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SUMMARY:Managing the Unexpected
DESCRIPTION:When you work with people\, the unexpected is bound to happen. And as a team lead\, it’s your job to adapt\, make decisions under pressure\, and communicate these to your team.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop gives you practical tools and skills to address emotionally complex\, people-centred workplace challenges\, such as major illnesses\, sudden departures\, ethical breaches\, and other destabilizing disruptions. You’ll be challenged to address the unexpected using a trauma-informed lens\, so you can navigate these situations with compassion\, clarity\, and confidence. When you take a trauma-informed approach\, you better understand the human impacts of these types of events and can reduce their duration and impact. \nYou’ll leave this workshop knowing how to facilitate recovery\, reflection\, and renewal after a destabilizing event\, so you can create a culture of readiness and a more resilient team. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nUnderstanding the Impacts of Unexpected Events\nCultivating a Trauma-Informed Mindset\nAvoiding the Pitfalls of Ineffective Leadership\nEffective Communication and Decision-Making Under Pressure\nCultivating a Culture of Readiness\nAddressing Common Destabilizing Disruptions\nAddressing Common Destabilizing Disruptions Recovery\, Reflection\, and Renewal\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, case studies\, experiential practice\, personal reflection\, and small group discussions. \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 Impacts of Unexpected Events\nAvoiding the Pitfalls of Ineffective Leadership\nEffective Communication and Decision-Making Under Pressure\nCultivating a Culture of Readiness\nAddressing Common Destabilizing Disruptions\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis workshop is for leaders\, supervisors\, managers\, HR professionals\, or anyone who wants to learn key skills to guide their team through unexpected\, people-related disruptions in the workplace. \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: Mark Schinkel\n\n\n\n\n\nFor over 30 years\, Mark Schinkel has served in public education as a Teacher\, School Administrator\, Executive Superintendent of Human Resource Services\, and Senior Superintendent of Student Achievement and Well-Being with the Waterloo Region District School Board. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management\, as well as Bachelor of Education and Master of Religion degrees. Mark’s commitment to organizational excellence\, building highly effective teams\, and leadership development provides a wealth of practical experience in creating the conditions that allow employees to flourish in a safe\, inclusive\, healthy\, purposeful\, and productive work environment. He believes that effective leaders leverage and nurture the natural relationship between productivity\, organizational goals\, healthy work environments\, and individual well-being. As an experienced and considerate facilitator\, Mark places a high value on creating an engaging\, practical\, and fun learning experience that is focused on identified participant learning goals and outcomes. Read blogs written by Mark here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/managing-the-unexpected/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T131310Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Impact of Recent Divorce Act Amendments
DESCRIPTION:FMC Speaker Series \nTopic:\nDepartment of Justice Canada – Results from the 2025 National Family Law Survey \nPresenter:\nBianca Stumpf\nResearch and Statistics Division\, Department of Justice Canada \nSession Overview:\nThis session will present key findings from the Department of Justice Canada’s 2025 National Family Law Survey\, with a focus on how recent amendments to the Divorce Act are affecting family justice professionals across Canada. Participants will gain insight into the survey results\, develop greater awareness of Justice Canada research and publications\, and engage in discussion to interpret what these findings may mean for practice\, policy\, and future areas of exploration. \nTo register:  \nAll are welcome – register here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/understanding-the-impact-of-recent-divorce-act-amendments/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260128T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260108T141357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T141736Z
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SUMMARY:The Science of Sleep: Implications for Professional Judgment\, Performance\, and Well-Being
