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SUMMARY:Women’s Health\, Hormones\, and Burnout: A Two-Part Lunch-and-Learn Series
DESCRIPTION:Join the Atlantic CBA Branches for a practical\, evidence-informed wellness series with Dr. Ashley Margeson\, ND\, exploring how hormonal transitions\, chronic stress\, and burnout intersect with realistic strategies to support capacity in demanding roles. \nEvent Details \n📅 Date/Time: Friday May 1\, 2026\, & Thursday June 11\, 2026 12:30pm-1:30pm \n📍 Location: Virtual \n💲 Fee: Free for members | $20 + HST for non-members (emt or chq) \nRegister HERE or email Robyn cba-nl@cba.org
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/womens-health-hormones-and-burnout-a-two-part-lunch-and-learn-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Bar Association NL":MAILTO:cba-nl@cba.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
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SUMMARY:Breaking Stigmas: Understanding and Supporting Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Mental health affects everyone. One in five people will experience a mental health challenge\, and chances are you know someone who’s struggling. That’s why it’s so important to know how to help. When you can spot the signs early and offer support\, you can make a real difference in someone’s well-being. \nIn this workshop\, you’ll learn what impacts mental health\, get a simple overview of common mental health conditions in adults\, and discover practical ways you can support others. You’ll also explore strategies to create more inclusive spaces and help break down the stigma around mental health. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nExplain the difference between mental illness and mental health\nList common mental illnesses\nDescribe symptoms of common mental illnesses\nApply practical strategies to support individuals experiencing mental illness\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, 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 Contributes to Poor Mental Health\nStigma and Myths About Mental Illness\nIllness as Influence\, Not Identity\nA Review of Mental Illnesses\nMental Health Concerns and Addictions\nMental Health Concerns and Suicide\nSigns That Someone May Be Struggling\nCreating a Supportive Environment\nFinding a Qualified Counsellor\nTips for Supporting Those That May Be Struggling\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an introductory-intermediate level workshop applicable to anyone wanting to learn more about mental health\, including 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: Jocelyne Lalonde\nJocelyne specializes in mental health\, wellness\, and resilience\, and brings 18 years of experience in both public and private spheres to these topics. Jocelyne is dedicated to helping individuals and teams navigate challenges related to mental health such as stress\, burnout\, and stigma. Jocelyne believes in the power of human connection as a foundational element for improving well-being in the workplace\, leading to healthier and more productive organizational cultures. As a facilitator\, Jocelyne’s approach emphasizes the importance of fostering inclusive\, communicative\, and supportive environments where employees can thrive mentally and emotionally. She integrates strengths-based strategies that empower individuals and teams to enhance their mental health and create lasting\, positive change. Jocelyne is passionate about making workplaces healthier and more compassionate\, helping people build a better work-life balance and\, ultimately\, a better world.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/breaking-stigmas-understanding-and-supporting-mental-health/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260507T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
CREATED:20260408T114738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T114738Z
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SUMMARY:CBA-NL Lunch and Learn - Sustaining Performance Under Pressure: Practical Tools for Legal Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Join the Canadian Bar Association-NL 7 May during Mental Health Week for a 90 minute session by Kevin Farrell\, Mental Health Master Trainer and Owner of Mental Bullpen. Kevin has decades of train the trainer experience\, most recently at HMP. \nLegal professionals operate in high-pressure environments where performance\, decision-making\, and leadership are constantly tested. This session focuses on understanding how stress impacts the brain and body\, and how it directly affects clarity\, judgment\, and consistency. \nParticipants will learn how to recognize early signs of overload\, apply in-the-moment strategies to stabilize performance\, and most importantly – how to recover between demands so stress isn’t carried forward into the next task. \nThis is a practical\, skills-based session designed to help legal professionals maintain performance\, improve decision-making\, and reduce the risk of burnout in high-demand environments. \nEvent Details \n📍 Location: 6th Floor Conference Room\, Atlantic Place or Virtual \n💲 Fee: Free for members | $50 + HST for non-members (emt or chq) \n🥗 Lunch provide for in person attendees \nRegister HERE or email Robyn cba-nl@cba.org.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/cba-nl-lunch-and-learn-sustaining-performance-under-pressure-practical-tools-for-legal-professionals/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260507T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
