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SUMMARY:Animal Law Express 2026
DESCRIPTION:No fooling. Animal law returns to CLEBC on April 1 with timely and practical updates across the field of animal law\, including criminal\, tort\, family\, human rights\, and much more! \nCan’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?\nWant online CPD available 24/7?\nSubscribe to Courses On Demand\, our comprehensive online resource with 4\,000+ videos and 6\,300+ 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 interested in animal law\, lawyers interested in developing a new practice\, litigators\, lawyers who practice family law\, human rights law or criminal law \nLearning level: All levels \nBack by popular demand\, CLEBC’s third biennial Animal Law course is one you will not want to miss. This exciting\, fast-paced\, highly regarded half-day course brings together renowned experts in the animal law world\, sharing timely updates and fresh insights on the rapidly evolving landscape of animal law—far beyond the usual dog-bite cases. \nIn this course\, you will: \n\nget up-to-date case law developments under the Criminal Code relating to crimes against animals\nlearn about regulatory offences\, animal cruelty\, and recent decisions shaping this area\nget the scoop on tort and other liability issues involving dogs deemed dangerous or aggressive\nreceive the latest guidance on “pet custody” and pet ownership disputes\nexplore key animal-related issues in housing\, strata\, and human rights law\ngain forward-looking insights on the future of animal law\n\nDo not miss out on this popular course. Secure your spot now\, or it may just come back to bite you! \nLaw Society of BC CPD Hours: 3.25 hours (this course will contain a minimum of .5 hours pertaining to professional responsibility and ethics\, client care and relations\, and/or practice management) \nCourse Chair\nV. Victoria Shroff\, KC — Shroff Animal Law (Shroff & Associates) and Adjunct Professor of Animal Law\, Peter A. Allard School of Law\, UBC\, Vancouver
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/animal-law-express-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260407T090000
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SUMMARY:Advanced Business Valuations for Lawyers 2026
DESCRIPTION:Take your understanding to the next level! \n\n\n\n\nCan’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?\nWant online CPD available 24/7?\nSubscribe to Courses On Demand\, our comprehensive online resource with 4\,000+ videos and 6\,300+ papers from CLEBC courses. This course will be added to Courses on Demand approximately 30 days from the original course date. \nWho should attend: While this seminar may be beneficial for professionals in various roles\, it particularly targets the following attendees: \n\nlawyers who have some experience with business valuations and who seek a deeper understanding of the more complex issues surrounding valuations\nlawyers involved in the purchase or sale of businesses\n\nLearning level: All levels \nBuilding on the concepts taught in Introduction to Business Valuations\, this course gives participants a more detailed insight into some of the more complex issues associated with business valuations. \nAt this course\, Chartered Business Valuators experienced in working with lawyers will teach you how to review business valuation reports and introduce advanced valuation concepts. \nAfter taking this program\, you will: \n\nbe more efficient at reviewing business valuation reports and understanding valuation techniques\nbetter understand industry-specific valuation approaches (e.g.\, medical doctors\, lawyers\, brokerages\, etc.)\ncomprehend the applicability and determination of discounts applied by the valuator in their report (e.g.\, minority discounts)\nunderstand valuation considerations that arise in family law\, shareholder disputes\, and commercial damaged cases\n\nPrerequisites \nIt is recommended that participants taking this advanced course on business valuations have the following prerequisite knowledge: \n\nIntroduction to Business Valuations\, and/or\nexperience working with business valuators and/or have reviewed business valuation reports\n\nLaw Society of BC CPD Hours: 2 hours (this course does not contain professional responsibility and ethics\, client care and relations\, and/or practice management) \nCourse Instructors\nPatti E. Daum\, CPA\, CA\, CBV — Daum Terpkosh Valuations LLP\, Vancouver\nLucas M. Terpkosh\, CPA\, CA\, CBV — Daum Terpkosh Valuations LLP\, Vancouver
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/advanced-business-valuations-for-lawyers-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Circle of Change Restorative Justice Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Family Law and Youth Justice Policy Section\, Youth Criminal Justice Division at Justice Canada is pleased to invite you to participate in the upcoming Webinar – Circle of Change Restorative Justice Program\, presented by Friends In Toronto (FIT) Community Service\, taking place virtually on April 8th. \nEvent: Online – Virtual – Zoom platform\nDate & Time: April 8\, 2026\, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (ET) \nDescription \nThe Circle of Change Restorative Justice (CCRJ) program is a culturally informed youth restorative justice initiative that uses healing circles to support the restoration and reintegration of Black and other racialized youth aged 12-17 involved in the youth criminal justice system. \nLearning objectives / Topics covered \n\nExpand understanding of the Circle of Change Restorative Justice Program\nExplore promising practices in youth intervention\nUnderstand the role of interdisciplinary collaboration\nExamine the system’s capacity to rehabilitate and reintegrate young offenders\n\nThis session will be delivered in English\, with interpretation available in French. \nRegistration is required. \nExternal to Justice –  Zoom Registration Link:  Zoom – Webinar – Circle of Change Restorative Justice Program \n\nInternal to Justice –  JusCampus Registration Link: JusCampus – Webinar – Circle of Change Restorative Justice Program – Friends In Toronto (FIT) Community Service (LEG00285) \nRegistration deadline: April 3\, 2026 \nThis event will be accredited for legal professionals. For questions related to accreditation\, please contact our team at: Accreditations@justice.gc.ca. \n 