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Overview:           \nSleep is a foundational biological process that directly affects cognitive performance\, emotional regulation\, and decision-making. In high-responsibility professional settings\, chronic sleep deprivation can impair judgment\, increase error rates\, and reduce the ability to manage stress effectively. \nThis webinar provides an evidence-based overview of sleep science and its relevance to professional practice. Participants will be introduced to the sleep cycle and the physiological processes that occur during each stage of sleep\, followed by an examination of how insufficient or poor-quality sleep affects mood\, attention\, memory\, and overall well-being. The session also considers broader cultural and workplace factors that contribute to chronic sleep deprivation\, supported by case studies demonstrating the economic and organizational impacts of sleep loss. \nA focused segment examines the relationship between sleep and stress\, including how sleep deprivation alters the stress response and degrades cognitive performance under pressure. Key distinctions – such as sleepiness versus fatigue\, and sleep quality versus sleep quantity – are clarified. The seminar also addresses common sleep disruptors\, including caffeine\, alcohol\, melatonin\, and behavioural patterns such as revenge bedtime procrastination. \nThe session concludes with practical\, evidence-informed strategies to support better sleep\, including relaxation techniques\, cognitive and behavioural tools\, stimulus control\, and sleep hygiene practices. A moderated question-and-answer period will follow\, with questions addressed live or in post-session materials. \nSeminar Presenters: \nMarlee Boyle\, Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT); Certified in Clinical Sleep Health; BSc Biology \nMarlee has spent more than 10 years working as a Respiratory Therapist and transitioned to sleep therapy in 2014\, becoming one of only nine therapists in Canada certified in clinical sleep health. Her specialties include sleep disordered breathing (obstructive sleep apnea) and treating insomnia though Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Marlee’s goal is to change the culture of sleeplessness in the workforce\, to minimize accidents\, as well as promote individuals to take control of their health and wellness by making a sleep a priority in their lives. \nLeah Corkum\, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); Sleep Therapist; BA Psychology \nLeah has been working in the healthcare sector for 10 years as an LPN. Leah\, being a shift worker herself\, has led the development of shift worker education and strategy for Sleep Works with the goal of mitigating the effects of sleep deprivation. Leah is focused on preventative healthcare and education that supports positive sleep behaviour. Her goal is to improve the daily lives and futures of her clients through the benefits of healthy sleep. Leah completed the Family Sleep Institute Child Sleep Consultant Certification program and has been a Certified Child Sleep Consultant since 2019. \nRegistration Fee: $86.50 ($75.00 + HST) HST # R108086463 \nTo register for this seminar\, please click here. \nCPD Credit: 1 hour
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/the-science-of-sleep-implications-for-professional-judgment-performance-and-well-being/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development,Law Society,wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260128T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260128T170000
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Chaos: Practical Application of AI Governance
DESCRIPTION:Organizations adopting artificial intelligence (AI) face the challenge of balancing innovation with managing associated risks. While frameworks exist to guide decision making\, many struggle with implementing effective governance controls aligned to their risk tolerance. Join this special cross-Canada KnowledgeNet event that will explore the complexities of implementing AI governance. The panel of experts will share insights into the challenges\, best practices and practical approaches to help move forward with implementing an effective program. Following the panel session\, local chapters will host interactive discussions to explore new ideas for addressing AI risks. Key takeaways will be compiled into a practical handout giving participants actionable strategies to bring back to their organizations. \nThis is a special joint meeting with the Edmonton\, Waterloo\, Regina\, St. John / Newfoundland\, Toronto\, Montreal\, Victoria\, Ottawa and Vancouver KnowledgeNet Chapters. \nThank you to Deloitte for generously hosting and donating food and beverage for this meeting. \nOpening Remarks:  \nMichael Harvey\, Information and Privacy Commissioner\, Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia \nKerry Hatfield\, Information and Privacy Commissioner\, Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for Newfoundland and Labrador \nSpeakers:  \nBrent Arnold\, Founder and Principal\, Capstan Legal\nBianca de Teffé Erb\, Partner Data and AI Ethics\, Deloitte \nModerator: \nConstantine Karbaliotis\, AIGP\, CIPP/C\, CIPP/E\, CIPP/US\, CIPM\, CIPT\, FIP\, Counsel\, nNovation \nTime: \n15:00-17:00 NST \nLocation: \nDeloitte\nSuite 1000\n5 Springdale St.\nSt. John’s\, Newfoundland\nA1E 0E4 \nThank you to our local KnowledgeNet Volunteers: \nLori Collins\, Instructor\, College of the North Atlantic\nMeghan Keating\, Policy Analyst\, Government of Canada \nAdditional Information:  \n\nEligible for 2.0 CPE. Credits will be awarded two weeks after date of event.\nIf registration is closed or you have any questions\, please email knowledgenet@iapp.org.\nPlease note: by registering for this event\, your email address will be shared with Deloitte for building security purposes.\n\n\nFor more information or to register\, please click here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/beyond-the-chaos-practical-application-of-ai-governance/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20251120T200052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T200052Z
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SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution Skills
