Project Manager, Responsible Computing for Just Futures Initiative, University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, Zarja Hude, Senior Associate, King’s College, University of Cambridge, , Hayley Woodin Hastings, Editor-in-Chief, Business in Vancouver (BIV) (Moderator),
Recent
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
Professor Amy Salyzyn, Professor, Faculty of Law, Common Law Section, University of Ottawa, Michael Litchfield, Director, Faculty of Law, Artificial Intelligence Risk and Regulation Lab & the Business Law Clinic, University of Victoria | Associate Director, BC Access to Justice Centre for Excellence, , Tina Parbhakar, Strategic Coordinator, Access to Justice BC (Moderator),
Recent
Access to Justice Week
Access to Justice in the AI Era: Innovation vs. Risk
Separate hype from reality in this examination of the intersection of AI and access to justice. Explore practical use cases and opportunities as well as risks and regulatory considerations for using AI.
Lawyering Skills
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
Zach Zarnow, Deputy Managing Director, National Center for State Courts, Dr. Andrew Pilliar, Associate Professor, Faculty of Law, Thompson Rivers University, Angie Still, Virtual Client Navigator, BC First Nations Justice Council, , Sarah McCoubrey, Founder of CALIBRATE and consulting as the Director of IJC Transformation, BC First Nations Justice Council (Moderator),
Recent
Advancing Reconciliation
Integrating Indigenous Practices in Board Governance
Kwakwaka’wakw and Tlingit lawyer, Halie Kwanxwa’logwa Bruce, explores how to apply a reconciliation lens to engagement, project management, trust-building and conflict resolution.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
2.0 CPD
Member $130
Non-Member $200
Hallie (Kwanxwa’logwa) Bruce, JD, Barrister & Solicitor / Mediator, Cedar & Sage Law, Aboriginal,
Recent
Revamp Conflict Resolution with Restorative Justice
Restorative justice is a transformative approach to conflict that aims to repair harm among individuals and the community. Expert speakers share considerations for restorative justice in both criminal and civil cases and offer specific scenarios where restorative justice has been applied.
Lawyering Skills
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $50
Chantelle Coulson, Counsel, Public Prosecution Service of Canada, Gillian Angrove, Counsel, Public Prosecution Service of Canada, Nermin Karim, Director of Programs and Operations, North Shore Restorative Justice Society (NSRJ), Chief Kirsten Barnes, Indigenous Justice Centre Clinical Director, BC First Nations Justice Council, Miranda Seymour, Policy Lawyer, BC First Nations Justice Council,
Recent
Considering a Career as a Judicial Justice?
Are you thinking of applying now or in the future? Chief Judge Melissa Gillespie leads a panel of Judicial Justices to share their experiences and to help you take this next step in your career.
Practice & Business Management
1.0 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $50
Chief Judge Melissa Gillespie, Chief Judge of the BC Provincial Court (Moderator), Aamna Afsar, Judicial Justice, Provincial Court of BC, Gerry Hayes, Administrative Judicial Justice, Provincial Court of BC (Criminal Division), Lori Plater, Administrative Judicial Justice, Provincial Court of BC (Traffic Division),
Recent
Advancing Reconciliation
Legal Impacts of False Claims to Indigenous Identities
This session expands on Dr. Darryl Leroux of the University of Ottawa's research into false claims of Indigenous identity to spotlight specific court cases. Kirsten Barnes of the BC First Nations Justice Council reveals the emerging issues facing lawyers and the courts in this area.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member $90
Non-Member $165
Dr. Darryl Leroux, Associate Professor of Political Studies, University of Ottawa, Kirsten Barnes, Senior Policy Lawyer & Provincial Clinical Legal Director, BC First Nations Justice Council, Aboriginal,
Northern BC Law Talks 2024
This On-Demand conference takes a deeper look into ethical and professional considerations for using AI in your practice, succession planning, and contemplated changes to the Federation’s Model Code.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
3.0 CPD
Member $50
Non-Member $100
Various,
Diversity on Tribunals 2024: Building your Application
Considering a decision-making role in your legal career? This session offers guidance to build a successful set of skills and knowledge to be a tribunal member and how to convey that in the application. The case for increasing diversity on our tribunals is strong. Bring your questions for our panel of tribunal members.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
Ning Alcuitas-Imperial, Erin Frew, Jennifer Glougie, Nancy Singh,
Diversity on the Bench 2024: Building your Application
An effective justice system requires judges who reflect the diversity of our province. Are you thinking of applying now or in the future? Learn about the day-to-day activities of a judge in Provincial and Supreme Courts, the skills and knowledge required, what to consider when applying to the Bench, and how applications are evaluated. Our panelists of judges share their experiences to help you take your next steps.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
Chief Judge Gillespie, Justice Harris, Justice Girn, Judge Jahani, Judge St. Pierre, ,
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Series
To my daughter: Resilience in the Face of Injustice
Join Rumana Monzur, counsel with the Department of Justice, and author, Denise Chong, for a conversation about the book, "Out of Darkness: Rumana Monzur's Journey through Betrayal, Tyranny and Abuse" which chronicles Monzur's coming back from a brutal domestic assault that left her blind. In sharing a story that spotlights the global issue of intimate partner violence, this session prompts a meaningful dialogue about the systems, values and institutions that enable and perpetuate violence and how to address the problem.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member $35
Non-Member $90
Rumana Monzur, Denise Chong, Ryan Dawodharry,
