CBABC members receive complimentary access to continuing professional development (CPD) credits through Section meetings, and get preferred rates on other Professional Development events.
To receive email notifications of new Section events added to this schedule, please enroll in your preferred Sections.
All times listed in Pacific time.
Thu Apr 17
12:00pm - 1:00pm
ONLINE
Aboriginal Lawyers Forum
Community Lunch
Join ALF Executive member Katarina Sawchuck for a virtual lunch that will provide an opportunity to connect with other Indigneous lawyers/students/grads and foster greater connections within the community.
Thursday April 17 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, ALF, Indigenous,
Thu Apr 24
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Charities and Not-For-Profit Law Section
Privacy Law Concerns for Charities and Not-for-Profits
Lynn Khng, a privacy and cybersecurity lawyer at Telus, explores how privacy legislation applies to charities and non-profits in British Columbia, and shares best practices for privacy management, data breach prevention, and protecting sensitive information when using AI.
Thursday April 24 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Apr 24
8:30am - 9:30am
1.0 CPD (1.0 ethics)
ONLINE
Immigration Law Section
Overseas Lawyers' Group - April Meeting
The Overseas Lawyers' Group is a monthly, informal virtual meeting. The group discusses developments in immigration and citizenship law and policy, shares practice tips, and discusses challenging case scenarios.
Thursday April 24 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Apr 24 - Fri Apr 25
9.5 CPD (2.0 ethics)
IN-PERSON
CBABC
BC Legal Conference: Family Law 2025
Lawyers who practice family law have a tough job. Every day, British Columbians rely on you to tackle their everyday problems. Take a step away from the desk this April and learn new tools to become a more effective and well-rounded lawyer. With tips on the best family law practices, new technology and common mistakes to avoid, you’ll be equipped to provide exceptional support and make a lasting impact in your clients’ lives. This conference offers unique insights into a wide range of family law topics from experts in the field. Listen, workshop and network with speakers and other family law lawyers by day and relax at the Sparkling Hill Resort & Spa by night.
Thursday April 24 2025, Scott Y. Amano, President, Amano Financial Advisory Services Ltd.; Todd Bell, Litigation Partner, Farris LLP; Alex Boland, Partner, Connect Family Law; Leneigh Bosdet, Partner, Pushor Mitchell LLP; Erin Brook, Owner, Brook Law; Daniela Cangelosi, Director of Canadian Content, LEAP; Julia Chalkley, Associate, Connect Family Law; The Honourable Justice Briana Hardwick, Supreme Court of BC; Puneet Mann, Principal Lawyer, Mahogany Law; Christine Montgomery, Vice President Family Law, DivorceMate; Taryn Moore, Partner, Pushor Mitchell; Malcolm Muthulingum, Chief Executive Officer, LEAP; Maryanne Prohl, Director of Risk Management, Lawyers Indemnity Fund; Derek M Sanders, Managing Director, Spence Valuation Group; Andrea Swabuk-Moe, Lawyer & Mediator, YSM Family Law LLP; Jasmeet K Wahid, Partner, Aaron Gordon Daykin Nordlinger LLP, family, children, arbitration, resolution, appellate, amendments, business, divorce, estate planning, valuation reports, financial concepts, negotiations, court, family orders, enforcement assistance, act, cyberfraud, indemnity policy, cybercrimes, pleadings, trial, judiciary, courtroom, artificial intelligence, workshop, AI, legal research, document, drafting, probate, estate, workweek, mental health, wellness, anxiety
Mon Apr 28
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
IN-PERSON, ONLINE
Securities Law Section
Recent Developments in US Securities Law
Teresa Tomchak, Partner, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP, provides an update on recent trends in securities law litigation including plans of arrangement, take-over bids, and securities law class actions.
Monday April 28 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Mon Apr 28
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Air Law Section
The Legal Market for Advanced Air Mobility
Katherine Ayre, Chief of Staff, Legal, and Compliance at Pivot Airlines, discusses how AAM impacts healthcare, agriculture, mining, construction & infrastructure, environmental law, municipal planning and real estate.
