Programs & Events Schedule

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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Updated Apr 29, 2025

All times listed in Pacific time.

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,

Thu May 1

12:30pm - 1:30pm

1.0 CPD

ONLINE

Family Law-Vancouver Island Section

Family Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial Interests or Rights Act - Information from The First Nations Housing Professionals Association

Darlene Chevrier, Matrimonial Real Property Program Coordinator, and Shayne McDonald, ATL/QC Regional, give an overview of the Family Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial Interests or Rights Act and their work in the area of matrimonial real property. 

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,

Wed May 7

12:00pm - 1:30pm

1.5 CPD

ONLINE

Aboriginal Law-Vancouver, Aboriginal Law-Vancouver Island, Environmental Law Sections

UNDRIP’s Application in Canadian Law – Case Law Discussion on Kebaowek First Nation v Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, 2025 FC 319

Sandy Carpenter, Co-Founder, P2 REgulatory Solutions, and Robert Janes, KC, Partner, JFK Law, explores one of the most significant public law decisions of the year: Kebaowek First Nation v. Canadian Nuclear Laboratories.

Wednesday May 7 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, Indigenous,

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

5:30pm - 7:00pm

1.5 CPD

ONLINE

ADR-Vancouver Section

The Sufficiency of Independent Legal Advice in Mediations: Reflections on Spanell v Spanell and Family Law Act s.93

Stephen McPhee, KC, Managing Partner at RLR Lawyers, discusses the essential role of Independent Legal Advice (ILA) in mediations, highlighting the risks and obligations for mediators and parties when ILA is lacking.

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,

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

Thu May 22

12:30pm - 1:30pm

1.0 CPD (1.0 ethics)

ONLINE

Aboriginal Law-Vancouver Island Section

The UVIC JD/JID Program: What it means to have JID Experience in the Legal Profession

Shayla Praud shares her experiences in the JD/JID program at the University of Victoria, which includes transsystemic courses and field schools in Indigenous communities throughout Canada. Learn what JID graduates bring to the table and how they can enrich practice with their particular training. 

Thursday May 22 2025, , Zoom, Webinar, Aboriginal, Indigenous,
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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,

Tue May 27

12:00pm - 1:00pm

1.0 CPD

IN-PERSON, ONLINE

Young Lawyers-Lower Mainland Section

Provincial Court Practice For Young Lawyers

Former Judge Paul Meyers provides his unique insight into common pitfalls that young lawyers can avoid and how less experienced counsel can put their best foot forward.

Tuesday May 27 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
New

Wed May 28

12:30pm - 2:00pm

1.5 CPD

IN-PERSON, ONLINE

Family Law-Kamloops Section

May Meeting

Connect with other lawyers to discuss issues of importance to the Kamloops Family Bar. Join to get updates from the Family Bar, canvass future presentation topics, and socialize with each other.

Wednesday May 28 2025, , Zoom, Webinar,
New

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,
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