Lawyer Well-Being: Concrete Strategies for Positive Change
We are happiest, healthiest, and most successful when we adopt healthy lifestyles and work habits. Long hours, demanding managers, bosses and clients, complex files, and difficult opposing counsel can be occupational hazards in the legal profession. Understanding how you respond to these challenges, and learning coping strategies to manage stress and anxiety, will help you build a flourishing career.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.25 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $90
Bena Stock,
Wills, Estates & Trusts Conference 2024
Seasoned experts and innovative thinkers gathered to explore critical topics that shape your wills and estates practice, such as medical incapacity and vulnerability, advanced tax issues, key case law developments and more.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
6.5 CPD
Member $325
Non-Member $565
Various,
1.0 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
The Hon. Niki Sharma, KC, Kerry Simmons, KC,
Through the Looking Glass: Independence & Regulation in BC Today
Lawyers, judges and the legal system have recently been under criticism. Elected officials are expressing their views about the outcome of court cases and the conduct of counsel through the media. Meanwhile, the provincial government has proposed significant changes to how the profession is regulated. And, the law society has been increasingly clear that their mandate is the protection of the public interest not the protection of lawyers' interests
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
3.0 CPD
Member $50
Non-Member $100
Various,
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Series
Overcoming Thought Barriers in Practice -- A Fireside Chat with Dr. Lisa Gunderson
Do you hesitate, get stuck or just avoid challenging conversations that can disrupt or dismantle inequity with clients or colleagues? Do you avoid prioritizing centering people from minoritized groups because you are afraid to perpetuate harm, or you are not sure what to do? Join this session and overcome your thought barriers.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
2.5 CPD
Member $65
Non-Member $150
Dr. Lisa Gunderson, OneLove Consulting,
Practice Management Series
Technology & Practice Innovation: Future Proof your Practice
In today's legal landscape, using multiple, disconnected software systems hold law firms back from being efficient and profitable. In this session, attendees learn how to harness the power of cloud technologies to become a productive and paperless office. David Brown will also share how they’ve used this technology to increase productivity and revenue in their firm.
Practice & Business Management
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $100
Scott Oliver, Dylan Connolly, David M. Brown,
Practice Management Series
Practical Strategies for Powerful Writing
Want to learn simple ways of making your writing clearer and giving it better flow? Eager to harness sentence and paragraph structure to create emphasis, convey logic, and persuade effectively? Join Dr Lisa Surridge for this workshop and gain practical advice on how to improve your writing and refine your proofreading skills. All examples are anonymized samples drawn from legal documents.
Lawyering Skills
2.0 CPD
Member $120
Non-Member $220
Dr. Lisa Surridge,
Access to Justice Week BC
Gendered Aspects of Legal Aid
Learn about how empirical research has found that legal aid eligibility thresholds lead to disproportionate ineligibility of single women who are in poverty, compared to other specific groups, as well as about the application of Canada’s legal framework for equality and what both suggest in terms of program design and population-based access to justice.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.0 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
Dr. Lindsay Tedds, Gillian Petit, Monique Pongracic-Speier, KC,
Access to Justice Week BC
Youth Legal Needs and the Current Youth-Service Landscape in BC
In this session, the speakers shared preliminary themes coming out of research about youth legal needs and peer support, and share A2JBC’s plans to create a Youth Connectors prototype that draws upon the research findings, as well as the leadership and input of young people with lived experience.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.0 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
Avneet Sandhu, Keegan Nicol, Rachel Getz, Tina Parbhakar,
Access to Justice Week BC
Bridging the Gap: Facilitating A2J by Van and Boat
In rural and remote locations, access to a professional who can provide situation-specific legal information and advice can be difficult to come by and often leads to the development, continuation and exacerbation of legal and law related problems. Based on their outreach and understanding of local needs, two organizations have taken a mobile approach in different geographies and communities.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.0 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
Ab Currie, Anne Fletcher,
Access to Justice Week BC
Finding Justice: Challenges and Opportunities in BC's Legal Aid Landscape
Many British Columbians continue to face barriers to accessing legal aid, especially in family law. Our panelists discussed the current challenges and opportunities in family and civil legal aid in BC. As part of Access to Justice Week BC, this informative session highlighted what needs to be done to achieve positive change.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
Aleem Bharmal, KC, Michael Bryant, Wendy Jackson, Amanda Carling, Lee Nevens,
Practice Management Series
Lawyers as Employers: Lessons Learned and Best Practices
Managing your role as practicing lawyer and employer is no easy task in today’s legal workplace. Regardless of your law firm size, or how many law office professionals you employ, a key to the success of your practice depends on knowing how to create and maintain solid employment relationships. This 90-minute session explores the ins and outs of the ‘lawyer as employer’ role throughout the Employee Lifecyle.