DESCRIPTION:Unhealthy and poorly managed conflict can have a negative impact on individuals and groups. People who master essential conflict resolution skills reduce the occurrence of negative conflict\, leading to healthier\, happier relationships and work environments. Many conflicts would not spiral out of control if people used conflict resolution techniques that are easy to learn and utilize. This workshop explores the various dynamics of conflict\, including its sources and how it often escalates in predictable patterns. Participants will learn skills for responding confidently and effectively to conflict. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nUnderstand common roots of conflict and how it escalates so that they can address it at the appropriate level and time\nUse practice models for addressing conflict rooted in misunderstandings\, disagreements\, and different personal styles\nEffectively utilize the four-part framework for conducting positive conflict resolution 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\nHow Conflict Escalates\nDealing with Misunderstandings\nThe Intention Check Tool\nStrategies for Dealing with Disagreements\nThe Interest Check: Moving from Positions to Interest\nConflict Resolution Style Preferences\nThe Style Check Tool\nKey Skills for Conflict Resolution\nTrigger Phrases to Avoid\nStrategies for Staying Calm in Conflict\nThe Four-Part Conflict Resolution Process\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. \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: Alana Abramson\nAlana is an experienced leader and has extensive mediation and group facilitation experience in justice\, community and school settings. She holds a PhD in Criminology on the topic of transformational learning. As a former Executive Director for a non-profit organization\, Alana’s experience in mentoring and leadership has provided her with a unique skill set that combines academic understanding with practical knowledge. In addition to training with ACHIEVE\, she is a full-time faculty member in criminology at Kwantlen Polytechnic University\, where she continues to inspire and be inspired by students and diverse colleagues. Alana believes in collaborative dialogue and life-long learning as a source of personal and social transformation. She is an engaging presenter who is passionate about her work\, which allows her to easily facilitate ongoing learning for workshop participants.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/conflict-resolution-skills-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20251113T143815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T143850Z
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SUMMARY:AI in Regulation 2026 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the AI in Regulation 2026 Conference. This national gathering brings together regulators\, policymakers\, and government leaders from Canada and abroad to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping regulation. Building on the success of the 2025 inaugural event\, the 2026 program shifts from early exploration to practical action in adoption\, implementation\, and oversight. This year’s expanded agenda reflects the critical importance of governance training\, equipping board members and senior leaders with the strategic insight\, frameworks\, and tools required to help their organizations address AI challenges and opportunities with confidence. Over two days\, delegates will gain the knowledge\, connections\, and resources needed to respond decisively to disruption and protect the public interest. \nDay 1: An exclusive training session for Councils and Boards\, led by MDR Strategy Group and The Regulator’s Practice. \nDay 2: National Conference \nFor more information please click here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/ai-in-regulation-2026/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260204T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260112T185005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T185005Z
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SUMMARY:CBA-NL French Speaking Lawyers Family Law Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join the CBA-NL on February 4\, 2026\, for a family law discussion session. \nThe goal of this session is to practice the language in relation to topics including child-support\, spousal-support\, custody/parenting\, and division of property. \nAfter a brief introduction individuals will be paired up for a mock client and lawyer interview\, this will be followed by a group discussion to resolve any questions that might have emerged. \nThis session will also include discussions about available language resources and 1 hour of PD. \nEvent Details: \n📍 Bivver Restaurant inside The Sheraton Hotel \nFREE to attend \nRegister Here by February 2nd or email Robyn for more info at cba-nl@cba.org
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/cba-nl-french-speaking-lawyers-family-law-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260205T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260205T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260112T185727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T185727Z
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SUMMARY:AI in Legal Practice: Tools\, Trends\, and Time-Saving Strategies by the CBA-NL