Monday April 28 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Tue Apr 29
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
IN-PERSON, ONLINE
Insurance Law Section
Additional Insured: Coverage Please
Hollis Bromley and Justin Abrioux review insurance coverage principles governing additional insured coverage and how that coverage can result in potentially assuming the defense of another party. They also look at how insured coverage differs from contractual indemnity provisions including conflict considerations and the role of defense counsel.
Tuesday April 29 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Tue Apr 29
12:00pm - 1:30pm
1.5 CPD
ONLINE
Appellate Advocacy Section
Common Mistakes to Avoid in Appellate Advocacy
Justice Barbara Fisher of the Court of Appeal, provides us with her view from the bench and Julia Kindrachuk, and Jeremy Shragge, experienced appellate lawyers, give us the perspective from preparation to the podium.
Tuesday April 29 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Tue Apr 29
12:30pm - 2:00pm
1.5 CPD
ONLINE
Family Law-Vancouver Section
Effectively Presenting Evidence of Family Violence
Erin Brook, Barrister and Solicitor, Brook Law, discusses barriers to proving the nature and impact of family violence and strategies for addressing difficult evidentiary issues in family violence cases.
Tuesday April 29 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Wed Apr 30
5:00pm - 6:30pm
1.5 CPD (1.5 ethics)
IN-PERSON, ONLINE
Criminal Justice-Vancouver Section
Ethical use of AI in Criminal Law Practice
Professor Benjamin Perrin addresses the use of AI by police, lawyers, judges, and corrections in multiple jurisdictions. He explores the ethical use of AI in legal practice and strategies for challenging the use of AI-related evidence.
Wednesday April 30 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
New
Thu May 1
12:30pm - 1:30pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Thursday May 1 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu May 1
5:00pm - 6:15pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Immigration Law Section
Stay Aware: Changes in the Air
The immigration landscape is evolving fast—stay ahead with key updates from top experts at Heron Law and Coal Harbour Law. This powerhouse panel gives you the highlights and shares how they affect practitioners and clients alike.
Thursday May 1 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Mon May 5
4:00pm - 5:30pm
1.5 CPD (1.5 ethics)
ONLINE
CBABC
Opening Up About Mental Health
Open conversations about mental well-being are often hindered by stigma, misconceptions and the fear of judgment. To break down these barriers, leading lawyers share insights into their unique mental health journeys with the hope you can embark on your own path to well-being.
Monday May 5 2025, TBA, Zoom, Webinar, mental, wellness, stigma, health, barriers, journey, well-being, neurological, brain, burnout, depression, anxiety, autism, spectrum
Tue May 6
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
IN-PERSON, ONLINE
Civil Litigation-Okanagan Section
Top 10 Civil Litigation Cases of 2024
Andrew Prior, Jeffrey Robinson, and Christopher Hart provide an in depth review of the most important civil litigation decisions that were released in 2024.
Tuesday May 6 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
New
Tue May 6
5:30pm - 7:00pm
IN-PERSON
Young Lawyers-Victoria Section
May Networking
All early career lawyers, articling students, and law students welcome! This opportunity to mix and mingle with peers is hosted on the first Tuesday of every month during the Section term.
Tuesday May 6 2025, ,
Tue May 6
5:30pm - 7:30pm
ONLINE
CCCA BC Section
Connections & Canapes
You are invited to join CCCA BC and LawVu for a casual evening of connecting with peers and meeting like-minded in-house lawyers. David Lancelot, CLO and EVP Advocacy at LawVu, shares a few words about the future of in-house legal counsel and the trends for 2025.
Tuesday May 6 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, in-house counsel,
New
Thu May 8
12:45pm - 1:45pm
1.0 CPD (1.0 ethics)
ONLINE
CBABC
How to Beat Burnout
With high standards and high demands, the constant exposure to stress at work can lead lawyers to burnout. Shari R. Pearlman, registered clinical social worker and Assistant Director of Lawyers Assistance Program of BC, identifies the signs and symptoms, and how to address burnout in your life. Adopt new tools from this workshop to maintain your well-being and continue to thrive in your career.
