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SUMMARY:Expert Evidence 2025
DESCRIPTION:Be an expert in managing expert evidence! \nCan’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts? Want online CPD available 24/7?\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: This program is designed for civil and criminal litigators—plaintiff civil\, defendant civil\, Crown counsel\, and criminal defence counsel \nLearning level: Fundamental/Intermediate \nExpert evidence is prevalent in BC civil and criminal proceedings. Developments in the law and procedure relating to reports by experts have heightened the importance of the court exercising its gatekeeping function and raised the threshold for admissibility. As a result\, disputes at trial respecting the admissibility and weight of expert evidence are now common. \nThis course will survey the recent developments in the law and provide in-depth analysis and guidance on the selection and instruction of experts\, how to avoid common pitfalls in the preparation of reports\, challenging expert reports\, and the direct and cross-examination of experts at trial. You will be provided sophisticated and practical instruction from different perspectives on all aspects of expert evidence. \nWe recommend that you have your copy of Expert Evidence in BC Civil Proceedings – 6th Edition. If you do not have this valuable resource\, you may purchase a copy at the same time as you register for the course. Please Contact Customer Service to order. \nLaw Society of BC CPD Hours: 6 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\nTheresa Iandiorio\, KC — Crown Counsel\, Ministry of Attorney General\, Vancouver\nMichael Parrish — Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP\, Vancouver
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/expert-evidence-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250306
DTSTAMP:20260420T153024
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SUMMARY:Intellectual Property for Litigators 2025
DESCRIPTION:The IP essentials that every litigator should know!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts? Want online CPD available 24/7?\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: Lawyers who seek a comprehensive introduction to IP matters\, including corporate counsel\, in-house counsel\, corporate solicitors\, and general civil litigators. This course will also be of interest to litigators seeking an update on current issues and strategies in IP litigation. \nLearning level: All levels \nDifferent forms of intellectual property dictate different strategies for litigation. When an intellectual property issue arises\, will you be prepared to give your clients the litigation advice they need? \nAt this course\, you will gain a solid grounding that will permit you to evaluate\, advise on\, and manage an intellectual property claim. You will learn the essential characteristics of the different classes of intellectual property and their implications for litigation. \nYou will come away from this course with appropriate litigation strategies to protect your client’s IP interests and to avoid pitfalls in managing these IP files. \nLaw Society of BC CPD Hours: 6 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 Chair\nChristopher S. Wilson — Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP\, Vancouver
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/intellectual-property-for-litigators-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250307T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250307T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153024
CREATED:20250213T145425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T145425Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Leadership Discussion Panel
DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Bar Association – Newfoundland and Labrador Branch (CBA-NL) invites you to join us in celebrating International Women’s Day with an inspiring panel discussion on women in leadership. \nModerated by Raylene Mackey\, Chair of the Women’s Forum Section\, this event will feature trailblazing women who have navigated challenges and accelerated their careers in law. Their experiences will inspire\, educate\, and empower us to continue advocating for greater representation of women in leadership. \nWhy Attend?\n✔ Gain insights from accomplished women in leadership✔ Find inspiration to advance your career and champion gender equity✔ Connect with like-minded professionals committed to progress \nOur Esteemed Panelists:\n\nLynne Vicars – Canadian Bar Association National President\nJennifer Mercer\, QC – Associate Chief Judge\, Provincial Court of Newfoundland and Labrador\nAllison Whelan\, K.C. – Managing Partner\, Stewart McKelvey\nCarey Majid\, K.C. – Executive Director\, Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Commission\n\nEvent Details:\n Date: Friday\, March 7\, 2025⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Location: EIX – Emera Innovation Exchange Building Lunch: Provided Fee: $15 for CBA members | $50 for non-members \nSpaces are limited! Register today by emailing Robyn at cba-nl@cba.org.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/women-in-leadership-discussion-panel/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250310T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250310T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153024
