CBABC members receive complimentary access to continuing professional development (CPD) credits through Section meetings, and get preferred rates on other Professional Development events.
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All times listed in Pacific time.
Tue Oct 19
11:00am - 12:00pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Immigration Law Section
BC PNP Annual Update
Join us for the annual BC PNP program update. The session will review general program updates, procedural updates due to COVID, and best practices for lawyers assisting clients with applications in the current environment.
Tuesday October 19 2021, TBA, Zoom, Webinar, coronavirus, pandemic,
Tue Oct 19
1:00pm - 4:00pm
3.0 CPD (3.0 ethics)
ONLINE
Tuesday October 19 2021, Flavio Caron, Trainer, ICT, Zoom, Webinar, Aboriginal,
Tue Oct 19
1:00pm - 4:00pm
3.0 CPD (3.0 ethics)
ONLINE
Tuesday October 19 2021, Flavio Caron, Trainer, ICT, Zoom, Webinar, Aboriginal,
Tue Oct 19
1:00pm - 4:00pm
3.0 CPD (3.0 ethics)
ONLINE
Tuesday October 19 2021, Flavio Caron, Trainer, ICT, Zoom, Webinar, Aboriginal,
Tue Oct 19
4:15pm - 5:30pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Tuesday October 19 2021, Tara Britnell, QC, Hamilton Duncan, Natasha Liu, DLA Piper, Zoom, Webinar, Securities Commission,
Wed Oct 20
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Wills & Trusts-Okanagan Section
A Look at the Land Owner Transparency Registry
Please join our speakers, Nancy Ling, partner of FH&P Lawyers LLP, and Taeya Fitzpatrick, lawyer of Sabey Rule LLP for a look at the requirements of the Land Owner Transparency Registry and the impact of these requirements on landowners.
Wednesday October 20 2021, Nancy Ling, FH&P Lawyers LLP, Taeya Fitzpatrick, Sabey Rule LLP , Zoom, Webinar, LOTR,
Wed Oct 20
12:00pm - 2:30pm
2.0 CPD (2.0 ethics)
IN-PERSON
CBABC PD
Ethical Considerations for Every Lawyer (Kamloops)
Get involved as audience members in discussions about real-life ethical dilemmas, case studies and the Code of Conduct. Think critically about ethical dilemmas that challenge your professional responsibility. In this in-person seminar, we examine emerging ethical problems that could impact your practice and consider decision-making criteria to fulfill the obligations you have to your clients, the courts, our profession and the public.
Wednesday October 20 2021, Clare Jennings, Kim Carter,
Wed Oct 20
4:15pm - 5:30pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Elder Law Section
Planning for Critical Illness
Dr. Heyland will speak to the CBABC Elder Law subsection, from his perspective as a doctor, about how lawyers can best help clients prepare for their future medical care needs or those of others.
Wednesday October 20 2021, Dr. Heyland, Queens University, Zoom, Webinar,
Wed Oct 20
5:00pm - 6:00pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Maritime Law Section
October Meeting
Discussion of maritime case law, legislative developments, and practice & procedure; real life experiences with conducting summary trials; practice points in the difference in summary trial procedures between the Federal Court and the BC Supreme Court.
Wednesday October 20 2021, , Zoom, Webinar,
Wed Oct 20
5:30pm - 7:00pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Women Lawyers Forum
WLF Fall Launch featuring Hot Tips from Top Mentors
Come join us for our virtual fall launch event and be inspired by our outstanding speakers, whom we will announce shortly. Be among the first to hear about our events for the upcoming year.
Wednesday October 20 2021, The Honourable Madam Justice Francesca Marzari, Supreme Court of British Columbia , Amy Fong, McCarthy Tétrault, Tamara Napoleon, Miller Titerle, Jordanna Cytrynbaum, Whitelaw Twining, Seema Lal, Clyde & Co., Zoom, Webinar, WLF,
Thu Oct 21
12:00pm - 1:30pm
1.5 CPD
ONLINE
Charities and Not-For-Profit Section
Cy-près, Charitable Trusts and Charitable Gifts
This presentation cover a variety of topics, including the creation and administration of restricted charitable purpose trusts, the cy-près doctrine and gift planning and charitable receipting issues that may arise when a donation comes from trust property.