Thursday May 8 2025, Shari R. Pearlman, Assistant Director of Lawyers Assistance Program of BC & Registered Clinical Social Worker, Zoom, Webinar, burnout, mental, wellness, health, well-being, work-life, balance, depression, anxiety, autism, spectrum
Thu May 8
5:00pm - 8:30pm
IN-PERSON
Business Law, Young Lawyers-Lower Mainland Sections
Joint Annual Networking Event: Happy Hour at Haraheri
It's that time of year again! Join us for an exclusive evening of gourmet dining and unparalleled networking with leading lawyers, financial analysts, and business valuators. This is your chance to forge valuable new connections and strengthen existing relationships with industry experts in a relaxed and sophisticated setting.
Thursday May 8 2025, ,
Thu May 8
5:30pm - 7:00pm
1.5 CPD
ONLINE
Thursday May 8 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, Alternative Dispute Resolution,
Tue May 13
12:30pm - 1:30pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
General Practice, Solo & Small Firm Sections
Mitigating Risks in the Digital Legal Landscape
The session will cover practical advice, helpful resources, and a discussion on the increasing risks of cybercrimes. Learn how to protect your practice from common pitfalls and stay informed about emerging threats in the digital world.
Tuesday May 13 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Tue May 13
5:00pm - 6:30pm
1.5 CPD (1.5 ethics)
ONLINE
CBABC
Diversity on the Bench
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.
Tuesday May 13 2025, Emily Drown, Chair, Employment and Assistance Appeal Tribunal, Nancy Singh, Senior Advisor, Crown Agencies and Board Resourcing Office, Darrell Le Houillier, Chair, Environmental Appeal Board / Forest Appeals Commission / Energy Resource Appeal Tribunal, Zoom, Webinar, bench, judge, application, apply, career, judiciary, judicial, justice, provincial, supreme, appeal, federal, court, courts, promotion, EDI
Wed May 14
5:00pm - 6:00pm
1.0 CPD
IN-PERSON, ONLINE
Maritime Law Section
May Meeting
Join the Maritime Law Section Executive for a review and update on maritime law, practice and procedure. We are pleased to support a hybrid option for those who would like to attend in-person or online.
Wednesday May 14 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
New
Thu May 15
12:00pm - 1:30pm
1.5 CPD (1.5 ethics)
ONLINE
CBABC EDI Series
People, Position & Power
Attend this session to uncover the impact your experience has on the people around you and how this understanding of yourself and others can help you build more effective client relationships.
Thursday May 15 2025, Monique Nicholas, Education & Community Engagement Manager, Women Transforming Cities (she/her), Florence Li, Education Coordinator, Women Transforming Cities (she/her), Zoom, Webinar, intersectionality, diversity, equality, equity, inclusive, inclusion, disadvantage, identity, SAGDA, LGBT, 2SLGBTQIA+, LGBTQ+, race, racial, racialized, women, men, trans, non, binary, nonbinary, non-binary, sexuality
Thu May 15
5:30pm - 7:00pm
1.5 CPD
ONLINE
ADR-Nanaimo, Family Law-Vancouver Island Sections
Therapeutic Interventions for High Conflict and Reunification Cases
Alyson Jones has a long history working on high conflict cases with complex family dynamics. This practical presentation explores the steps that can be taken when dealing with complex cases, and the therapeutic interventions that may or may not be applicable for these families.
Thursday May 15 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, Alternative Dispute Resolution,
Wed May 21
4:30pm - 6:00pm
1.5 CPD (1.5 ethics)
ONLINE
CBABC
Diversity on Tribunals
Our panelists will guide you on how to draw upon your experience, knowledge, and skills to become a tribunal member and share how best to convey your expertise in your application.