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/circle-of-change-restorative-justice-program-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415
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SUMMARY:Dealing with Difficult People
DESCRIPTION:We all encounter people we find difficult\, and conversations with them often leave us feeling drained\, stressed\, or frustrated. This workshop explores what’s really happening beneath the surface of these interactions and provides practical strategies for shifting the dynamic toward more productive outcomes.  \nIn addition to exploring general patterns of difficult behaviour\, you will learn how to navigate bullying\, pathological forms of intimidation\, and chronic passive-aggressiveness or resistance.   \nAfter this workshop\, you will know how to recognize these patterns early\, manage your own responses\, and adapt your communication strategies to reduce conflict and foster healthier interactions. This is an opportunity to build your self-awareness and develop personalized approaches to effectively deal with a range of challenging behaviours.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nIdentify and interpret difficult behaviours\nExamine your personal dynamics with difficult people\nChoose how to navigate difficult interactions\nDevelop strategic responses based on specific behaviour types\nApply self-awareness to leverage influence\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, case studies\, small group discussions\, 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\nWhat Makes Someone “Difficult”?\nShift Judgement to Curiosity\nThe Cycle of Escalating Difficult Behaviour\nStrategies for Dealing with Common Bullying Behaviour\nStrategies for Dealing with Pathological Bullying Behaviour\nSkills for Dealing with Passive-Aggression and Resistance\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis workshop is for anyone who regularly deals with challenging people and wants practical strategies to respond more effectively. Ideal for professionals in leadership\, HR\, education\, healthcare\, or customer service\, it equips you to recognize difficult behaviour patterns\, manage your own responses\, and shift unproductive dynamics.  \nWhether you’re facing bullying\, passive-aggressiveness\, or ongoing resistance\, you will gain tools to stay grounded\, set healthy boundaries\, and focus on what you can influence.   \nIf you’ve ever left an interaction feeling frustrated or drained\, this training will help you approach those situations with greater clarity\, confidence\, and control.  \n\n\nTerms & Conditions\nView our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop. \nThe fees above are for a live event and do not include any copyright or licensing fees for creating recordings or reproductions of the workshop. Participants may not use AI tools or other technology to capture\, transcribe\, or replicate facilitator content without prior written consent. Exceptions may be granted for accessibility purposes—please contact us in advance to discuss accommodations. \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.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/dealing-with-difficult-people-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
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SUMMARY:Stress Management: Practical Skills for Workplace Wellness
DESCRIPTION:In many organizations it is common to find employees suffering from the adverse effects of stress. Left unmanaged\, stress can lead to unproductive patterns and result in loss of focus\, motivation\, and productivity. This workshop will help participants identify personal stress factors and introduce them to practical methods for successfully managing stress. Participants will have the opportunity to develop a personalized plan that enables them to function at their best in the work environment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nAnalyze and identify the various components of stress\nBecome aware of your own stress levels\nDevelop skills and an action plan to manage stress\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\nPhases of Stress\nStressors in the Workplace\nUnhealthy Reactions to Stress\nStress Test – Assessing Your Experience\nRed Flags – Your Cues to Pause\nImproving Positive Thinking\nHealthy Coping Strategies\nOrganizational Strategies to Support Stress Management\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an introductory-intermediate level workshop. \n\n\nTerms & Conditions\nView our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop. \nThe fees above are for a live event and do not include any copyright or licensing fees for creating recordings or reproductions of the workshop. Participants may not use AI tools or other technology to capture\, transcribe\, or replicate facilitator content without prior written consent. Exceptions may be granted for accessibility purposes—please contact us in advance to discuss accommodations. \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\nFacilitator: Kristen Klassen\nKristen is an accomplished professional with a diverse skill set that blends extensive academic credentials and practical experience in training and consulting. Holding Masters degrees in both Counselling Psychology and Disability Studies\, along with a Doctorate in Applied Health Sciences\, Kristen is well-versed in the intersections of mental health\, wellness\, and human development. Her work history spans small start-ups to large institutions and corporations. Kristen is passionate about helping people and businesses unlock their full potential through active engagement\, creative problem-solving\, and a commitment to ongoing development. She believes in the transformative power of play to maximize potential\, foster creativity\, and empower people and organizations to be their best.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/stress-management-practical-skills-for-workplace-wellness/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260428