DESCRIPTION:This lunch and learn will explore the evolving role of artificial intelligence in legal practice\, offering practical insights for lawyers on how AI tools can enhance efficiency and decision-making. Participants will see live demonstrations from leading AI platforms\, including Spellbook\, SiftMed\, and Hadamard\, and hear real-world perspectives on how these technologies are being used in legal work. \nThe session will also feature discussions on professional responsibility\, ethical considerations\, and emerging trends in Canadian legal AI\, providing a forward-looking view of where the next three years may take the profession. Attendees will earn 4 hours of PD. \nEvent Details: \n📍Indigo Room Alt Hotel \nFREE to CBA Members\, $75 +HST for non members \nAttendees will receive lunch with registration. \nRegister here by February 2nd or email Robyn at cba-nl@cba.org.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/ai-in-legal-practice-tools-trends-and-time-saving-strategies-by-the-cba-nl/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260128T191639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T191639Z
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SUMMARY:Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund Information Session
DESCRIPTION:On February 9th\, join Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) for a one-hour webinar at 2:00 p.m. AST 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. \nRegistration and attendance details: \n\nRegister for the event by filling in this form.\nThe registration deadline is 5 pm AST February 6th.\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
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/atlantic-immigrant-career-loan-fund-information-session-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20250919T141935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T141935Z
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SUMMARY:Personality Differences in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Personality differences often lead to miscommunication and conflict\, which affect both our personal efficiency and team health. Utilizing the ACHIEVE Work Styles Assessment\, participants will learn to better understand personality styles that are different from their own. Greater awareness of personality differences leads to improved personal effectiveness and group productivity. Participants will learn strategies for communicating more effectively based on their own personality strengths and the personality-based preferences of others. \n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nDescribe the four work styles\nList behaviors associated with the four work styles\nIdentify blind spots of each of the four work styles\nPractice interacting with the four work styles\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\n\n\nSome of the Topics Included\n\nUnderstanding the Four Work Styles\nBreaking the Cycle of Unhealthy Dynamics\nAdapting Your Style\nAssessing Other Styles\nPotential Blind Spots\nStrong Teams and Healthy Work Environments\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. \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: Lateef Habib\n\n\n\n\n\nLateef is an experienced leader who has held various leadership positions in educational and clinical settings. He is a Registered Clinical Social Worker and an Approved Clinical Supervisor with the Alberta College of Social Workers. Lateef also serves as an Assistant Professor and Faculty Field Instructor with the Faculty of Social Work at the University of Calgary and is an Honorary Clinical Instructor at Walden University. As a leader\, Lateef focuses on inspiring the teams he leads to uphold a high standard of integrity. He works to create an environment where colleagues feel respected and comfortable to express their thoughts\, ask questions\, and share experiences without fear of judgement. Lateef believes that facilitating crucial conversations in a non-threatening manner is key to ensuring that individuals feel heard\, understood\, and supported. He draws on his leadership experience and passion for his work to provide energetic\, insightful\, and interactive presentations.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/personality-differences-in-the-workplace-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260213
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260129T125838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T125838Z
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SUMMARY:CBA-NL Road Trip: Welcome to Members of the Law Society
DESCRIPTION:🚗 CBA-NL Road Trip! \nThe CBA-NL is hitting the road and inviting members of the Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador as well as CBA-NL members to join them for a series of meetups as to connect with colleagues across the region. These events are free to attend and all about conversation and connection. \nJoin for one stop or all three: \n📍 Stop 1\n📅 Wednesday\, February 11\, 2026\n🕧 12:30–1:30 PM\n📌 Cormack Room\, The Clarenville Inn \n📍 Stop 2\n📅 Wednesday\, February 11\, 2026\n🕧 5:30–7:30 PM\n📌 The Terrace Pub & Patio \n📍 Stop 3\n📅 Thursday\, February 12\, 2026\n🕧 6:00-8:00 PM\n📌 Bishops Tavern\, Marble Mountain Ski Resort \n✅ Free to attend for CBA-NL members and all members of the Bar. \nRSVP by emailing Robyn at cba-nl@cba.org
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/cba-nl-road-trip-welcome-to-members-of-the-law-society/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Bar Association NL":MAILTO:cba-nl@cba.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260112T183358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T183759Z
