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SUMMARY:Effective Decision Writing for Administrative Adjudicators by Osgoode Hall Law School
DESCRIPTION:What You’ll Learn \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou will engage in practical writing exercises\, and learn: \n\n\n\nThe key components of clear\, concise\, well-reasoned decisions\nCore writing principles\, including context and point-first writing\nStrategies for drafting effective introductions\nPowerful tips on decision structure and issue-driven organization\nRecent developments in the duty to give reasons\n\n\n\n\nPLUS! You will obtain valuable resources including checklists\, tip sheets\, legal sources on sufficiency and sample decisions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend \n\n\n\n\nNew and experienced decision-writers\, reviewers\, and counsel with administrative and regulatory agencies\, boards and tribunals. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is an introductory course but will be useful for anyone who has not done a full-day structured program on decision writing\, or who wants a refresher.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/effective-decision-writing-for-administrative-adjudicators-by-osgoode-hall-law-school/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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SUMMARY:10 Tech and Cyber Security Highlights: 2022-2023
DESCRIPTION:Location\n\nView this webcast-only program from your home or office computer \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription \n\nTechnology and cybersecurity have been foundational concerns for lawyer and paralegal offices for many years now. But the events in 2020 (and beyond) heightened their importance in our continuing hybrid work world. This program highlights 10 key topics from recent CPD programs on tech and cybersecurity that are relevant for you today\, providing you with what you need to know to run your practice efficiently and effectively while safeguarding your (and your clients’) confidential information. For a focus on these important areas\, check out our curated selections to enhance your technological competence. \n\nReview how to safely explore new technologies and integrate them into your practice\nGet tips on how to protect your home and/or office-based practice from cyber security threats\nLearn about how to utilize AI in your practice to maximize efficiency and cut down on tedious tasks
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/10-tech-and-cyber-security-highlights-2022-2023/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20230913T130000
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SUMMARY:Trans Competency for Lawyers – Navigating Gender Together
DESCRIPTION:Seminar Overview       \nTransgender and gender non-conforming people face unique legal issues because of their gender identity and/or expression. They are also people who need legal services for everyday legal problems. Lawyers and staff can expect to work with transgender and gender non-conforming people as staff\, clients or as another party or counsel.  How can lawyers and advocates work to end discrimination and support our trans clients? Lawyers have Rules of Professional Conduct that require us to treat people with civility and respect. We must also adhere to provincial human rights legislation. Join Gemma Hickey\, author and trans activist\, and Carey Majid\, KC from the Human Rights Commission to learn about these challenges and what we can do to make sure our legal services are as inclusive as possible. \nTopics will include: \n\nA lawyer’s ethical obligations\nTerminology – who are trans people and how do we talk about them respectfully?\nLegal issues related to client identification and verification\, privacy and confidentiality\, legal vs. chosen name/pronouns\, legal changes to identity documents\, same sex marriage\, identification in court/tribunals\, and human rights and the duty to accommodate.\n\nSeminar Presenters \nGemma Hickey \nA multi-awarding winning international author\, human rights advocate and global speaker from Newfoundland and Labrador\, Gemma Hickey’s advocacy has made headlines worldwide and changed the legal landscape of Canada expanding the rights\, dignity\, and equality of women\, the LBGTQ2+ community and survivors of religious institutional abuse. \nGemma became a well-known force for change in 2003\, when they travelled to Halifax to present a brief on same-sex marriage to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights. In 2004\, they co-lead the movement that legalized same-sex marriage in Canada as national President of Egale\, and in 2008 as national President of PFLAG Canada\, they lobbied Canadian Blood Services to end the gay blood ban. \nIn 2017\, their court application requesting a gender-neutral birth certificate spurred the Newfoundland and Labrador government to change its law\, and Gemma became the first person to receive a non-binary birth certificate and Passport. \nIn 2013\, Gemma founded the Pathways Foundation\, a non-profit organization that supports survivors of religious institutional abuse. To raise awareness and funds for the cause\, they walked across Newfoundland in July of 2015. In 2019\, they co-founded ACTS Canada (Advocates for Clergy Trauma Survivors) to support survivors nation-wide and represented Canadian clergy abuse survivors in Rome during the first ever Papal Summit on clergy sexual abuse. \nGemma’s physical and personal journey through gender transformation is the subject of the documentary\, Just Be Gemma. The film aired on CBC television and the Documentary