Thursday October 21 2021, Laura West, Norton Rose Fullbright LLP, Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Oct 21
5:00pm - 6:00pm
IN-PERSON
Women Lawyers Forum-Vancouver Island
Monthly Social Night
On the third Thursday of every month for the Section year. Let's meet, network and support each other throughout the year in this informal setting.
Thursday October 21 2021, , WLF,
Fri Oct 22
12:00pm - 1:30pm
1.5 CPD
ONLINE
ADR-Vancouver Section
BC’s New Arbitration Act and Changes at VanIAC
Join us to hear from this terrific panel of experienced counsel on the changes to practices and procedures under the new Arbitration Act, as well as recent updates at the Vancouver International Arbitration Centre (VanIAC).
Friday October 22 2021, Tracy Cohen, QC, Partner, Fasken , Alexandra Mitretodis, Director, Vancouver International Arbitration Center; Lawyer, Fasken, Dierk Ullrich, Partner, Fasken, Zoom, Webinar, Alternative Dispute Resolution,
Tue Oct 26
12:30pm - 1:30pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Tuesday October 26 2021, Quinn Ross, , Zoom, Webinar,
New
Wed Oct 27
5:00pm - 7:00pm
2.0 CPD
ONLINE
Criminal Justice-Victoria Section
The New Norm: COVID and the Courts
As we continue to navigate the new norm of court during COVID 19, it can be hard to keep up with the changes. This panel will provide up-to-date information on how the Victoria court house and community corrections has modified and adapted during the pandemic.
Wednesday October 27 2021, Honourable Judge Carmen J. Rogers, Regional Administrative Judge, Lisa Greenwood, Sr. Inspector with BC Sheriff Services, Elizabeth Thors, Sr. Manager, Court Administration, Victoria Law Courts, Diana Cramer and Tana Cole, Community Corrections , Zoom, Webinar, coronavirus, pandemic, COVID, coronavirus,
New
Thu Oct 28
12:00pm - 1:00pm
ONLINE
Thursday October 28 2021, Bevann Fox, Author of Genocidal Love, Michelle Casavant, Department of Justice, Zoom, Webinar, ALF, WLF, Indigenous,
Thu Oct 28
8:30am - 9:30am
1.0 CPD (1.0 ethics)
ONLINE
Immigration Law-Overseas Lawyers Group Section
October Meeting
The group discusses developments in immigration and citizenship law and policy, shares practice tips, and discusses challenging case scenarios. Meetings held on the last Thursday of each month (Except Sept 29th and there is no December meeting)
Thursday October 28 2021, , Zoom, Webinar,
Tue Nov 2
4:30pm - 6:00pm
1.5 CPD
ONLINE
Aboriginal Law-Vancouver, Aboriginal Law-Vancouver Island Sections
Aboriginal Law Sections Consultation on CBABC Reconciliation Action Plan
CBABC is reviewing its Reconciliation Action Plan and consulting with groups throughout CBABC. Join Geordie Hungerford to review the progress made to date and provide input into the next Reconciliation Action Plan for the CBABC.
Tuesday November 2 2021, Geordie Hungerford, Zoom, Webinar, Indigenous,
Thu Nov 4
12:30pm - 1:30pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Thursday November 4 2021, Mr. Justice Steven Wilson, Zoom, Webinar,
New
Thu Nov 4
5:00pm
IN-PERSON
Young Lawyers-Victoria Section
Monthly Social Night
Join us at the Sticky Wicket (at the Strathcona Hotel) starting at 5:00pm, the first Thursday of every month: mix and mingle with your peers.
Thursday November 4 2021, ,
Fri Nov 5
12:30pm - 2:30pm
2.0 CPD (2.0 ethics)
ONLINE
CBABC PD
Science-Informed Practice Part 2: Brain Development and Client Well-Being
This second session in our three-part CBABC Science-Informed Practice Series brings together experts from the health, social services, and legal sectors to talk about the link between brain health and client emotional and decision-making capacity. Learn how conflicts in family, criminal justice, and estate matters 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.