CREATED:20260206T133451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T133451Z
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SUMMARY:Contested Accountings in Trusts & Estates
DESCRIPTION:Learning Options:\nLive webinar with chat\nincludes 60 day replay*\n9:00 am – 10:30 am (Pacific)\n10:00 am – 11:30 am (Mountain)\n11:00 am – 12:30 pm (Central)\n12:00 pm – 1:30 pm (Eastern)\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm (Atlantic)\n1:30 pm – 3:00 pm (Newfoundland) \n*This program features real-time video of the presenter with synchronized presentation slides\, and a chat feature that allows for live Q & A. SK attendees please verify whether you align with Central (MB) or Mountain (AB) time based on season and location. \n\n\nTechnical Information:\nLive webinars allow you to view faculty\, see their presentation slides\, and ask questions by chat. You will need a current web browser (Chrome (Chrome works best)\, Safari\, Firefox)\, a wired (better than wireless) connection to the Internet of at least 2 Mbps. You can test your internet speed/bandwidth here. If you miss the live program\, you can access the archive\, at your convenience\, for 60 days. \n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis program will be useful to estate planners and litigators alike. \n\n\nAbout the Program\nContested accountings are one of the most powerful and dangerous tools in trust and estate litigation. Whether acting for fiduciaries or beneficiaries\, counsel must understand how courts scrutinize trustee and executor conduct\, allocate the burden of proof\, and impose remedies when accounts are challenged. This program with experienced estates litigator Kaan D. Alkin examines contested trust and estate accountings from a national\, principles-based perspective. You will learn when accountings are required\, how objections are framed\, and how courts assess compensation claims\, fiduciary conduct\, record-keeping\, delay\, and more. The session also explores evidentiary challenges\, available remedies\, and the cost consequences that often drive settlement. Designed for trust and estate litigators across Canada\, this program focuses on practical litigation strategy rather than provincial procedure. Topics include: \n\nTactical considerations for counsel\nEvidentiary pitfalls\nInteraction with related estate litigation\n\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to enhance your understanding of strategy\, risk\, and remedies in this important area. \n\n\nMeet Your Presenter\nKaan D. Alkin practices with Boughton Law in Vancouver\, BC. An estate litigation lawyer focused on complex disputes involving estates and trusts\, he is committed to helping clients navigate estate and elder law disputes with clarity and confidence. With a background in science\, Kaan brings a disciplined and analytical approach to litigation. Kaan has experience litigating a broad range of estate and trust disputes\, including wills variation claims\, contested spousal status\, undue influence and incapacity claims\, unjust enrichment\, breach of trust\, abuse of power of attorney\, contested gifts and inter vivos transfers\, will interpretation applications\, contested committeeships\, executor and trustee accountings\, compensation disputes\, and applications for the removal of executors or trustees. An active member of the legal community\, Kaan currently serves on the Executive of the Canadian Bar Association British Columbia\, Vancouver Wills and Trusts Subsection. \n\n\nSchedule (Eastern)\n12:00 pm – 1:30 pm \nWelcome and Opening Remarks \nLegal Framework for Estate & Trust Accountings \nInitiating and Contesting a Passing of Accounts \nGrounds of Contest \n\nExecutor/trustee compensation\nBreach of fiduciary duty\nRecord-keeping failures\nDelay in administration\nInvestment management issues\n\nBurden of Proof and Evidentiary Issues \nRemedies \nCosts Consequences \nProgram Wrap-up and Evaluation
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/contested-accountings-in-trusts-estates/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260512T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260512T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
CREATED:20260414T141912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T141912Z
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SUMMARY:Reading Financial Records and Understanding Them
DESCRIPTION:Join in for a one-hour CBA-NL Business Law Lunch and Learn on Reading Financial Records and Understanding Them. This session will be presented by Stuart Wallace of Stewart McKelvey and is designed to help lawyers feel more confident reviewing and understanding financial documents in a business context. \nWhether you are dealing with corporate transactions\, due diligence\, shareholder issues\, or general business matters\, financial records often tell an important part of the story. This session will walk through common financial statements\, what to look for\, what questions to ask\, and how to spot potential issues or areas that require further investigation. \nThis is a practical session aimed at business lawyers who want to strengthen their financial literacy and feel more comfortable navigating financial information in their day-to-day practice. \nEvent Details: \nDate/Time: Tuesday May 12th\, 2026\, 12:00pm-1:30pm \nLocation: 6th Floor Conference Room\, Atlantic Place or Virtual \nFee: Free for members | $50 + HST for non-members (emt or chq) \nLunch provided for in person attendees. \nRegister HERE or email Robyn at cba-nl@cba.org