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SUMMARY:Coaching Strategies for Leaders: Conflict\, Performance\, Change
DESCRIPTION:Effective leaders know that coaching is key to growth\, change\, and strong relationships. This workshop gives you practical skills to coach others in ways that drive both individual development and organizational success. \nYou’ll learn how to guide employees to uncover their own solutions and take ownership of what they need to move forward. Through hands-on practice\, you’ll learn a five-step coaching model that will help you support behaviour change and build your team’s skills with confidence. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nIncrease your self-awareness so you can coach your team more effectively\nExplain how people change and why personal ownership in the change process matters\nApply a simple coaching framework in leadership and change situations\nDemonstrate how to use a coach approach to influence change\nPractice and fine-tune coaching techniques with your team\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\nCoaching in the Context of Leadership\nEssential Coaching Mindset and Beliefs\nCoaching for Behaviour Change\nCoaching for Skill Development\nCoaching for Conflict Resolution\nNavigating Conflict Triangles\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an intermediate level workshop for people who provide leadership formally or informally in workplace settings. \n\n\nTerms & Conditions\nView our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop. \nThe fees above are for a live event and do not include any copyright or licensing fees for creating recordings or reproductions of the workshop. Participants may not use AI tools or other technology to capture\, transcribe\, or replicate facilitator content without prior written consent. Exceptions may be granted for accessibility purposes—please contact us in advance to discuss accommodations. \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\nFacilitator: Ken Harkness\nKen is a Certified Executive Coach\, consultant\, and senior leader with over 20 years of experience helping leaders and teams achieve meaningful change. He has a strong background in leadership development\, organizational change management\, and process improvement. As a Professional Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation\, Ken has supported leaders at all levels to improve performance and alignment across teams\, helping them figure out where they need to go and move past what is getting in the way. As a trainer and coach\, Ken enjoys connecting with people who have a passion for learning and a willingness to take on challenges that create personal growth.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/coaching-strategies-for-leaders-conflict-performance-change-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Polarizing Conversations: How to Talk About Triggering Topics
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn how to maintain relationships when discussing potentially triggering issues? Many people find themselves ill-prepared for these conversations and\, as a result\, avoid them or feel overwhelmed when they’re happening. This workshop equips you with skills for managing your own emotions and understanding the various dynamics of having polarizing discussions so you can confidently ensure they are productive and respectful. This is helpful for talking about things such as gender and equity\, race relations\, environmentalism\, the pandemic\, and remote work. No matter where you might have to discuss a polarizing issue\, this workshop teaches you to do so in a way that will leave everyone feeling heard and respected. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nExplain polarizing conversations and their many layers\nIdentify our natural emotional responses to challenging interactions\nUtilize listening and validation to reduce tension\nDemonstrate how to set up conversations for success and make people feel safe\nPractice skills to engage in conversations about polarizing topics\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, case study exercises\, experiential practice\, and 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\nUnderstanding the Dynamics of Polarizing Topics\nOur Natural Responses to Challenging Interactions\nPreparing for the Polarized Conversation\nDepersonalizing the Conversation\nFinding Common Ground\nUtilizing Empathy and Validation\nHow to Help People Feel Safe\nEngaging in a Respectful 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. \nThe fees above are for a live event and do not include any copyright or licensing fees for creating recordings or reproductions of the workshop. Participants may not use AI tools or other technology to capture\, transcribe\, or replicate facilitator content without prior written consent. Exceptions may be granted for accessibility purposes—please contact us in advance to discuss accommodations. \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\nFacilitator: 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/polarizing-conversations-how-to-talk-about-triggering-topics-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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