Friday November 5 2021, Dr Shirley Sze; Dr Erika Cheng; Dr Linda Uyeda; Wayne Plenert, Zoom, Webinar,
Tue Nov 9
12:30pm - 2:30pm
2.0 CPD (2.0 ethics)
ONLINE
CBABC PD
Science-Informed Practice Part 3: Transforming the Family Justice System
This final session in our three-part CBABC Science-Informed Practice Series will put knowledge into practice by provide tips and strategies to lawyers on how to improve the well-being of the children and families they serve. Learn from 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.
Tuesday November 9 2021, Nancy Cameron, QC, Jane Morley, QC, and Kerry Simmons QC, Zara Suleman, Zoom, Webinar,
Wed Nov 10
11:30am - 1:30pm
2.0 CPD (2.0 ethics)
ONLINE
CBABC PD
Starting your Own Law Practice
Starting your own law firm is both a rewarding and challenging endeavour. 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. Learn how to create reliable and efficient accounting practices to keep you and your business thriving in today’s legal market.
Wednesday November 10 2021, Marina Sedai, Sara Forte, Erin Brandt, Edith Szilagyi, Zoom, Webinar,
Wed Nov 10
12:45pm - 1:45pm
1.5 CPD
ONLINE
Wednesday November 10 2021, Cherami Wichmann, Senior Researcher, Research and Statistics Division, Justice Canada, Robin Trombley, Counsel, Family Law and Youth Justice Policy Section, Justice Canada,, Bianca Stumpf, Researcher, Research and Statistics Division, Justice Canada, Zoom, Webinar,
Mon Nov 15
12:00pm - 2:30pm
2.0 CPD (2.0 ethics)
IN-PERSON
CBABC PD & Victoria Bar Association
Ethical Considerations for Every Lawyer (Victoria)
Get involved as audience members in discussions about real-life ethical dilemmas, case studies and the Code of Conduct. Think critically about ethical dilemmas that challenge your professional responsibility. In this in-person seminar, we examine emerging ethical problems that could impact your practice and consider decision-making criteria to fulfill the obligations you have to your clients, the courts, our profession and the public.
Monday November 15 2021, Pinder Cheema QC, John Gailus,
Thu Nov 18
5:00pm - 6:00pm
IN-PERSON
Women Lawyers Forum-Vancouver Island
Monthly Social Night
On the third Thursday of every month for the Section year. Let's meet, network and support each other throughout the year in this informal setting.
Thursday November 18 2021, , WLF,
Fri Nov 19
11:00am - 12:30pm
1.5 CPD
ONLINE
Freedom of Information & Privacy Law Section
Privacy Developments in Artificial Intelligence
Topics of discussion at this meeting will include present uses of artificial intelligence (AI) in information gathering, current developments in AI technology, privacy issues relating to the use of AI, and more.
Friday November 19 2021, Jade Buchanan, Partner, McCarthy Tétrault, Morgan T. McDonald, Counsel, DLA Piper Canada, John Weigelt, National Technology Officer, Microsoft, Zoom, Webinar,
New
Fri Nov 19
9:30am - 3:35pm
4.5 CPD (2.0 ethics)
ONLINE
CBABC PD & BC Northwest Section
Northern BC Connects 2021
Save-the-Date for this virtual conference for lawyers across the BC North, bringing you upto 5 hours of CPD! Hear from leading lawyers and professionals about topics in estate and family litigation, ethical considerations for every lawyer, the Bail Project and much more. Stay tuned for more information, topics, and updates early this fall!
Friday November 19 2021, Various - See Agenda, Zoom, Webinar,
Tue Nov 23
12:00pm - 2:30pm
2.0 CPD (2.0 ethics)
IN-PERSON
CBABC PD
Ethical Considerations for Every Lawyer (Nanaimo)
Get involved as audience members in discussions about real-life ethical dilemmas, case studies and the Code of Conduct. Think critically about ethical dilemmas that challenge your professional responsibility. In this in-person seminar, we examine emerging ethical problems that could impact your practice and consider decision-making criteria to fulfill the obligations you have to your clients, the courts, our profession and the public.