Practice & Business Management
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
Debbie Jones, Anita Atwal, Preston Parsons,,
Career Starter Series
Beyond the ABC's: Trust Accounting for New Lawyers
Ask any lawyer and they will tell you that the one cardinal rule of trust accounting is this—it’s not your money! Success as an early career lawyer requires a solid understanding of how the rules and principles of trust accounting apply in practice.
Practice & Business Management
2.0 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $200
Cristen L. Gleeson, KC, Gurminder Sandhu, KC, Angela Proco,
Restorative Justice in the Legal Landscape
Our speakers, Clare Jennings and Gillian Lindquist, discuss restorative justice in the context of the legal landscape. They will explain how to identify the right cases to achieve restorative justice and how to seek beneficial resolutions for clients such as criminal defendants and their victims.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
Clare Jennings, Gillian Lindquist, Boyd Peters (BCFNJC Council),
Career Starter Series
Financial Planning for Early Career Lawyers
This workshop tackles two major financial worries for early career lawyers: should I pay off debt or invest in my future? You can do both. We’ll show you how.
Practice & Business Management
0.75 CPD
Member $20
Non-Member $45
Karen Sill, CFP, FMA, Ryan Graham,
Career Starter Series
Taking the Nightmare Out of Networking
Now that you have found the job and are beginning to explore different practice areas of interest, your next step is to foster relationships within your legal community. And knowing how to set up and apply a framework to your networking approach is critical to making meaningful, long-lasting practice connections.
Practice & Business Management
1.5 CPD
Member $35
Non-Member $90
Sarah Klinger, Cheryl D'sa,
Advancing Reconciliation
Respecting and Preserving Indigenous Identities
Through a facilitated question and answer session, our esteemed panelists will address the changing dynamics of white identities (why do so many white people want to be Indigenous?), self-indigenization and settler colonial logics (how does self-indigenization fit into understandings of settler colonialism?) and the pushback (what can be done to stop self-indigenization?).
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $90
, Aboriginal,
Access to Justice Week Canada
Meeting Everyday Legal Needs: A View from British Columbia
This panel discussion will examine recent efforts in British Columbia to improve access to justice and meet everyday legal needs (Justice Development Goal #2). Among other things, this panel will discuss efforts to address legal services gaps, foster innovation, and expand the scope of legal aid in British Columbia.
Practice & Business Management
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
,
Access to Justice Week Canada
Open Access, Artificial Intelligence & Virtual Hearings: Access to Justice Research from the Edge
This panel will showcase the research of BC Access to Justice Centre for Excellence scholars, Rob Lapper, K.C., Michelle Lawrence & Michael Litchfield. They will share preliminary findings from their study on the application of the open court principle to virtual hearing processes in the administrative tribunal context. They will evaluate artificial intelligence as a tool for legal research and increasing access to justice, and they will identify opportunities for justice system actors to improve the potential of this tool through contributions to open access legal content.
Practice & Business Management
1.0 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
,
Advancing Reconciliation
UNDRIP in your Practice
In this session, learn the basics of UNDRIP and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, and how this impacts your practice, whether you are a family law lawyer or involved with land development, or another practice area.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $90
, Aboriginal,
Solicitors' Central Vancouver Island Conference 2023
Beyond the Basics - Advanced Topics in Title Insurance
A look at some of the lesser known endorsements & coverages; CRA super-priority liens and other mortgage priority issues; First nations land developments and leasehold title insurance policies; and fraud and anti-money laundering updates
0.5 CPD
Member $50
Non-Member $100
Brett Horton, Counsel & Director, Commercial Business Development - BC, Stewart Title Guaranty Company,
0.75 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $80
Kerry Simmons, K.C., Executive Director, Canadian Bar Association BC Branch,
0.75 CPD
Member $50
Non-Member $100
Larry Blaschuk, Registrar of Land Titles + Acting Director of Land Titles, Land Title and Survey Authority,
National Study on Wellness in the Legal Profession in Canada
The Chair of the LSBC Mental Health Task Force and a Member of the Federation Steering Committee that commissioned the National Mental Health report, will review the findings in the report, and will discuss what legal professionals, legal employers, and law departments can do to address these issues, giving you insights on the comprehensive and up-to-the minute understanding of how legal professionals in Canada are doing, and what can be done to improve the profession for everyone.