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/reading-financial-records-and-understanding-them/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Bar Association NL":MAILTO:cba-nl@cba.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
CREATED:20260417T133353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T133738Z
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SUMMARY:Young Commonwealth Lawyers Association in partnership with the African Law Students’ Association Virtual Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join the upcoming YCLA Virtual Conference\, in Partnership with the African Law Students’ Association\, taking place on 13th and 14th May 2026. \nThe event is free to all irrespective of CLA Membership. \n📢 The Young Commonwealth Lawyers Association (YCLA) is proud to present its 3rd Virtual Conference\, hosted in partnership with the African Law Students’ Association surrounding the theme: “Comparative Legal Traditions and Modern Legal Practice”. \n📆 Join engaging discussions\, diverse viewpoints\, with each interactive session designed to encourage participation\, collaboration\, and the strengthening of the Commonwealth’s enduring bond of legal fraternity. \n✨ Whether you’re looking to expand your legal horizons\, share your voice\, or build international connections\, this conference is your opportunity to be part of a dynamic global legal community. \nView the event page here. \nView the poster here. \nRegister here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/young-commonwealth-lawyers-in-partnership-with-the-african-law-students-association-virtual-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
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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\, and small group discussions\, 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\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. \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: Janelle Jackiw\nJanelle has Master’s degrees in both Criminology and Educational Psychology. Her broad range of experience includes working in front line and leadership roles in both government and social service organizations. In addition to training with ACHIEVE\, she provides counselling in private practice\, works for the Ministry of Justice\, and is a sessional lecturer at the University of Regina. Janelle values workplaces and organizations that respect the importance of partnerships and innovation. She believes people’s passion for the work they do is developed by encouraging leadership at all levels. Janelle is an energetic presenter who enjoys delivering training workshops that are relevant and practical to individuals’ work and personal lives. Read blogs written by Janelle here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/trauma-informed-leadership-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260513T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260513T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
CREATED:20260414T142055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T142055Z
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SUMMARY:Access & Privacy Law: Trusted Innovation in the Age of Information
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, Michael Harvey\, Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia and former Information and Privacy Commissioner for Newfoundland and Labrador will elaborate on how the pace of changing technology touches every part of his office’s mandate. He will share his view that the online world is today integrated into every aspect of our lives and ask the question\, “How can new technologies work for us\, rather than us working for them?” Commissioner Harvey will also provide his perspective on trends he is seeing as a regulator and share some of his office’s recent work. \nWe will also be joined by current Information and Privacy Commissioner for Newfoundland and Labrador\, Kerry Hatfield\, who will provide a Newfoundland and Labrador perspective\, with a focus on access to information\, transparency\, and the practical realities of administering access and privacy legislation. Together\, this session will offer a well-rounded discussion on the current and future state of information governance in an increasingly digital world. \nThis session will be of interest to anyone working in privacy\, administrative law\, public sector practice\, or those navigating access to information and data management in their day-to-day work. \nEvent Details \n📅 Date/Time: Wednesday May 13\, 2026\, 1:30pm-2:30pm \n📍 Location: Virtual \n💲 Fee: Free for members | $50 + HST for non-members (emt or chq) \nRegister here or email Robyn at cba-nl@cba.org
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/access-privacy-law-trusted-innovation-in-the-age-of-information/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Bar Association NL":MAILTO:cba-nl@cba.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
CREATED:20260319T162656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T162656Z
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SUMMARY:Respectful Workplaces: Strategies for a Healthy Environment