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SUMMARY:Upcoming Learning Opportunity with CBA-NL West Coast on Written and Oral Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Join the CBA-NL for a full-day\, in-person learning opportunity\, focused on strengthening your written and oral advocacy skills\, set against the stunning backdrop of Marble Mountain Ski Resort. \nThis practical program will explore advocacy across multiple forums – from administrative tribunals and negotiations to trial\, appellate practice\, and judicial perspectives. Participants will gain valuable insights into persuasive strategy\, effective communication\, and sharpening courtroom and written advocacy techniques. \nThe day includes a keynote address from highly renowned criminal law lawyer Julianna Greenspan (Greenspan Partners LLP)\, along with 6 HOURS of professional development\, networking opportunities\, and meals included with registration. \nEvent Details \n📅 Friday\, February 13\, 2026 \n🕧 8:30am–5:00 PM \n📍 Bishop Tavern\, Marble Mountain Ski Resort \n🎯 Limited spaces available \n$199 + Tax for members\, $299+ Tax for non members. \nRegister here by February 2nd or email Robyn at CBA-NL@CBA.ORG for more info.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/upcoming-learning-opportunity-with-cba-nl-west-coast-on-written-and-oral-advocacy/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260217T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260217T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260112T190105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T190105Z
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SUMMARY:CBA-NL Tax Section Lunch and Learn: Duking it out with the CRA
DESCRIPTION:This lunch and learn will provide a practical overview of the key considerations when a taxpayer finds themselves in dispute with the Canada Revenue Agency. Attendees will receive 1 hour of PD. \nTopics will include limitation periods\, managing and responding to audits\, preserving appeal rights\, and the procedural and substantive aspects of filing objections and pursuing appeals to the Tax Court of Canada. The discussion will also address the CRA’s Voluntary Disclosures Program and taxpayer relief provisions\, highlighting when and how these tools may be effectively used to mitigate penalties\, interest\, and enforcement risk. \nDesigned as a practical\, issue-spotting session\, this program will equip lawyers with a clearer understanding of how to advocate for taxpayers and navigate disputes with the CRA in a strategic and informed manner. \nEvent Details: \n📍6th Floor Conference Room\, Atlantic Place or Teams \nFREE to CBA Members\, $50 +HST for non members \nAttendees will receive lunch with registration. \nRegister here by February 15th or email Robyn at cba-nl@cba.org.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/cba-nl-tax-section-lunch-and-learn-duking-it-out-with-the-cra/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260217T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260217T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260203T173651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T173651Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating Potential Risks for Children in the Online Gaming Environment
DESCRIPTION:Public Safety Canada is pleased to invite you to a webinar to build awareness and share knowledge with criminal justice professionals\, civil society organizations\, and other relevant multidisciplinary stakeholders on how to prevent harms to children online and fostering positive behaviours in online gaming environments. \nThis session will be hosted on Zoom. To register\, please click HERE. You will then receive a confirmation email with login details. \nParticipants will be able to ask questions during the event. Please be advised that this event will not be recorded. \nFor any questions about the event\, email our team at onlinecseeseenligne@ps-sp.gc.ca. \nFor questions/concerns pertaining to the Zoom platform\, please communicate with c.culhane@lansdowne.com.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/navigating-potential-risks-for-children-in-the-online-gaming-environment/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
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SUMMARY:2026 PLEAC Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 PLEAC Conference will take place in Ottawa\, Ontario\, on February 18 and 19\, 2026\, at the Westin Ottawa\, with an additional day for providers of public legal education and information on February 20 at the University of Ottawa\, Learning Crossroads. \nRegister Here! \nHere’s what you need to know: \n\nThe deadline to register is Tuesday\, February 10.\nConference details will continue to be updated on the PLEAC 2026 Conference website. The registration form\, FAQ\, agenda\, and speakers can all be found there. Some details are still being finalized and will be posted on an ongoing basis\, so we strongly recommend checking back regularly for updates.\nThe registration fee for the two-day conference (February 18 and 19) hosted at the Westin\, Ottawa\, is $100/per person. The registration fee for the three-day conference\, including the additional day for PLEI providers (February 18\, 19\, and 20)\, hosted at the University of Ottawa\, is $125/per person. \nRegistration is first-come\, first-served. We’re happy to welcome multiple representatives from your organization\, but please note that space is limited\, especially for the third additional day at UOttawa.\nThe keynote address will be presented by Shauna Van Praagh\, professor at McGill University Faculty of Law and President of the Law Commission of Canada.