1.0 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $80
Brook Greenburg K.C., Fasken,
Trauma Informed Practice for Lawyers in Small Communities
Myrna McCallum introduces the relational approach to the practice of law which benefits you, your clients, your colleagues and the legal profession. This session will deliver high-level education in trauma, resilience, compassion, empathy, humility, boundaries, vicarious trauma and good professional relationship strategies you didn't know you needed.
1.0 CPD
Member $50
Non-Member $100
Myrna McCallum, The Trauma-Informed Lawyer,
View from the Bench in Northern BC
Our panelists lead this feature presentation about the Court’s expectations for remote practice. With recent changes to the Rules and court practices to support virtual bail, small claims settlement and family case conferences, and other hearings. Don’t miss the opportunity to get insights about best and promising practices from the Bench to support that work.
1.0 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
The Hon. Chief Judge Melissa Gillespie, Provincial Court of BC; The Hon. Judge Michael Brecknell, Provincial Court of BC (Northern Region),
Your Health, Your Wellness
Lawyer Wellbeing in a Changing World
Prioritizing health and wellbeing is a significant issue for lawyers, law students and employers. The recent comprehensive National Study on Wellness in the Legal Profession sounds the alarm about the profession’s impact on mental health, and the urgency to respond in workplaces and the justice and legal systems themselves.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $100
Shari Pearlman, Kerry Simmons, K.C.,
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Series
Pathways to Lawyer Well-Being: Inclusive Environments Matter
This session explored how the practice of law can have a disproportionate impact on professionals with visible and invisible disabilities, 2SLGBTQSI+ lawyers, and IBPOC lawyers, and how to establish more inclusive workspaces.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member $35
Non-Member $80
Dimple Kainth, Steven Ngo, Hasan Alam, Scott Morishita, Kerry Simmons, K.C.,
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Series
Unconscious Bias in the Workplace
Unconscious bias can be detrimental to growing a diverse and innovative workforce. If everyone is the same, everyone will have the same ideas and come to the same conclusions. And that’s not how great businesses are built. In this session, we cover unconscious bias in the workplace – what it is, when it happens, and what strategies can be used to challenge the behaviour.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member $35
Non-Member $80
Miriam Leung, Shetin Adams, Synthia Kloot,
Talent Management Series
What Lawyers Want: How to Recruit and Retain the Next Generation
Legal employers and lawyers each have expectations about their working relationship and this impacts how employers to recruit and retain legal talent. In this session, our speakers discussed how to develop a recruitment strategy that fits today’s market and how to retain lawyers for the long-term.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member $85
Non-Member $150
Mike Race, Amrit Rai, Jennifer Lau,
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Series
Including Lawyers with Disabilities
More can be done to help legal employers and law firms include lawyers with disabilities and pave the way for a more diverse legal team and client service model. In this session, panelists share their experiences, insights and best practices.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member $35
Non-Member $80
Carrie Moffatt, Jessica Vliegenthart,
Talent Management Series
Working Better Together: Maximizing Paralegal Talent
Knowing how to work collaboratively with a paralegal is critical to enhance the productivity and profitability of your firm. Paralegals bring experience and expertise in building client relationships and process management and can combine their knowledge of legal concepts with new and innovative legal technology tools.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member $85
Non-Member $150
Elizabeth Kollias and Adnan Habib,
Access to Justice Week BC
Innovating to Create Market-Based Solutions
Globalization is disrupting traditional legal roles and organizational structures and technology is reconfiguring how almost all services are delivered. Recognizing these trends, many legal practitioners and access to justice advocates have decided to innovate and implement market-based solutions to meet unmet legal needs in BC and Canada, in a sustainable way.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.0 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $100
Hersh Perlis, Legal Innovation Zone; Matt Canzer, Butterfly Legal; Marcus M. Sixta, Crossraods Law and Coach My Case; Chyanne Sharma, Coach My Case,
Access to Justice Week BC
Neurodiversity in Law
Access to Justice Centre for Excellence and CBABC hosted a panel discussion covering the competitive advantage of neurodivergent legal professionals, the practical challenges that neurodiversity presents in law school and law firm environments, and best practices for supporting thought diversity in law.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $100
Dr. Lawrence Fung, Stanford University; Simon Margolis, Bordon Ladner Gervais LLP; Keenan Nadeau, Unversity of Dalhousie Schulich Law,
Access to Justice Week BC
Whose Job is it Anyway?
What role do lawyers, notaries and paralegals have to play? The provincial government’s Intentions Paper on the regulation of lawyers and other legal service providers suggests that regulation changes are part of the solution.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $100
Paul Craven, Justice Services Branch; Chris McPherson, KC, Law Society of BC; Clare Jennings, CBABC; Elizabeth Kollias, BC Paralegal Association; Mark Iyengar, Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (BC) Society; Kate Roome, The British Columbia Notaries Association, ,
Talent Management Series
Becoming an Articling Principal
Thinking about becoming an articling principal, but are not sure what’s involved? Our panelists go beyond the LSBC Articling Guidelines to help you uncover the knowledge, skills and practical experience needed to successfully supervise, train and mentor the next generation of lawyers.