CREATED:20250227T130319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T144335Z
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SUMMARY:Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund Online Information Session by the Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia
DESCRIPTION:On March 10th\, join us for a one-hour webinar at 2:00 pm ADT to learn about the Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (AICLF). This ISANS-led initiative can help immigrants with permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship obtain training and certification in their chosen fields or related fields in their new home provinces. \nDuring this event\, you will learn: \n\nWho is eligible for the AICLF\nWhat costs the AICLF can cover\nThe kinds of programs the AICLF can help pay for\nHow the AICLF is funded and how it is administered across Atlantic Canada\nWhy the AICLF is a better choice for immigrants in Atlantic Canada than funding through a private institution on their own\n\n During and after the presentation\, you can also ask any questions you might have about AICLF. \n Registration and attendance details: \n\nRegister for the event by filling in this form.\nThe registration deadline is 5 pm ADT March 7th \nYou will receive a link to the meeting before the event\n\nFor more information\, please contact:   Ken Partridge  |  kpartridge@isans.ca \n Platform: Microsoft Teams
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/atlantic-immigrant-career-loan-fund-online-information-session-by-the-immigrant-services-association-of-nova-scotia-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250311T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250311T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153024
CREATED:20250109T194604Z
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SUMMARY:Secrets of Chambers 2025
DESCRIPTION:Your comprehensive guide to success in chambers! \nCan’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts? Want online CPD available 24/7?\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: Junior to intermediate litigation counsel. Experienced litigation counsel who seek a comprehensive refresher on chambers practice will also find this program valuable. \nLearning level: Fundamental/Intermediate \nThis course is CLEBC’s comprehensive introduction to civil chambers practice. The program is geared towards junior counsel who seek an introduction to—and experienced counsel who seek a wide-ranging refresher on—preparation for and conduct of\, chambers hearings. \nThis course will blend substantive legal principles with practical practice pointers. A popular returning feature will be the View from the Bench\, wherein members of the judiciary share their observations concerning the most common problems plaguing counsel and how these problems can be remedied. \nYou can expect to come away with a collection of superb practice tips that you can apply immediately to enhance your effectiveness in chambers. The previous edition of this program in March 2023 received rave reviews. \nLaw Society of BC CPD Hours: 3 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\nAndrew P. Morrison — Shields Harney LLP\, Vancouver\nJohn Douglas Shields — Shields Harney LLP\, Vancouver
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/secrets-of-chambers-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250314
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CREATED:20250109T192922Z
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SUMMARY:Defamation\, Privacy and Media Law 2025
DESCRIPTION:Law\, practice\, and the anti-SLAPP revolution \nThursday\, March 13\, 2025\n9:00 am – 4:30 pm\nvia webinar only \nCan’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts? Want online CPD available 24/7?\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 litigators and media industry personnel \nLearning level: Intermediate/Advanced \nDefamation law has long been known as a byzantine maze of technical rules and historical anomalies. The rise of online platforms\, social media\, cross-border publications\, and anti-SLAPP laws has made defamation\, privacy\, and media law more challenging than ever. \nThis one-day program is aimed at demystifying the law and highlighting the newest developments and practical considerations facing counsel. \nAnti-SLAPP laws are vital to anyone commencing or defending any action involving expression and will be explored both in law and practice. We will examine key battleground areas that drive successful or unsuccessful defamation actions. \nThe course will also explain the specialized test for defamation injunctions\, untangle the confusing area of qualified privilege\, and highlight significant changes on the horizon as reforms in the UK and Australia make their way to Canada. \nThis year’s program will feature leading counsel on these and other key issues in this important and rapidly evolving area of law and practice. \nLaw Society of BC CPD Hours: 6 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 Chair\nDaniel H. Coles — Owen Bird Law Corporation\, Vancouver