Channel in 2017\, screened at various Canadian film festivals in 2018\, and made its international debut in 2019 in Japan. \nGemma’s memoir\, Almost Feral (Breakwater 2019) won Best Atlantic Published Book Award\, and the Margaret and John Savage First Book Award at the Atlantic Book Awards. In 2020 CBC Books listed Gemma as one of 24 Canadian writers to be featured on their Writers to Watch List and named\, Almost Feral as one of 40 Canadian books on the summer reading list. The book continues to receive rave reviews and was recently acquired by a publisher in Japan. \nGemma has consulted with all levels of government on gender equity\, inclusion and diversity and was invited to attend Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s apology to the LGBTQ2+ community in 2017. In 2021\, because of their lobbying efforts to ban conversion therapy in Canada\, they were invited back to Ottawa by Justice Minister David Lametti to witness the tabling of the bill and speak alongside him on Parliament Hill. Gemma has also given addresses at universities\, and Canadian Embassies in different parts of the world. In Geneva\, they spoke about gender equity\, diversity and sexual violence before various countries and UN bodies. In Rome\, they spoke to Vatican officials on the importance of releasing all documents pertaining to residential schools. This fall\, they return to Rome and Geneva\, and finally The Hague\, to speak at the International Court of Justice on the rights of the child. \nTheir dedication to social justice and community engagement has led them to serve on the boards of diverse organizations\, including the St. John’s Status of Women’s Council\, Food Security Network\, Human Rights Association\, and Community Mediation Services. They were instrumental in the creation of two supportive housing facilities: Marguerite’s Place\, for women and The Tommy Sexton Centre for people living with HIV and AIDS. \nGemma is also passionate about the arts and has served on a range of volunteer boards such as the St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival\, Writer’s Alliance of NL\, Literary Arts Foundation\, Tramore Productions and Resource Centre for the Arts. \nAn emerging filmmaker\, they recently produced a short documentary entitled On The Fringe highlighting the plight of female sex workers during the pandemic in St. John’s. Upcoming documentaries include Road to Rome which follows clergy abuse survivors from different parts of the world on a pilgrimage to the Vatican and In the Name of the Father\, an auto-ethnographic take on the heteropatriarchy and coloniality within the Catholic Church. \nIn 2012 Gemma was recognized with a Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal for their contributions to human rights in Canada\, and in 2016\, named a Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Champion. Since 2010\, they have worked as the Executive Director of Artforce NL\, an arts-based charity that helps marginalized youth overcome socio-economic barriers. \nGemma is currently a Masters Candidate in Gender Studies at Memorial University. They live in St. John’s where they enjoy hiking the coastline and swimming in fresh water all year round. \nCarey Majid\, KC \nCarey Majid\, KC (she/her) is the Executive Director of the Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Commission. The Human Rights Commission is an independent at-arm’s length government agency that is responsible for promoting and protecting human rights in the province. \nCarey is a lawyer with over 20 years of experience. She practices exclusively in the area of human rights and administrative law. She was elected a Bencher of the Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador in 2021 and appointed King’s Counsel in 2022. Carey is Chair of the Law Society’s Equity and Diversity Committee and also sits on the provincial Access to Justice Committee. Carey teaches the Law Society’s bar admission course on human rights and regularly presents on human rights and social justice issues to employers\, government\, community groups and in the media. \nRegistration Fee:   $57.50.00 ($50.00 + HST)         HST # R108086463 \nTo register for this seminar\, please click the following link: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mtSOWqp5QSueGuWdVINhkA \nCPD Credit:   2 hours
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/trans-competency-for-lawyers-navigating-gender-together/
LOCATION:3rd Floor\, Law Society Building\, 196-198 Water Street\, St. John’s\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
ORGANIZER;CN="Law Society of Newfoundland & Labrador":MAILTO:churley@lsnl.ca
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SUMMARY:Direct Examination 2023 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Can’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?\n \nWant online CPD available 24/7?\n \nSubscribe to Courses On Demand\, our comprehensive online resource with 1\,500+ videos and 5\,400+ papers from CLEBC courses. This course will be added to Courses on Demand approximately 30 days from the original course date. \nWho should attend: Civil and criminal litigators \nLearning level: Fundamental/Intermediate \nIn the world of trial techniques\, cross-examination gets a lot of attention while direct examination is usually taken for granted. It is often assumed that direct examination is a very straightforward matter. After all\, it is your witness telling his or her own story\, is it not? \nExperienced counsel know that matters are not so simple. It is probably true that more cases are won or lost on direct examination than on cross-examination. In this vein\, this full-day program will improve your skills in direct examination through a review of the principles and practices that underlie effective preparation and execution of this trial technique. \nLaw Society of BC CPD Hours: 5.5 hours (this course will contain a minimum of 1 hour pertaining to professional responsibility and ethics\, client care and relations\, and/or practice management) \nCourse Chairs\nJordanna Cytrynbaum — Cassles Brock & Blackwell LLP\, Vancouver\nJoan M. Young — McMillan LLP\, Vancouver \nJust want the materials from the course?\nSubscribe to Online Course Materials and access 5\,400+ papers produced for CLEBC courses since 2001. \nCLEBC Program Lawyer*\nRaymond Lee\nrlee@cle.bc.ca\n*non-practising