Lawyering Skills
1.5 CPD
Member $85
Non-Member $150
Mike Race, ZSA Western Canada; Kevin B. Westell, Pender Litigation; Paul Tonita, Pushor Mitchell,
Career Starter Series
Demystifying the Partnership Track
Becoming a partner at a law firm is an exciting prospect for some associates. Others may be undecided on whether making partner is right for them. This session uncovers what it means to become a partner in various firm settings.
Lawyering Skills
1.5 CPD
Member $35
Non-Member $80
Erin Roth, Edelmann & Co., Kinji Bourchier, Lawson Lundell LLP, Kelly Simington, North Shore Law,
Data, Drugs & Disorientation: Access to Justice Research From the Edge
Join the Access to Justice Centre for Excellence for a panel covering topics such as the use of data science to diagnose unmet legal need, law reform lessons from Canada’s shifting drug policy landscape, and the struggles of individuals navigating the justice sector’s online information labyrinth.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.25 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $100
Kate Gower, Gower Modern Law, Michael Litchfield, University of Victoria, Faculty of Law & Yvon Dandurand, Professor Emeritus, University of the Fraser Valley,
Career Starter Series
Charting Your Career Path
Whether you have clear career goals, or on a windier path, this session is for you. This session will offer you support and guidance to chart a path forward to success, whether you are in private practice, in-house, at a government agency or even if you are considering leaving legal practice behind.
Lawyering Skills
1.5 CPD
Member $35
Non-Member $80
Allison Wolf, The Lawyer Coach & Karen Ameyaw, WorkSafe BC,
Truth & Reconciliation Series
Building Business Relationships
This session explores how to identify and understand the governance structure that applies to the Indigenous community you are working with, including how to work effectively with Bands, Band Councils and Hereditary Chiefs. Through a case study approach, panelists talk about different decision-making processes and share practice advice and strategies.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.0 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $80
Saul Joseph, Clark Wilson LLP & Jared Knott, Clark Wilson LLP, Aboriginal,
Career Starter Series
Building Your Professional Reputation
Your professional reputation is a significant factor in your success as a lawyer. Our speakers will help you navigate what professionalism looks like in practice. Learn how to develop business and practice-specific relationships so that you can build and maintain a strong professional network
Lawyering Skills
1.5 CPD
Member $35
Non-Member $80
Kevin Loo, KC, Nathanson, Schacter, Thompson, LLP, Kimberly Henders Miller, Crown Counsel - Victoria & Yarden Gershony, Rush Ihas Hardwick,
Truth & Reconciliation Series
Working with Clients and Community in Practice
Working towards truth and reconciliation in practice means transforming Indigenous intercultural awareness training into new ways of working with Indigenous clients and communities. Our panelists explore some of the challenges with the current practice methods, in practice areas like family and criminal law, to help lawyers explore new approaches to practice and work effectively towards reconciliation.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $80
Kim Hawkins, Rise Women's Legal Clinic, Frances Rosner, Pamela Sheilds, Aboriginal,
Truth & Reconciliation Series
Indigenous Laws in Practice
Our ability to work meaningfully and effectively with Indigenous clients and communities begins with a solid understanding of how Indigenous laws, legal orders, and principles intersect with the everyday practice of law. Our speakers will teach attendees how to identify and work with key resources and community networks to shift knowledge into practice to enhance a lawyer’s ability to work effectively towards reconciliation with their clients.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $80
Halie Bruce, Cedar & Sage Law and Prof. Sarah Morales, Faculty of Law, University of Victoria, Aboriginal,
Supreme Court of British Columbia Masters Chambers Pilot
On August 15, 2022, the Supreme Court of British Columbia will launch the Masters Chambers Pilot to allow electronic submission of application records through Court Services Online for regular chambers. In the first phase, the Pilot will be available for matters 30 minutes or less at Vancouver Island registries. In this webinar, Master Muir of the Supreme Court and members of Court Services Branch will talk about document standards, demonstrate use of the CSO platform for filing application records, and answer your questions.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.0 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member Free
Master Leslie Muir, Hazel Lew, Patricia White, Brenda Belak,
Creating Your Firm's Reconciliation Response Plan
CBABC members created the Reconciliation Response Plan for Law Firms (“RRP”). Our presenters shared insights of how their firms implemented a RRP which reflects the firms values and business goals and offer helpful tips and advice on how to move to the next stage in developing an RRP for your firm.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.25 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $80
J. Berry Hykin, Woodward & Company Lawyers , Zach Romano, Fasken,
The Business of Law Series
Teching Your Time Back
Learn how you can leverage legal technology to improve efficiencies in your law firm and add more hours to your day. Join Clio's Rio Peterson to learn how to create an automation plan and what tools you can use to automate your practice from corrospondances to billing to document management.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member $85
Non-Member $150
Rio Peterson, Clio,
The Business of Law Series
New Business Models
