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Women's rights are everyone's business 

  • February 28, 2024

Looking at the state of the rest of the world, we must see that setbacks are possible and do occur. Hence the importance of marking International Women's Rights Day.

In Memoriam: Kathryn ("Kathy") Sainty, KC

  • January 30, 2024

"Kathy was a valued and trusted friend, colleague, and mentor to many in the legal profession. She was generous with her time and spent countless hours volunteering both in and outside of the legal profession, particularly in the support of women."

On the Path to Equity for Women in Law

  • August 22, 2022

Like women in many sectors of our society, women lawyers have made significant strides towards equity in the profession over the past decades. However much more needs to be done to achieve gender equity, especially in the areas of pay equity, progression to leadership roles, and the retention of experienced women lawyers in private practice.

UBC Moot Court Judges Wanted

  • November 28, 2018

The UBC Peter A. Allard School of Law is calling for volunteer judges for the 2019 First Year Moots. The moot topic will be in the area of contract law, but no professional knowledge in this area is required.

2017 Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope

  • September 10, 2017

Come be a part of the CBABC BC WLF’s Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope team. The Walk of Hope will be held at Queen Elizabeth Park on September 10, 2017. Funds raised will help Ovarian Cancer Canada carry out initiatives including research funding, awareness and education, and support for families affected by ovarian cancer.