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/defamation-privacy-and-media-law-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250313T130000
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CREATED:20250129T161821Z
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SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Leadership
DESCRIPTION:A compassionate and trauma-informed approach to leadership is essential for creating healthy workplace cultures. Trauma is prevalent in our world and has an impact on many of the people we interact with\, including staff and colleagues. Based on our book\, A Little Book About Trauma-Informed Workplaces\, this workshop explores how to lead with a trauma-informed approach and provides five key principles that trauma-informed workplaces embody. By embracing these principles\, organizations can contribute to the positive transformation of individuals and relationships affected by trauma\, while at the same time creating the conditions that lead to high levels of employee engagement and organizational success. Every organization\, from any sector\, can benefit from becoming trauma-informed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nDiscuss the prevalence and impact of trauma on individuals and organizations\nList five key trauma-informed principles\nDescribe practical strategies for implementing each of the five trauma-informed principles\nAssess their own organization for areas of trauma-informed strengths and weakness\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, personal reflection\, delivered electronically. \n\n\n\n\n\nSome of the Topics Included\n\nTrauma’s Ripple Effect\nThe Impact of Trauma in the Workplace\nCharacteristics of a Trauma-Informed Leader\n5 Principles of Trauma-Informed Workplaces – Promote Awareness\, Shift Attitudes\, Provide Choice\, Foster Safety\, Highlight Strengths\nSteps for Implementing Principles\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an intermediate-advanced level workshop for leaders\, managers\, supervisors\, and anyone providing leadership within an organization. \nTerms & Conditions \n\n\nView our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop. \nThis is a live virtual event\, please check your system requirements prior to registering. \nParticipants will receive the Zoom meeting login details and information about viewing the live virtual workshop by email 3-4 calendar days prior to the date of the event.\nPlease note\, payment is required in order to receive the login details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrainer\nNathan Gerbrandt\, CTRI Director \nNathan is the Managing Director of ACHIEVE’s partner organization\, Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute (CTRI). He holds a Master of Social Work degree and is a Registered Social Worker. Prior to working with CTRI and ACHIEVE\, Nathan coordinated service delivery and rehabilitation planning for repeat offenders with a diagnosis. He has refined skills in risk management and collaborative treatment planning for people in conflict with the law. In addition\, Nathan possesses specialty in the areas of disability services\, case management\, and working with people with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. He is passionate about sharing the message of the importance of trauma-informed care. Nathan is co-author of A Little Book About Trauma-Informed Workplaces. He believes that any service delivery requires the promotion of a sense of safety\, trust\, and choice for individuals and an approach of compassion and collaboration. Nathan is an engaging presenter who uses an interactive style to maximize the learning potential of participants.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/trauma-informed-leadership/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTSTAMP:20260420T153024
CREATED:20250220T134930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T134930Z
UID:25254-1742342400-1742428799@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Difficult Conversations: Strategies for Challenging Discussions
DESCRIPTION:Whether sharing bad news with a client\, providing corrective action\, or talking with a colleague about an uncomfortable issue\, difficult conversations are typically stressful and often take a large mental and emotional toll. Many people avoid difficult conversations for these reasons\, or find themselves ill prepared when they must have them. Yet\, the ability to handle difficult conversations respectfully and professionally is one of the most important skills for success in the workplace. This workshop will review the key elements of preparing for\, conducting\, and concluding difficult conversations. Participants will leave with a set of tools to help ensure that difficult conversations are productive\, professional\, and respectful for all involved. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nDescribe how to prepare for the next difficult conversation you encounter\nIdentify when and how to conduct a difficult conversation\nList some tools to help you in your difficult conversations\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, case study exercises\, experiential practice\, personal reflection\, delivered electronically \n\n*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials. \nNote: An e-manual for this workshop is included in purchase. \n\n\n\n\nSome of the Topics Included\n\nTypes of Difficult Conversations\nOur Natural Responses to Difficult Conversations\nDetermining if a Conversation is Necessary\nHow to Stop Avoiding the Interaction\nHow to Prepare for the Difficult Conversation\nKey Skills and Strategies for Engaging\nWhat to Do If They Won’t Engage\nConcluding the Conversation\nKeys for Delivering Bad News\nHow to be Open to Receiving the Difficult Conversation\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an introductory-intermediate level workshop applicable to both employees and managers. \n\n\nTerms & Conditions\nView our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop. \nThis is a live virtual event\, please check your system requirements prior to registering. \nParticipants will receive the Zoom meeting login details and information about viewing the live virtual workshop by email 3-4 calendar days prior to the date of the event.\nPlease note\, payment is required in order to receive the login details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrainer: Andrew Wychnenka\nAndrew is a conflict management professional with over a decade of experience in delivering conflict management services such as mediation\, coaching\, and training in a variety of sectors. He is passionate about helping people understand conflict and find solutions to problems that seem insurmountable on their own. He has a bachelor’s degree in Conflict Resolution Studies and Psychology and holds a Chartered Mediator designation through the Alternative Dispute Resolution Institute of Canada. He has conducted over 100 mediation processes in court\, family\, workplace\, and community settings\, and has over 18 years of service as a leader in the Canadian military\, which includes a deployment to Afghanistan. He also spent five years as a conflict management expert for a government department where he offered internal mediation services\, training\, and group processes. Andrew believes that a having a mindset that focuses on seeking understanding is the key to resolving conflict. As a facilitator\, he is passionate about making the content of a workshop relatable through practical examples and dialogue among participants.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/difficult-conversations-strategies-for-challenging-discussions/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250319T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250319T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153024
CREATED:20250314T181155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T181155Z
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SUMMARY:Business Law Lunch and Learn: Mastering Advanced Strategies for Streamlining Transactions with Closing Agendas
DESCRIPTION:Business Law Lunch and Learn\nClosing Folders: Mastering Advanced Strategies for Streamlining Transactions with Closing Agendas \nJoin the co-chairs of the Business Law Section\, Cassidy LaCosta and Christina Driscoll for the second session in our two-part Lunch & Learn series\, where we’ll explore advanced strategies for leveraging closing agendas to enhance transaction management. Building on the foundational concepts from the first session\, this deep-dive will focus on fine-tuning closing agendas to ensure smoother\, more efficient transactions. Learn how to track critical milestones\, manage outstanding tasks\, and keep all parties aligned throughout the closing process. We will explore advanced tips and tricks for getting the most out of Closing Folders\, the cloud-based legal document management system introduced in the first session. Discover how to maximize its features for more efficient document handling\, secure signature collection\, and seamless collaboration\, ensuring that your transactions run smoothly from start to finish. This session will build on the tools from the first session\, helping to fully harness the power of Closing Folders to optimize your closing process. \nEvent Details: \n Location: Cox & Palmer Office 235 Water Street\, Suite 1100 or virtual \n️ Lunch: Provided \n Fee: FREE for CBA members | $50 for non-members \nRegister online by clicking here. \nEmail Robyn with any inquires.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/business-law-lunch-and-learn-mastering-advanced-strategies-for-streamlining-transactions-with-closing-agendas/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250319T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250319T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153024
CREATED:20250310T132303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T132303Z