The way we deliver legal services is evolving. Over the last ten years, we have moved beyond the brick-and-mortar firm to launch virtual or hybrid practices, deconstructed the traditional fee model to offer unbundled services, and explored lower-cost resources to maximize efficiency. And these are only a small sample of the innovative business models used today.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member $85
Non-Member $150
Misti Holmes, PCLaw | Time Matters, Bryan Figueroa, PCLaw | Time Matters, Mitchell Selly, MacIsaac & Co, Digby Leigh, Digby Leigh & Co,
The Business of Law Series
Marketing Your Law Practice
Having a solid marketing plan in place can help a business position their brand, build a customer base or drive loyalty. This session will teach you how to effectively use your resources to achieve maximum impact.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member $85
Non-Member $150
,
The Business of Law Series
Social Media for Lawyers
In this session, panelists share their expertise to help you develop a social media strategy that suits your practice needs. Learn about the benefits and drawbacks of different social media platforms so you can choose the one that suits your business development needs.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member $85
Non-Member $150
,
Reimagining the Wheel
A Student-Centered Articling/Summer Experience
Thinking about becoming a principal to an articling student? Want to up your game to be an excellent mentor? This on-demand session is for you. Learn how to move beyond the LSBC Articling Checklist and into a collaborative work relationship with your student(s) that supports their growth and adaptability.
Practice & Business Management
1.5 CPD
Member $85
Non-Member $150
,
Working with Self-Represented Litigants
In this recording, panelists discuss the ethical and professional responsibilities and expectations when working with SRLs. This session help aid in better understanding the SRL experience and how to deal with potential inappropriate behaviours while still contributing to a fair and respectful experience.
Lawyering Skills
1.5 CPD
Member $85
Non-Member $150
,
Truth & Reconciliation
What the Public Sector needs to do to Move Reconciliation Forward (Part 4)
This session explores a wider perspective on understanding and reclaiming Indigenous jurisdiction, how a new fiscal relationship could be developed between First Nations and Canada, the role of First Nations as collectively an 11th province, and consider how to close the First Nations infrastructure gap.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
Member Free
Non-Member $80
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Truth & Reconciliation
What the Private Sector needs to do to Move Reconciliation Forward (Part 3)
Conversations range from the inclusion of Indigenous issues in environmental, social, and corporate governance; Indigenous representation and recruitment on corporate boards and senior management; the need for a wealth management regime; and changes to financial, corporate and securities legislation.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
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The Business Behind Law
Strategic Financial Planning for Law Firms
Invest in your law firm with this strategic session intended to help optimize your business. Starting with the 101 on the business of law, a panel of speakers will guide attendees through the 3 pillars of financial planning and practice management: operational management, growth and succession planning.
Practice & Business Management
2.0 CPD
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Cloud Computing and the Paperless Office
Find out what you need to know about cloud computing and going paperless. Topics include: what’s new in cloud computing, compliance requirements, and lawyer “do’s and dont's”, how to select a cloud service provider, what you can expect when negotiating a service level agreement with a cloud provider and strategic advice on privacy and technology compliance.
Practice & Business Management
1.5 CPD
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Starting your Own Law Practice
Our panelists have successfully navigated the ins and outs of setting up a law practice. Gain advice and tips about practice management and the logistics of getting started—from office set-up and establishing a client base to securing the necessary technology to support an emerging hybrid legal workforce.
Practice & Business Management
2.0 CPD
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Science-Informed Practice
Transforming the Family Justice System
This session puts knowledge into practice by providing tips and strategies to lawyers on how to improve the well-being of the children and families they serve. Watch experts leading key initiatives in BC that aim to make the family justice system more client-centred and support resilience and resolution in family law disputes.
Substantive Law
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Science-Informed Practice
Brain Development and Client Well-Being
Experts from the health, social services, and legal sectors talk about the link between brain health and client emotional and decision-making capacity. Learn about how conflicts impact a child or family’s well-being and how reducing adversity in the legal process can build resilience for children and families to navigate their legal issues.
Substantive Law
2.0 CPD
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Science-Informed Practice
Adverse Childhood Experiences
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are a root cause of life-long health and social challenges for children and families across North America, influencing how people respond to legal and every day life challenges. This session brings together a cross-sector panel of lawyers and medical professionals to provide education and training on ACEs, talk about the role of lawyers to address ACEs, and strategies to adapt some of your practice strategies to reduce ACEs.