Wednesday May 21 2025, Justice David Harris, Court of Appeal of BC & Chair, Judicial CAdvisory Committee, Chief Judge Melissa Gilespie, Provincial Court of BC & Chair, Judicial Council, Justice Palbinder K. Shergill, Supreme Court of BC, Judge Shehni Dossa, Provincial Court of BC, Judge Raymond Phillips, Provincial Court of BC, Zoom, Webinar, application, tribunal, tribunals, CRT, HRT, civil, rights, human, rights, board, directors, career, judge, apply, promotion, EDI
Wed May 21
5:30pm - 7:30pm
IN-PERSON
Construction Law Section
Building Bridges: Year End Networking
It's that time of year again where we wrap of the year with a delightful evening filled with delicious canapes and opportunities to connect with colleagues in-person. Construct connections that last a lifetime!
Wednesday May 21 2025, ,
New
Thu May 22
12:00pm - 1:00pm
ONLINE
Aboriginal Lawyers Forum
Community Lunch
Join ALF Executive member Katarina Sawchuck for a virtual lunch that will provide an opportunity to connect with other Indigneous lawyers/students/grads and foster greater connections within the community.
Thursday May 22 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, ALF, Indigenous,
Thu May 22
5:30pm - 7:30pm
IN-PERSON
Real Property Section
Unlock New Opportunities: An Evening of Networking
An evening of networking connecting counsel who shape the BC real property legal landscape. Exchange ideas and share updates on your practice with peers over a bite to eat. This is an opportunity to connect with early career lawyers and senior counsel alike who practice real property near you.
Thursday May 22 2025, ,
Fri May 23 - Sun May 25
5.5 CPD (2.0 ethics)
IN-PERSON
Aboriginal Lawyers Forum
ALF Retreat 2025
Indigenous professionals come together to learn from each other during this empowering retreat. This year's theme is Culture and Community: Bringing Indigenous Lawyers and Law Students Together.
Friday May 23 2025, Hugh Braker, KC; Cynthia Callison; Debra Febril; Debra Hanuse; Leah Mack; Melanie Mortensen; Tamara Napoleon; Val Napoleon; Douglas White III, ALF, Aboriginal, Indigenous, Indigenous, Aboriginal, empowerment, first nations, culture, community, students, connection, retreat, politics, medicine making, creative practices, harvesting, plants, beading, managing, law firm, boss, firm, cedar, elder, legal orders, drafting, ethics, practice management
Mon May 26
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Workplace Investigations Section
An Introduction to A.I. in Workplace Investigations
David Louie, Lawyer and Investigator, Southern Butler Price LLP, and Jordan Michaux, Associate, Roper Greyell LLP, discuss the impacts, potential applications, and relevant considerations of artificial intelligence in workplace investigations.
Monday May 26 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu May 29
4:15pm - 5:15pm
1.0 CPD
IN-PERSON, ONLINE
Wills & Trusts-Vancouver Section
Legal Options & Practical Solutions for Vulnerable Clients
Raman Johal, a partner at Gowling WLG, and Amanda Brown, Director at ReAct Adult Protection Program, discuss both legal and practical strategies to implement when planning for vulnerable clients. Dylan Bains, Associate, Lawson Lundell, provides a case comment.
Thursday May 29 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
Wed Jun 11
5:30pm - 9:00pm
IN-PERSON
CBABC & Vancouver Bar Association
39th Annual Bench & Bar Vancouver Dinner
The Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch and the Vancouver Bar Association cordially invite you to the 39th Annual Bench & Bar Dinner at the beautiful Fairmont Waterfront. Celebrate the remarkable achievements of your colleagues and acknowledge their outstanding contributions to the cause of justice, their communities and the province.
Wednesday June 11 2025, , bench, bar, lawyer, judge, social, award
New
Thu Jun 19
12:00pm - 1:00pm
ONLINE
Aboriginal Lawyers Forum
Community Lunch
Join ALF Executive member Katarina Sawchuck for a virtual lunch that will provide an opportunity to connect with other Indigneous lawyers/students/grads and foster greater connections within the community.
Thursday June 19 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, ALF, Indigenous,
No results found.