DESCRIPTION:A respectful workplace is a prerequisite for building a healthy and successful organization. Respectful workplaces not only foster productivity\, they also contribute to employee well-being. This workshop explores the components of respect and addresses individual responsibilities within the work environment. Participants will learn how to voice their expectations as well as initiate and respond to difficult conversations about disrespectful behaviour. This training will help provide the attitudes and skills necessary to contribute to creating and sustaining a respectful work environment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nDefine respect and explain how it is experienced in the workplace\nList behaviours that are associated with discrimination\, harassment\, sexual harassment\, and gender harassment\nDescribe their role in creating a respectful workplace\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, case study review\, personal reflection\, delivered electronically \n\n*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials. \n\n\n\n\nSome of the Topics Included\n\nThe Cost of Disrespect – Human and Financial\nThe Legal Framework for Respect\nGrey Areas in Respect\nIdentifying Unhealthy Environments\nAssessing Your Workplace\nMarkers of Healthy Environments\nAssessing for Disrespect\nSteps to Deal with Disrespect\nYour Part in Maintaining Respect\nEmployee and Employer Responsibilities\nStrategies for Change\nRespectful Workplace Policies\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an introductory-intermediate level workshop applicable to both leaders and employees. \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: Laura Matlashewski\nLaura is a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) with a passion for creating engaging\, collaborative\, and rewarding workplaces. With 20 years of experience in the private and public sectors\, Laura knows an organization’s culture\, leadership\, and team environment are key elements to drive success within teams and across functions. Additionally\, she knows that business owners and leaders have the ability to create an environment to accomplish that success while driving high performance and results. Laura uses a genuine and transparent approach to ensure stakeholders buy-in and understand the intricacies and application of changes and how they impact a workforce.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/respectful-workplaces-strategies-for-a-healthy-environment-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260520T131500
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
CREATED:20260309T183810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T125644Z
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar - Rules\, Standards\, and Strategy: Using AI to Map the Evolution of Judicial Reasoning\, with Professor Norman Siebrasse
DESCRIPTION:Seminar Overview:           \nProfessor Norman Siebrasse – a name certainly familiar to any UNB Law graduate – will lead this seminar examining the judicial reasoning style of the Supreme Court of Canada. He led one of the first large-scale\, AI-assisted empirical studies of Supreme Court jurisprudence in Canada\, systematically mapping how the Court’s reasoning style has shifted over time\, with particular focus on the distinction between rules and standards – and why that distinction matters for practising lawyers. \nThe session will explore how judicial reasoning style affects predictability\, litigation risk\, evidentiary burdens\, and appellate strategy. Using a structured and validated rubric\, Professor Siebrasse and his team analyzed decades of Supreme Court decisions across subject areas\, identifying measurable trends in doctrinal reasoning over time. \nParticipants will gain insight into the project’s methodology\, including how AI can be deployed to analyze qualitative legal concepts and the strengths and limitations of that approach. The seminar will also consider how similar structured methodologies may be adapted by practitioners\, academics\, and regulators in their own contexts. \nLooking forward\, the session will address the future of empirical legal analysis in Canada and the responsible integration of AI into professional legal work. \nProfessor Siebrasse will also provide an overview of a separate AI drafting and editing tool he is developing – designed to assist lawyers in refining written work while preserving their individual voice. \nSeminar Presenter:  \nProfessor Norman Siebrasse\, University of New Brunswick\, Faculty of Law \nProfessor Siebrasse joined UNB Law in 1993\, after receiving an LLM from the University of Chicago and clerking at the Supreme Court of Canada for the Honourable Madam Justice McLachlin during the 1991-1992 term. His research and writing focuses on patent law\, particularly pharmaceutical patent law\, patent remedies and the intersection of intellectual property law and commercial law. \nTo register for this seminar\, please click here. \nCPD Credit: 1.25 hours
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/free-upcoming-professional-development-opportunity-rules-standards-and-strategy-using-ai-to-map-the-evolution-of-judicial-reasoning/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development,Law Society
ORGANIZER;CN="Law Society of Newfoundland & Labrador":MAILTO:churley@lsnl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260520T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260520T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