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/direct-examination-2023-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Critical Incident Group Debriefing
DESCRIPTION:Critical incidents are situations that occur outside of our normal frame of reference and challenge us to understand and cope with what has happened. Critical Incident Group Debriefing (CIGD) is a short-term group intervention process that focuses on an immediate event. CIGD is one of several methods that may be utilized to lessen the likelihood of people experiencing symptoms of trauma and stress after a critical incident. This group debriefing process provides a place for participants to talk and share experiences\, and for the facilitator to teach and provide information about the impact of critical incidents. While participants of this workshop will learn how to facilitate a group debriefing\, they will also learn how to discern when CIGD is appropriate for a group and when it might not be a suitable intervention. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nUnderstand how people respond differently to the same event\nDescribe a framework for facilitating a group debriefing\nKnow the benefits and potential problems with group debriefing\nIdentify when critical incident group debriefing is appropriate\nApply principles learned to their own environment\n\n*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view webinar materials \n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, case study exercises\, experiential practice\, personal reflection\, delivered electronically. \n\n\n\n\n\nSome of the Topics Included\n\nDefinitions and Overview\nRole of Group Debriefing\nPossible Reactions to a Critical Incident\nResponse Variables\nPost-Traumatic Stress Disorder\nGroup Debriefing History\nGroup Debriefing Models\nBenefits and Problems with Group Debriefing\nPreparing for a Group Debriefing\nCIGD Phases\nConsiderations About the Process\nTips for Facilitators\nCo-Facilitating\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an intermediate level workshop intended for school personnel\, social service and health care professionals\, counsellors\, social workers\, managers\, human resource professionals\, and anyone seeking a better understanding of how to facilitate a group debriefing after a tragic event. \n\n\nTerms & Conditions\nView our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrainer: John Koop Harder \nMSW\, RSW\nJohn has been working as a therapist and trainer for over 20 years. He is a Registered Social Worker who holds a Master of Social Work degree. John is a contributing author of our Counselling Insights and Counselling in Relationships books. Much of John’s career has centred on working with children\, youth\, adults\, and families dealing with crisis and trauma. While he has a diverse practice\, he has particular interest and specialized experience in working with individuals and families impacted by mental health concerns\, violence\, post-war trauma recovery\, gender/sexuality issues\, and sexual abuse recovery. John’s work is also informed by his international experiences working with individuals and communities impacted by civil war and ethnic conflicts in Colombia\, Albania\, and Northern Ireland. John believes people are their own best experts and already have many of the skills\, abilities\, and competencies that will assist them to address the challenges influencing their lives. John is a warm and engaging facilitator who values interactive learning experiences. Read blogs written by John here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/critical-incident-group-debriefing/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Law of Privilege: Principles\, Applications\, and Future Trends
DESCRIPTION:Seminar Overview         \nJoin us for a comprehensive seminar that navigates the landscape of privilege within our legal framework. Led by Katie Doherty\, author of “The Law of Privilege in Canada\,” and Steve Scruton\, a partner at MacGillivray Injury & Insurance Law\, this seminar offers a deep exploration of essential privilege concepts\, their practical implications\, landmark cases\, recent developments\, and the potential trajectory of privilege law. \nThis seminar will focus on the following three facets of privilege: \n\nLitigation Privilege: Delve into the core principles of litigation privilege\, its extent\, and inherent limitations. Through the lens of leading cases\, participants will grasp the interpretation and application of litigation privilege and its relevance in various legal proceedings.\nSettlement Privilege: Uncover the intricacies of settlement privilege and its pivotal role in fostering effective dispute resolution. Participants will gain insights into the mechanics of settlement privilege during negotiations.