Substantive Law
2.0 CPD
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Truth & Reconciliation
Economic Reconciliation - Working in a Colonial Framework
This program offers you insights from leading experts about partnering with Indigenous businesses and Nations, the impacts of Law in Indigenous business settings, and the implications of working in a colonial framework for economic development and business relations.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
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Friends Behaving Badly
How to Deal with Difficult Behaviour in Practice
When does conduct between ‘friends’ go beyond merely zealous advocacy or a bad day? This recording explores different forms of lawyer-to-lawyer disputes in practice. Using real-life scenarios, our panelists discussed strategies to address difficult situations that arise in litigation and solicitor practice.
Lawyering Skills
2.0 CPD
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Litigation as Storytelling: R v Desaultel and the Recognition of the Sinixt
On April 23, 2021, a 7:2 majority of the Supreme Court of Canada found that the Sinixt are an Aboriginal Peoples of Canada with constitutionally protected rights in their ancestral territory in BC. This webinar discussion focuses on R v Desautel and the role of litigation in revitalizing Sinixt identity and community.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
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Shelly Boyd, Sinixt Elder, Mark Underhill, Arvay Finlay LLP, Kate Phipps, Arvay Finlay LLP, Moderated by Raji Mangat, Executive Director, West Coast LEAF, Indigenous,
The Real Truth about Mental Health and Lawyers
Lawyers are more likely to experience mental health challenges than almost any other profession yet are reluctant to talk about it. Panelists share their personal experiences and Derek LaCroix, QC explains the role of the Lawyers Assistance Program of BC.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.0 CPD
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Sandra Cunningham, QC (Retd), former Crown Counsel, Winston Sayson, QC (Retd), former Crown Counsel, Derek LaCroix, QC, Executive Director, Lawyers Assistance Program (LAP), Sandra Kovacs, Kazlaw,
Changing Practices in Supreme Court Criminal Proceedings
Associate Chief Justice Heather Holmes and Justices David Masuhara and Janet Winteringham of the Supreme Court of BC offer a view from the bench on best practices for counsel appearing at remote criminal proceedings via Microsoft Teams or telephone.
Lawyering Skills
1.5 CPD
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The Honourable Associate Chief Justice Holmes, Supreme Court of British Columbia, The Honourable Justice Masuhara, Supreme Court of British Columbia, The Honourable Justice Winteringham, Supreme Court of British Columbia,
The Art of Legal Coaching: A New Way to Provide Legal Services
Legal coaching is a type of limited scope legal service rooted in an ongoing collaborative relationship between a legal coach and a client. Learn about the history, types and models of service delivery, how to become a certified legal coach, and more.
Lawyering Skills
1.5 CPD
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Marcus M. Sixta, BSW, JD, Crossroads Law, Kari D. Boyle, BC Family Justice Innovation Lab, Jo-Anne Stark, Stark Solutions,
Broken Dreams, Broken Promises
The Devastating Effects of Sexual Harassment on Women in the RCMP
Justice Michel Bastarache, CC, QC explores the findings of the Merlo Davidson Report and the culture within the RCMP for women and LGBTQ2SI+ employees. The implications of this report on the law surrounding sexual harassment and discrimination are also addressed.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics, Substantive Law
1.5 CPD
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The Honourable Justice Michel Bastarache, CC, QC (Retd.),
1.5 CPD
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Chief Commissioner Marion Buller, National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, , , Aboriginal,
A Defined Benefit Pension Plan for Law Firms
Whether you are recruiting new talent to your firm or looking to build strong retention among your staff, investing in a defined benefit pension plan may be the tool you need. CBIA/Lawyers Financial President and CEO explains how your firm can gain this valuable resource.
Practice & Business Management
1.0 CPD
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Dawn Marchand, President & CEO, CBIA/Lawyers Financial,
Financial Planning for Lawyers: Creating a Plan that's Right for You
How do you balance savings, law school debt, and the cost of living while living your best life? Learn about the importance of a financial plan and the practical tips for stretching income and keeping emotions out of investments.
Practice & Business Management, Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
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Dustin Serviss, CFP CIM CLU CHS Lawyers Financial, Authorized Advisor Insurance & Investment Solutions,
Transforming Legal Practice
Lawyers Increasing Access to Justice
Lawyers are leveraging technology to provide a better, more cost-effective experience to their clients & to reach more people. ABA Fellow Rebecca Sandefur discusses access to civil justice and BC lawyers share how they transformed their practices with unbundled services, transparent pricing and more.
Practice & Business Management, Professional Responsibility & Ethics
2.0 CPD
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Rebecca Sandefur of Arizona State University, Nicole Garton, Heritage Law, Sonali Sharma, Athena Law, Laurel Dietz, Alinea Law, Chilwin Cheng, Ascendion Law, Joel Payne, Payne Law,
Dismantling Systemic Racism in the Legal Profession
In this recorded informal Q&A session, Dr. Lisa Gunderson builds on the foundational principles of anti-racism, and delves into the larger concepts of systemic racism, equity, power/privilege and how they manifest in the legal arena.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.0 CPD
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Dr. Lisa Gunderson, OneLove Consulting,
1.5 CPD
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Susan Wishart, Associate Chief Judge, Provincial Court of British Columbia, Nancy Carter, Ministry of Attorney General, Stephanie Melvin, Ministry of Attorney General, Erin Smith, Ministry of Attorney General, Oriole Courcy, Ministry of Attorney General,
Transitioning into a New Job or Workplace
Our panelists share their perspectives and experiences as a legal coach, recruiter, job seeker and employer to help you transition into a new job, even if you are just entering the job market.