Tuesday November 23 2021, Clare Jennings, William (Bill) Younie QC,
Wed Nov 24
12:00pm - 2:30pm
2.0 CPD (2.0 ethics)
IN-PERSON
CBABC PD
Ethical Considerations for Every Lawyer (Courtenay)
Get involved as audience members in discussions about real-life ethical dilemmas, case studies and the Code of Conduct. Think critically about ethical dilemmas that challenge your professional responsibility. In this in-person seminar, we examine emerging ethical problems that could impact your practice and consider decision-making criteria to fulfill the obligations you have to your clients, the courts, our profession and the public.
Wednesday November 24 2021, Clare Jennings, Mark Burger (Ives Burger),
Thu Nov 25
12:30pm - 2:00pm
1.5 CPD (1.5 ethics)
ONLINE
CBABC PD
Cloud Computing and the Paperless Office
The new legal practice model has many lawyers working in the cloud. 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”. Learn 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. This webinar will help you to get your head in the cloud, and your eyes wide open, to do some “cirrus” business.
Thursday November 25 2021, Thomas Spraggs, Brian Mauch, Doug Munro, Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Nov 25
8:30am - 9:30am
1.0 CPD (1.0 ethics)
ONLINE
Immigration Law-Overseas Lawyers Group Section
November Meeting
The group discusses developments in immigration and citizenship law and policy, shares practice tips, and discusses challenging case scenarios. Meetings held on the last Thursday of each month (Except Sept 29th and there is no December meeting)
Thursday November 25 2021, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Dec 2
5:00pm
IN-PERSON
Young Lawyers-Victoria Section
Monthly Social Night
Join us at the Sticky Wicket (at the Strathcona Hotel) starting at 5:00pm, the first Thursday of every month: mix and mingle with your peers.
Thursday December 2 2021, ,
Thu Dec 9
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1.0 CPD
ONLINE
Thursday December 9 2021, John Hall, John Hall Arbitration & Mediation Ltd., Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Dec 16
5:00pm - 6:00pm
IN-PERSON
Women Lawyers Forum-Vancouver Island
Monthly Social Night
On the third Thursday of every month for the Section year. Let's meet, network and support each other throughout the year in this informal setting.
Thursday December 16 2021, , WLF,
Thu Jan 6
5:00pm
IN-PERSON
Young Lawyers-Victoria Section
Monthly Social Night
Join us at the Sticky Wicket (at the Strathcona Hotel) starting at 5:00pm, the first Thursday of every month: mix and mingle with your peers.
Thursday January 6 2022, ,
Wed Jan 19
CPD TBD
ONLINE
Family Law-Vancouver Island Section
Intersection between Trusts and Family Law
More details coming soon.
Wednesday January 19 2022, Fiona Hunter, Horne Coupar, Emma Neary, Horne Coupar, Zoom, Webinar,
Save the Date
Thu Jan 20
5:00pm - 6:00pm
IN-PERSON
Women Lawyers Forum-Vancouver Island
Monthly Social Night
On the third Thursday of every month for the Section year. Let's meet, network and support each other throughout the year in this informal setting.
Thursday January 20 2022, , WLF,
Thu Jan 27
8:30am - 9:30am
1.0 CPD (1.0 ethics)
ONLINE
Immigration Law-Overseas Lawyers Group Section
January Meeting
The group discusses developments in immigration and citizenship law and policy, shares practice tips, and discusses challenging case scenarios. Meetings held on the last Thursday of each month (Except Sept 29th and there is no December meeting)
Thursday January 27 2022, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Feb 3
5:00pm
IN-PERSON
Young Lawyers-Victoria Section
Monthly Social Night
Join us at the Sticky Wicket (at the Strathcona Hotel) starting at 5:00pm, the first Thursday of every month: mix and mingle with your peers.
Thursday February 3 2022, ,
Thu Feb 17
5:00pm - 6:00pm
IN-PERSON
Women Lawyers Forum-Vancouver Island
Monthly Social Night
On the third Thursday of every month for the Section year. Let's meet, network and support each other throughout the year in this informal setting.