\nSolicitor-Client Privilege: Acquire an in-depth understanding of solicitor-client privilege\, encompassing its foundational principles and nuanced exceptions. The integral role of solicitor-client privilege in upholding confidential communications between legal professionals and their clients will be dissected. Notably\, recent legal developments that influence the application of solicitor-client privilege\, particularly in the digital age\, will be scrutinized.\n\nThis CPD seminar is thoughtfully tailored for legal professionals\, including lawyers\, paralegals\, in-house counsel\, and practitioners seeking to deepen their comprehension of privilege law. Whether you are an adept specialist or a newcomer to the field\, this seminar promises invaluable insights and pragmatic knowledge applicable across diverse legal spheres. \nSeminar Presenters \nKatie Doherty \nKatie Doherty is Crown Counsel at the Crown Law Office Criminal\, Ministry of the Attorney General (Ontario). Her practice includes both trial and appellate work and she has prosecuted criminal offences at all levels of court in Ontario and at the Supreme Court of Canada. She has an interest in the law of privilege as well as search and seizure issues in the digital age\, including the search of electronic devices. She is a member of the Crown Law Office – Criminal search experts’ group and is coordinator of the Electronic Surveillance Unit for the Province of Ontario. She regularly advises police and crown counsel regarding search and seizure\, privilege\, as well as wiretap issues. She is the author of The Law of Privilege in Canada. \nSteven Scruton \nSteve Scruton is a Partner at MacGillivray Law whose practice primarily extends to personal injury and insurance litigation.  Before joining MacGillivray Law\, Steve began his career at a large regional law firm\, following which he helped open a legal office for one of the leading insurance companies in the market\, serving as their in-house counsel for the jurisdiction. He has also been actively involved over the years in professional organizations like the Canadian Bar Association\, serving in a variety of roles over the years\, including President of the NL branch.  He teaches about disclosure of evidence in civil litigation at the Bar Admission course\, where he tries to provide practical insights on the subject matter. \nRegistration Fee:   $172.50.00 ($150.00 + HST)    HST # R108086463 \nTo register for this seminar\, please click the following link: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_phvGUANOTcOZNm6Gg_YyWg \nCPD Credit:    3 hours
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/exploring-the-law-of-privilege-principles-applications-and-future-trends/
LOCATION:3rd Floor\, Law Society Building\, 196-198 Water Street\, St. John’s\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
ORGANIZER;CN="Law Society of Newfoundland & Labrador":MAILTO:churley@lsnl.ca
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SUMMARY:Dalhousie Alumni Event - Corner Brook
DESCRIPTION:Location\nGlynmill Inn\n1 B Cobb Lane\, Corner Brook\, Newfoundland \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n\n\nWe are once again travelling to host receptions and social nights for alumni and friends. It’s been a minute! \nWe will be hosting a cocktail reception at the Glynmill Inn in Corner Brook and invite all alumni in the area to attend to reconnect with Dalhousie and join fellow alumni for an evening of great company and conversations! \nAdmission is complimentary with a business casual vibe. We’ll be offering one free drink with admission as well as an assortment of light munchies. \nSpace is limited\, register today to secure your ticket. \nPlease email Kirsten Tobin at kirsten.tobin@dal.ca if you have any questions. \nSupported by our partners TD Insurance Meloche Monnex and Manulife Financial. Get your preferred rates for alumni!
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/dalhousie-alumni-event-corner-brook/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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SUMMARY:FREE EVENT Privacy by Design: More Than Just a Catchy Phrase - Webinar by the International Association of Privacy Professionals
DESCRIPTION:If you are working on any kind of process change\, information\, security or privacy management initiative then you will not want to miss Privacy by Design: More Than Just a Catchy Phrase . This session is open to all and is FREE of charge. \nDescription\n“Privacy by design” has been part of the privacy practitioners’ vernacular for well over a decade\, but for many the phrase remains vague. In this talk\, the author of the IAPP CIPT textbook\, Strategic Privacy by Design\, will walk through the development of a hypothetical smart thermostat following the recently released Design Process Standard from the Institute of Operational Privacy Design. For many participants this will open up a new avenue of thinking about privacy beyond the laws\, principles and programmatic elements they are most familiar with and provide a level of concreteness to the concept beyond the broad to “build privacy in.”     \nSpeaker\nR. Jason Cronk\, FIP\, CIPP/US\, CIPT\, CIPM \nPresident of the Institute of Operational Privacy Design\, Section Leader of the IAPP Privacy Engineering Section\, Principal Consultant at Enterprivacy Consulting Group\, Privacy Engineer\, Attorney and Author of the Strategic Privacy by Design\, 2nd Ed.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/free-event-privacy-by-design-more-than-just-a-catchy-phrase-webinar-by-the-international-association-of-privacy-professionals/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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