Practice & Business Management
1.5 CPD
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Paula Price, Uplevel Lawyer Coaching, Miriam Leung, Counsel Network, Anita Fung, Thompson Cooper LLP, Sara Forte, Forte Law, , ,
Understanding Systemic Racism in the Workplace
In this engaging session, award-winning educator, community speaker, equity consultant and trainer Dr. Lisa Gunderson enhances lawyers’ understanding of systemic racism to build a stronger focus on equity, diversity, and racial identity within the legal profession.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
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Dr. Lisa Gunderson, OneLove Consulting,
Utilizing the CBABC Reconciliation Response Plan in your Firm
CBABC guides law firms in response to the Calls to Action through adoption of a Reconciliation Response Plan (RRP). The RRP assists by aligning with a firm's business plan in an effort to maximize awareness and understanding of Indigenous concerns among corporate team members.
Practice & Business Management, Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
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John P. Brown, Legal and Strategic Advisor, Indigenous Initiatives, McCarthy Tetrault, Karey Brooks, Principal, JFK Law, Aboriginal,
Effective Document Management in Digital Hearings
Kate Gower discusses what is happening in Courts across Canada to maintain procedural integrity in virtual proceedings, and shares best practices for managing documents in the digital environment.
Lawyering Skills, Practice & Business Management
1.5 CPD
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Kate Gower, Gower Modern Law,
E-Filing for the Court of Appeal Using Adobe
Our panelists demonstrate how to use Adobe to prepare your materials and how to use the courts’ e-filing system. Whether you are preparing a smaller document or an Appeal Book, this webinar covers the basics and best practices to minimize perceived complexity and ensure success.
Lawyering Skills, Practice & Business Management
1.5 CPD
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Timothy Outerbridge, Registrar of the Court of Appeal for British Columbia, Patricia White, CSO Information Management Business Analyst, Court Services Branch, Rose Singh, E-Discovery Project Manager, McCarthy Tétrault LLP,
Be a Lawyer, Not a Lender: Best Practices for Getting Paid
Andrew Morrison and Greg Palm give an insightful and timely discussion about techniques you can implement to ensure you get paid for your work, including documenting retainer terms, common and creative ways of securing fees in advance, and more.
Practice & Business Management
2.0 CPD
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Andrew Morrison, Shields Harney, Greg T. Palm, Hamilton Duncan,
Implementing Virtual Mediation for Conflict Resolution
Join us as we discuss best practices and ethical issues in mediation using an online format. Learn about logistics essentials, how technology affects the structure of the mediation, how to prepare your client and yourself as counsel for an effective online mediation, and more.
Lawyering Skills
2.0 CPD
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Michael F. Welsh QC, FCIArb, C. Med., Q. Arb., Cert. Fam. Arb., Michael Welsh Dispute Resolution, Diane Bell QC, Clark Wilson LLP, Ronald J. Smith QC, Just Family Solution Mediation & Arbitration, Stephen McPhee QC, RLR Lawyers,
An Introduction to UNDRIP and the Making of UNDRIP Law in Canada
Gain an understanding of the significance of the Declaration and why some people, including Indigenous people, support the aspirations in the Declaration but are concerned about these becoming law. Learn about the legal meaning and risks associated with BC’s Bill 41, and potential future events.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics, Substantive Law
1.5 CPD
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Sandy Carpenter, Co-Founder, Canadian Regulatory and Indigenous Law, , , Aboriginal,
Truth & Reconciliation: Indigenous Rights and Title
Join our presenters, who are experts in aboriginal law, as they discuss colonial historical policies, an overview of the interpretations of “aboriginal title,” the evolution of cases from British Columbia, and more.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics, Substantive Law
2.0 CPD
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Christopher G. Devlin, DWG Law Corporation, Elin Sigurdson, Mandell Pinder LLP, Aboriginal, Indigenous,
An Evening with Professor Gillian Hadfield
Technology, Globalization and our Legal System
Prof. Gillian Hadfield examines how to make law more accessible, effective and capable of fulfilling its role in balancing innovation, growth and fairness. She also discusses the reform & redesign of legal systems challenged by globalization & technology.
Professional Responsibility & Ethics
1.5 CPD
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Gillian Hadfield, Faculty Affiliate at the Vector Institute for Artificial Intelligence in Toronto, Center for Human-Compatible AI at the University of California, Berkeley,
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