Thursday February 17 2022, , WLF,
Thu Feb 24
8:30am - 9:30am
1.0 CPD (1.0 ethics)
ONLINE
Immigration Law-Overseas Lawyers Group Section
February Meeting
The group discusses developments in immigration and citizenship law and policy, shares practice tips, and discusses challenging case scenarios. Meetings held on the last Thursday of each month (Except Sept 29th and there is no December meeting)
Thursday February 24 2022, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Mar 17
5:00pm - 6:00pm
IN-PERSON
Women Lawyers Forum-Vancouver Island
Monthly Social Night
On the third Thursday of every month for the Section year. Let's meet, network and support each other throughout the year in this informal setting.
Thursday March 17 2022, , WLF,
Thu Mar 31
8:30am - 9:30am
1.0 CPD (1.0 ethics)
ONLINE
Immigration Law-Overseas Lawyers Group Section
March Meeting
The group discusses developments in immigration and citizenship law and policy, shares practice tips, and discusses challenging case scenarios. Meetings held on the last Thursday of each month (Except Sept 29th and there is no December meeting)
Thursday March 31 2022, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Apr 7
5:00pm
IN-PERSON
Young Lawyers-Victoria Section
Monthly Social Night
Join us at the Sticky Wicket (at the Strathcona Hotel) starting at 5:00pm, the first Thursday of every month: mix and mingle with your peers.
Thursday April 7 2022, ,
Thu Apr 21
5:00pm - 6:00pm
IN-PERSON
Women Lawyers Forum-Vancouver Island
Monthly Social Night
On the third Thursday of every month for the Section year. Let's meet, network and support each other throughout the year in this informal setting.
Thursday April 21 2022, , WLF,
Thu Apr 28
8:30am - 9:30am
1.0 CPD (1.0 ethics)
ONLINE
Immigration Law-Overseas Lawyers Group Section
April Meeting
The group discusses developments in immigration and citizenship law and policy, shares practice tips, and discusses challenging case scenarios. Meetings held on the last Thursday of each month (Except Sept 29th and there is no December meeting)
Thursday April 28 2022, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu May 5
5:00pm
IN-PERSON
Young Lawyers-Victoria Section
Monthly Social Night
Join us at the Sticky Wicket (at the Strathcona Hotel) starting at 5:00pm, the first Thursday of every month: mix and mingle with your peers.
Thursday May 5 2022, ,
Thu May 19
5:00pm - 6:00pm
IN-PERSON
Women Lawyers Forum-Vancouver Island
Monthly Social Night
On the third Thursday of every month for the Section year. Let's meet, network and support each other throughout the year in this informal setting.
Thursday May 19 2022, , WLF,
Thu May 26
8:30am - 9:30am
1.0 CPD (1.0 ethics)
ONLINE
Immigration Law-Overseas Lawyers Group Section
May Meeting
The group discusses developments in immigration and citizenship law and policy, shares practice tips, and discusses challenging case scenarios. Meetings held on the last Thursday of each month (Except Sept 29th and there is no December meeting)
Thursday May 26 2022, , Zoom, Webinar,
Thu Jun 2
5:00pm
IN-PERSON
Young Lawyers-Victoria Section
Monthly Social Night
Join us at the Sticky Wicket (at the Strathcona Hotel) starting at 5:00pm, the first Thursday of every month: mix and mingle with your peers.
Thursday June 2 2022, ,
Thu Jun 16
5:00pm - 6:00pm
IN-PERSON
Women Lawyers Forum-Vancouver Island
Monthly Social Night
On the third Thursday of every month for the Section year. Let's meet, network and support each other throughout the year in this informal setting.
Thursday June 16 2022, , WLF,
Thu Jun 30
8:30am - 9:30am
1.0 CPD (1.0 ethics)
ONLINE
Immigration Law-Overseas Lawyers Group Section
June Meeting
The group discusses developments in immigration and citizenship law and policy, shares practice tips, and discusses challenging case scenarios. Meetings held on the last Thursday of each month (Except Sept 29th and there is no December meeting)
Thursday June 30 2022, , Zoom, Webinar,
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