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SUMMARY:Family Dispute Resolution Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join a networking meeting of interested professionals & consultation to explore how we move forward with family dispute resolution across the Atlantic Region. \nThis meeting is for anyone who is interested in family dispute resolution\, who work in family law and with professionals who work with families. Please pass on this invitation to other family law or adjacent professionals who might be interested. \nWe all know that for most areas the only pathway for family disputes is to engage in the court processes leading to\, in  some cases\, lengthy and costly trials. The repercussions are great: \n\nUncertainty for children.\nPeople stalled from planning for a future after separation.\nFinancial assets tied up for years preventing future planning\n\nFDRIA has been setting up the Institute to support the expansion of family dispute resolution services in the region through programming including webinars and newsletters\, membership\, certification and professional supports. \nAt this hour long meeting meeting we will explore ideas for moving family dispute resolution forward. \nWhat do professionals need?\n \nHow do you add family dispute resolution to your practice?\n \nIs it time for a strategic planning meeting across the region?\n \nWhat can FDRIA do?  \nRegister here to receive the Zoom link \nIf you have an idea for a program or webinar\, or would like to present a webinar\, we are interested! \nEmail: info@fdria.ca
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/family-dispute-resolution-open-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTSTAMP:20260420T153024
CREATED:20250109T194321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T194321Z
UID:24895-1742428800-1742515199@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Litigation Foundations: Perspective of a Litigated Case 2025
DESCRIPTION:Can’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts? Want online CPD available 24/7?\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.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend: This program will be of interest to law students\, newly called lawyers\, and mid-level lawyers \nLearning level: Fundamental/Intermediate \nThis innovative new program will cover the conduct of a litigated case through the lens of nine elements of litigation\, from pleadings at the start to taxation at the end. The nine elements will be examined and unpacked in one of three distinct practice areas: Construction Law\, Employment Law\, or Family Law. \nThis program will be a unique opportunity to hone your litigation skills by seeing them from the perspective of counsel in different working contexts. It will focus on the fundamentals of litigation and will be of interest to law students\, newly called lawyers\, and mid-level lawyers. \nJoin us for an information-packed day of litigation learning! \nLaw Society of BC CPD Hours: 6 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\nGurminder Sandhu\, KC — Hamilton Duncan Law Corporation\, Surrey\nThomas L. Spraggs — Spraggs & Co. Law Corporation\, Coquitlam
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/litigation-foundations-perspective-of-a-litigated-case-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250321T133000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153024
CREATED:20250303T133421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T192301Z
UID:25339-1742558400-1742563800@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:The Notwithstanding Clause: For Emergencies Only?
DESCRIPTION:The Notwithstanding Clause: For Emergencies Only? \nPlease join us for a panel discussion regarding s. 33 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. We will be joined by legal experts from across the country to discuss their diverse perspectives on the purpose and utility of the clause. \nModerator \nProfessor Wade Wright\, Professor at Western University\, Faculty of Law \nSpeakers \nSenator Peter Harder\, Privy Council\nDr. Dwight Newman\, KC\, Professor at the University of Saskatchewan\nMarion Sandilands\, Partner at Conway Litigation \nRegistration Fees\n\nCBA Members: Free\nNon-Members: $100\nPlus applicable taxes \n\nRegister here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/the-notwithstanding-clause-for-emergencies-only/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250325
DTSTAMP:20260420T153024
CREATED:20250220T135305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T135305Z
UID:25258-1742774400-1742860799@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Managing Difficult Phone Calls
DESCRIPTION:Handling difficult interactions on the phone is a challenging task\, especially if the caller is in a heightened state of emotion. For many\, the ability to navigate difficult phone conversations with respect and professionalism is an essential workplace skill. This workshop is designed to provide practical strategies for dealing with clients and customers over the phone who are in a heightened emotional state. Participants will learn over-the-phone techniques for de-escalating anger\, resolving conflict\, and communicating effectively. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nApply effective listening skills to enhance understanding\nSupport emotionally heightened clients over the phone\nProblem-solve with clients for best outcomes\nDemonstrate a plan for delivering bad news\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, experiential practice\, personal reflection\, delivered electronically. \n\n*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials. \nNote: An e-manual for this workshop is included in purchase. \n\n\n\n\nSome of the Topics Included\n\nThe Complexity of Phone Communication\nQualities of a Skilled Communicator\nKey Skills for the Phone – Tone\, Volume\, and Inflection\nCommunication Style Test\nPractical Tips for Calming the Distressed Person\nIdentifying and Prioritizing Issues Raised\nDelivering Bad News\nEffective Notetaking\nPolitely Ending the Conversation\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an introductory-intermediate level workshop. \nTerms & Conditions \n\n\nView our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop. \nThis is a live virtual event\, please check your system requirements prior to registering. \nParticipants will receive the Zoom meeting login details and information about viewing the live virtual workshop by email 3-4 calendar days prior to the date of the event.\nPlease note\, payment is required in order to receive the login details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrainer: Christina Reimer\n\n\n\n\n\nChristina has a diverse background as a leadership trainer\, director and team building and conflict resolution facilitator. With a PhD in religion\, she teaches university courses on ethics\, the world’s major religions\, and other topics. Christina has travelled extensively and worked internationally for non-profit organizations that focus on peace-building and community development. She values workplaces that promote diversity and equity and strive to resolve corporate and interpersonal conflict in productive ways. She believes that communicating well is one of the keys to creating healthy working environments. Christina has an enthusiastic and engaging presentation style and uses storytelling and humour to make workshops interesting as well as informative.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/managing-difficult-phone-calls-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250327
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SUMMARY:Drafting and Reviewing Search Warrants 2025
DESCRIPTION:What You’ll Learn\nWho Should Attend\nFaculty\nPricing and Group Rates\nFinancial Assistance\nCPD and Accreditation\nFAQs\nClient and Technical Support\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTake advantage of this unique opportunity to take a deep dive into how to draft legally solid and successful warrants.\nCourt decisions continue to make apparent the importance of clear\, accurate and complete warrant applications\, and the dire consequences of deficient drafting. \nThis practical program will give you the knowledge and skills you need to draft\, review\, and revise a wide variety of search warrants\, and to identify and develop winning strategies for defending or attacking them. \n\nCan’t Make the Date? Registration includes 120-day unlimited\, online access to the recorded program. Please note the workshop will NOT be recorded. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\n\n\n\nPractical issues in the warrant Process: Cross-Discipline Panel Discussion\nLatest Hot Issues in Computer and Related Technology Searches\nReview of the Foundational Principles of Search and Seizure\nWarrant Writing and Reviewing 101\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPLUS! Take your learning to the next level in the optional\, warrant drafting workshop on March 26.  Space is strictly limited to ensure interactivity (for Day One registrants only). \n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend\n\n\n\n\n\nLaw enforcement officers\nRegulatory investigators (federal and provincial)\nCrown attorneys and federal prosecutors\nJudges\, including Justices of the Peace and lower Court judges from all provinces and territories\nDefence lawyers
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/drafting-and-reviewing-search-warrants-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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CREATED:20250314T181345Z
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UID:25451-1742991300-1742994900@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Criminal Law Lunch and Learn: Supreme Court of Canada Update
DESCRIPTION:Criminal Law Lunch and Learn\nSupreme Court of Canada Update – Winter 2025 \nJoin John Noseworthy\, Criminal Law Section Chair as they examine a selection of recent cases from the Supreme Court of Canada that will be of particular interest to lawyers who practice criminal law in the province. \nEvent Details: \n Location: Virtual \n Fee: FREE for CBA members | $50 for non-members \nRegister online by clicking here. \nEmail Robyn with any inquires.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/criminal-law-lunch-and-learn-supreme-court-of-canada-update/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250330T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250330T153000
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SUMMARY:Free Orangetheory Fitness Class Offered by the Canadian Bar Association - Newfoundland and Labrador Branch
DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Bar Association takes your health and wellness seriously—so should you! Carve out 1 hour for yourself on March 30th. \nAs part of our wellness initiative\, we’re treating you to a private Orangetheory class at Orangetheory Galway! \nNever tried a group fitness class? Never set foot in a gym? No problem! Beginner or Advanced gym goer\, this 60-minute workout blends cardio and strength training at your own pace- all you need are indoor sneakers and comfy clothes. \nCome break a sweat\, have some fun\, and maybe even discover your new favorite workout! \nEvent Details: \nTime: Check in at 2:30pm\, Class starts at 3:00pm- don’t be late! \nLocation: Orangetheory Galway 2 Danny Dr. \nFee: FREE \nTo register\, email Robyn at cba-nl@cba.org \nLimited spots\, first come first serve.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/free-orangetheory-fitness-class/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development,wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250331T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250331T190000
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CREATED:20250311T184629Z
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SUMMARY:Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund Online Information Session
DESCRIPTION:On March 31st\, join us for a one-hour webinar at 6:00 pm ADT to learn about the Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (AICLF). This Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS)-led initiative can help immigrants with permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship obtain training and certification in their chosen fields or related fields in their new home provinces. \nDuring this event\, you will learn: \n\nWho is eligible for the AICLF\nWhat costs the AICLF can cover\nThe kinds of programs the AICLF can help pay for\nHow the AICLF is funded and how it is administered across Atlantic Canada\nWhy the AICLF is a better choice for immigrants in Atlantic Canada than funding through a private institution on their own\n\nDuring and after the presentation\, you can also ask any questions you might have about AICLF. \nRegistration and attendance details: \n\nRegister for the event by filling in this form.\nThe registration deadline is 5 pm ADT March 28th \nYou will receive a link to the meeting before the event\n\nFor more information\, please contact:   Ken Partridge  |  kpartridge@isans.ca \nPlatform: Microsoft Teams \n\n\n\n\n \n\nKen Partridge | \nCoordinator Marketing & Outreach\, AICLF\n902-406-8858  |  kpartridge@isans.ca\n\n\n\nP: 902-423-3607\, F: 902-423-3154\, Toll Free in NS: 1-866-431-6472\n6960 Mumford Road\, Suite 2120\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada\, B3L 4P1\nWebsite  | Facebook  | Instagram  | LinkedIn\nISANS acknowledges that we are on unceded traditional Mi’kmaw territory. We are grateful for the Peace and Friendship treaties.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/atlantic-immigrant-career-loan-fund-online-information-session-7/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250331T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20250331T120000
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CREATED:20250213T200829Z
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SUMMARY:Employment Law: How to Not Get Tricked by Kyle and Chris
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, March 31\, 2025 \nTime: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm (Social to Follow) \nPlace: 3rd Floor\, Law Society Building\, 196-198 Water Street \nSeminar Overview:           \nJoin Chris King\, K.C. and Kyle Rees for an issue-spotting primer on common employment law missteps from both sides of the termination table. This session will cover issues for employer-side counsel\, like how to properly prepare a termination letter\, how to decide if conduct warrants termination for just cause\, and the types of conduct that may expose employers to “moral” damages. Lawyers representing employees will hear about how to quickly screen employment cold calls\, how to advise on mitigation efforts\, and what ‘add-ons’ can be claimed to get your client a little extra. This session is designed for lawyers practicing a little\, or a lot\, of employment law\, and will keep you current on the ever-changing legal landscape of wrongful dismissal. \nIn-person attendance is strongly encouraged where possible. Attendees are invited to stay after the seminar for an informal social and lunch\, featuring sandwiches from Manna Bakery\, and other refreshments. \nSeminar Presenters: \nChris King – Partner\, McInnes Cooper \nKyle Rees – Partner\, O’Dea Earle \nRegistration Fee:    \n$115.00 ($100.00 + HST) \nHST # R108086463 \n To register for this seminar\, please click the following link: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1-M0_ECfSIqI0eeusLrR-g
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/employment-law-how-to-not-get-tricked-by-kyle-and-chris-3/
LOCATION:3rd Floor\, Law Society Building\, 196-198 Water Street\, St. John’s\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development,Law Society
ORGANIZER;CN="Law Society of Newfoundland & Labrador":MAILTO:churley@lsnl.ca
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