CREATED:20260414T142311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T142311Z
UID:28016-1779280200-1779283800@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Intellectual Property Law - Top Cases of 2025 Reviewed: PART 2
DESCRIPTION:Join the CBA-NL for Part 2 of their Intellectual Property series\, Top Cases of 2025 Reviewed\, with a deeper dive into trade secrets — a growing and often misunderstood area of IP law. This session will be led by Nick Whelan of Cox & Palmer\, who will walk us through key trade secret decisions from the past year and discuss what they mean for practitioners and clients. \nAs businesses place increasing value on confidential information\, proprietary processes\, and data\, trade secret law continues to evolve. This session will explore recent cases and practical considerations. \nThis is a great opportunity to learn more about a niche but increasingly important area of intellectual property law and to continue building on the discussions from Part 1 of this series. \nEvent Details \n📍 Location: Virtual \n💲 Fee: Free for members | $50 + HST for non-members (emt or chq) \nEmail Robyn cba-nl@cba.org to register.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/intellectual-property-law-top-cases-of-2025-reviewed-part-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Bar Association NL":MAILTO:cba-nl@cba.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
CREATED:20260205T160000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T160000Z
UID:27579-1779321600-1779407999@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Reconciliation in the Workplace: Meaningful Actions for Teams
DESCRIPTION:Reconciliation is often spoken about\, but what does it actually look like? This thought-provoking workshop invites you to move beyond surface-level actions to explore the heart of reconciliation in a meaningful\, actionable way. \nBy learning the historical context and understanding why reconciliation matters today\, you will gain practical insights for developing authentic relationships with Indigenous peoples and communities. This workshop encourages open dialogue\, self-reflection\, and connection – essential steps for anyone seeking to contribute to reconciliation in their workplace and beyond. \nWhether you’re just beginning or deepening your journey\, this workshop offers your team the tools and perspectives needed to help turn good intentions into meaningful action. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nDefine reconciliation\nIdentify historical oppression\nExplain the connection between colonization and its present-day impacts\nDescribe the influence of dominant discourses\nRecognize Indigenous cultural aspects and practices\nDemonstrate cultural competency and awareness\nImplement personal or organizational reconciliation plans\nDescribe the importance of reciprocal relationships\nIdentify components of meaningful reconciliation plans\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, experiential practice\, personal reflection\, small group discussions\, and reciprocal learning with a two-eyed seeing perspective. \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\nDefining Reconciliation\nUnpacking the History of Colonization\nThe Present-Day Impacts of Colonization\nBuilding Self-Awareness\nExpanding Cultural Competency\nThe Role of Relationships\nNavigating Your Reconciliation Journey\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis workshop is for leaders\, managers\, team members\, and anyone who is committed to reconciliation and creating a culture of inclusivity\, understanding\, and collaboration in their organization. \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: Heather Woodward\nHeather is a Registered Social Worker with over 25 years of experience supporting individuals and teams and working directly in demanding and stressful environments. Drawing on a Master of Social Work degree grounded in Indigenous Knowledge\, she brings a decolonizing and practical approach to leadership that emphasizes wholisitc wellness for all. Heather works to empower individuals\, leaders\, and teams to navigate stress\, build resilience\, and create cultures of honesty\, balance\, and trust. When she is not leading workshops with ACHIEVE\, Heather works one-on-one at her own private practice as a therapist\, supporting people who are experiencing burnout\, compassion fatigue\, and vicarious trauma from their high-stress\, high-demand careers. Heather is known for her straightforward\, relatable\, and compassionate style – cutting through complexity to help people see themselves clearly and lead with authenticity. She believes leadership begins with strong self-awareness\, and that personal insight is the foundation of sustainable performance and connection.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/reconciliation-in-the-workplace-meaningful-actions-for-teams/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Canadian Association of Law Libraries Annual Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Association of Law Libraries (CALL/ACBD) invites you to participate in its upcoming annual conference\, taking place in Moncton from 24-27 May 2026\, under the theme “Currents of Resilience”. \nThe full program is available on the conference website\, and early-bird registration rates remain in effect until April 17. It is also noted that bar members who attend substantive sessions may request Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits from their respective law societies. \nThe CALL/ACBD conference brings together approximately 200 legal information professionals\, academics\, and jurists from across Canada. The event provides an opportunity for participating societies to engage with developments in legal information practice and to highlight their ongoing commitment to professional excellence within the legal community. \nA range of participation options are available on a first-come\, first-served basis\, including:\n• The delegate registration kiosk• A keynote session• An educational or substantive session• And more \nFor more information\, please visit the event website here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/canadian-association-of-law-libraries-annual-conference-2026/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
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UID:27865-1779840000-1779926399@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Given that many of us spend about 60 percent of our time at work\, organizations can significantly influence our sense of psychological safety. When people feel afraid to make mistakes\, ask for help\, or share opinions and concerns\, it may mean the organization is not psychologically safe. The fear is that they will be judged\, reacted to harshly\, or even punished for speaking up. \nA psychologically safe workplace is one where people feel comfortable expressing themselves and have the confidence to bring issues or ideas forward to both employers and colleagues\, leading to a culture of learning\, innovation\, and collaboration. \nThis workshop explores the key characteristics of a psychologically healthy and safe workplace\, and the roles both employees and employers play in creating this environment. You will explore the 13 factors of psychological safety and practice strategies to enhance\, support\, and maintain psychological health in your organization. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nUnderstand the 13 factors of psychological health and safety that impact employee well-being in the workplace\nAssess the psychological health and safety factors from the perspective of your workplace environment\nIdentify strengths and areas for improvement in your own workplace\nDevelop ideas and strategies for integrating the factors of psychological health and safety into your workplace\, both as a manager and an employee\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, 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 13 Factors That Impact Psychological Safety\nBenefits of Promoting Psychological Safety\nHow Employees Can Support Psychological Safety\nHow Organizations Can Implement Psychologically Safe Practices\nAssessing Your Organization’s Psychological Safety\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an intermediate level workshop applicable to both managers and employees. \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: Jennifer Kelly\nJennifer is a facilitator and instructional designer with over 12 years’ experience designing and delivering in-class and online training workshops. She holds a Master of Arts in Applied Communication and a Bachelor of Post-Secondary Education. Jennifer has designed and facilitated courses in core areas such as workplace psychological safety\, interpersonal communication\, and conflict resolution. As a certified Positive Psychology Coach\, she has trained in the study of workplace wellness and personal well-being. Jennifer is passionate about creating psychological safety in the workplace and believes it is what truly leads to high-performing and motivated teams. She is an energetic and thoughtful presenter who is committed to providing learning experiences that are fun\, engaging\, and easily applicable. Read blogs written by Jennifer here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/psychological-health-and-safety-in-the-workplace-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T192905Z
UID:27168-1779926400-1780012799@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Management and Supervision: The Crucial Skills
DESCRIPTION:One of the most difficult and often overlooked aspects of moving into a supervisory or management position is developing the skills necessary to truly manage people. Without intentional training\, many new managers are left to figure things out on their own – for better or worse. Like all skills\, effective management and supervisory skills must be learned. This workshop presents the crucial skills for managing employment relationships from beginning to end\, with particular focus on hiring and performance management. Participants will also consider how their communication and personal approach to management affects the people they lead. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nTo appreciate the critical role of management and supervision in creating healthy workplaces\nTo understand their own management style and how that may affect those they supervise\nHow to hire and initiate the employment relationship to create the best chance of generating engagement\nHow to manage the employment relationship through performance management practices\nHow to initiate discipline in ways that are respectful and dignified for all parties\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, case study examples\, experiential practice\, personal reflection\, delivered electronically. \n\n\n\n\n\nSome of the Topics Included\n\nThe Role of Management\nEssential Management Aptitudes and Skills\nManagement Styles Assessment\nHow to Adapt Your Management Style\nHiring New Employees for Talent and Fit\nManaging Employee Performance\nWriting Objective Performance Evaluations\nStages of Progressive Discipline\nTerminating the Employment Relationship\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an introductory-intermediate level workshop for leaders\, managers and supervisors\, and anyone who is a leader within an organization. \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: Marc Charbonneau\nMarc is an entrepreneurial business consultant with over 20 years of leadership experience\, specializing in strategic planning\, business development\, and project management.  He is a graduate from the Royal Military College of Canada with a Bachelor of Computer Engineering.  Marc served in the Royal Canadian Navy as a Naval Combat Systems Engineering Officer.  Upon retirement from the RCN\, Marc transitioned to the private sector.  He has held progressive leadership positions at Lockheed Martin Canada\, Bluedrop Training and Simulation\, Ultra Electronics Maritime Systems\, Irving Shipbuilding and the Dallaire Institute for Children\, Peace and Security. Marc recognizes the importance of supporting and serving those we lead.  He believes people are our best assets\, and organizations thrive and succeed when our teams are engaged with an inspiring purpose\, are guided by values-based leadership\, and are supported with processes and tools to get the job done. Marc is an engaging presenter who likes to weave pertinent examples pulled from his personal and professional experiences\, and he encourages meaningful exchanges amongst participants to further reinforce the lesson at hand.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/management-and-supervision-the-crucial-skills-7/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260528T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260528T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201939
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T135231Z
UID:27447-1779975000-1779980400@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding The Estate Freeze
DESCRIPTION:Offered By\nD.E. Systems \nWho Should Attend\nLawyers practicing in the areas of estates law\, family law and tax law will be interested in this program. \n\n\nAbout the Program\nAre you familiar with estate freezes but looking for a clearer understanding of how they work in practice? In this beginner-level seminar\, noted trust and estate practitioner and CPA Jos Herman will outline the what\, when\, why and how of this important estate planning strategy – and why you should care. In basic terms and using simple fact scenarios\, Jos will outline how estate freezes are used\, when it’s appropriate to use an estate freeze\, the different forms an estate freeze can take\, and the challenges involved in planning and implementing an estate freeze. Finally\, Jos will share important considerations for once an estate freeze is in place. Along the way she’ll share personal experiences and insights for dealing with family conflicts. Topics include: \n\nUsing estate freezes for business succession planning and tax savings\nAvoiding common pitfalls\nOpportunities to drive more tax efficiency\n\nWhether you’re a general practitioner\, estate planner or family lawyer\, understanding this key wealth-transfer strategy will add value to your practice and enhance the advice you give to clients. Join us to learn how this powerful tool can help protect family wealth\, minimize taxes\, and plan for future generations. Don’t miss out! \n\n\nMeet Your Presenter\nJos Herman is the founder of Resources & Solutions\, a boutique consulting firm. She has spent over 25 years serving the tax\, business and estate planning needs of owner-manager clients\, professionals and their families. Jos provides private business and personal solutions focused on tax efficient investment and insurance strategies\, asset protection and wealth planning. Jos has a Bachelor of Commerce degree and earned her Chartered Accountant (CA) designation from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Alberta. Jos is a member of both the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) of Saskatchewan and Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia. She also has her Certified Financial Planners (CFP) designation and Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU). In addition\, she holds her Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) designation. Jos is a frequent speaker on topics related to wealth planning for individuals\, business owners and professionals. \n\n\nSchedule (Eastern)\n\nWelcome and Introduction\nWhat is an Estate Freeze?\nHow an Estate Freeze Works – Examples\nWhy Implement an Estate Freeze?\nWhen a Client Should and Should Not Implement an Estate Freeze\nHow to Implement an Estate Freeze – Examples\nAltering an Estate Freeze\nOther Considerations\nProgram Wrap-up and Evaluation\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nRegister
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/understanding-the-estate-freeze-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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