\nPlenary topics this year will focus on the following conference themes:\n\nthe role of public legal educators in building understanding of the rule of law\nusing evolving technologies effectively\napplying data in practical ways to inform and improve public legal education\nstrategies for connecting with rural\, remote\, and Indigenous communities\nsupporting the critical justice-related work of non-lawyer community workers across Canada\n\n\nWorkshops will mirror these conference themes.\nSpotlight sessions\, a new addition to this year’s conference\, are short 20-minute sessions featuring a specific PLEI project or initiative.\n\nDue to popular demand\, several live-streaming conference sessions will be available for those who are unable to join in person. \nLive streaming on Zoom will be available for select sessions on Wednesday\, February 18 and Thursday\, February 19 only. Workshops\, spotlights\, and all sessions on Friday\, February 20\, at the University of Ottawa will not be live-streamed. \nPlease see the live-streamed sessions below with registration links: \nWednesday\, February 18 \n\n9:15 AM – 11:20 AM EST | Keynote Address: Public Legal Education and Law Reform: Rule of Law in action | Plenary: The role of public legal educators in building an understanding of the Rule of Law\n\nSpeakers:\n\nShauna Van Praagh\, Law Commission of Canada (LCC)\nSabreena Delhon\, The Samara Centre for Democracy\nNat Paul\, Canadian Civil Liberties Association (CCLA)\nShalini Konanur\, South Asian Legal Clinic of Ontario (SALCO)\nModerator: David Wiseman\, University of Ottawa Faculty of Law\n\n\n📌 Click here to register!\n\n\n\n\n3:30 PM – 4:30 PM EST | Plenary: Strategies for connecting with rural and remote\, and Indigenous communities\n\nSpeakers:\n\nValerie Falls Down\, Montana Legal Services (MLSA)\nDoreen Stone\, Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services (NALSC)\nPaula Michelin\, Public Legal Information Association of Newfoundland and Labrador (PLIAN)\nModerator: Kevin O’Shea\, Public Legal Information Association of Newfoundland and Labrador (PLIAN)\n\n\n📌 Click here to register!\n\n\n\nThursday\, February 19 \n\n9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EST | Plenary: What we can learn from community justice worker programs in the U.S.\n\nSpeakers:\n\nAntonio Coronado\, Innovation for Justice (i4J)\nHayley Cousin\, Community Justice Advocates of Utah (CJAU)\nSarah Carver\, Alaska Legal Services Corporation – Community Justice Worker Resource Center (CJWRC)\nModerator: Julie Mathews\, Public Legal Education Association of Canada (PLEAC)\n\n\n📌 Click here to register!\n\n\n\n\n3:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST | Plenary: Recent developments in online legal information\n\nSpeakers:\n\nNora Bergh\, Justice Education Society (JES BC)\nJohn Mayer\, Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI)\nSarah Mauet\, Innovation for Justice (i4J)\nModerator: Jessica Reekie\, Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO)\n\n\n📌 Click here to register!\n\n\n\nOnce you register\, you’ll receive the session details along with the Zoom link to join. \nNote\, questions and comments from virtual participants may be limited\, as priority will be given to in-person attendees. \nFeel free to share this with anyone who is interested but can’t make it to Ottawa in person next week!\n\nThe livestream registration links will also be available on our conference website here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/2026-pleac-conference/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20251113T141548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T141548Z
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SUMMARY:De-escalating Potentially Violent Situations
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is provided in partnership with our partner organization\, Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute (CTRI). Workshop details may be sent to you via email from CTRI.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you work with people\, it’s crucial to know how to defuse dangerous situations before they become violent. This workshop will equip you with a trauma-informed approach to de-escalate situations with confidence\, interpersonal communication skills\, and empathy. \nYou will explore the dynamics of how our brains manage escalating emotions\, identify enablers of violence\, and learn regulation skills so you can confidently navigate tense situations. By the end of this training\, you will have a clear understanding of how to assess the potential for violence and respond with a diverse set of interpersonal tools and strategies. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nExplore the importance of using a trauma-informed approach in the de-escalation process\nIdentify common trauma responses and your role in escalation\nUnderstand the importance of emotion regulation in successful de-escalation\nImplement a practical de-escalation framework\nReview and practice de-escalation strategies\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, case study exercises\, experiential practice\, personal reflection\, and small group discussions. \n\n\n\n\n\nSome of the Topics Included\n\nA Trauma-Informed Approach\nPutting Trauma Responses in Context\nEmotion Regulation and the Triune Brain\nThe Impacts of Emotionally Heightened Situations\nCo-Regulation\nOverview of Violence\nBehaviours of Concern and Enablers of Violence\nRating Your Workplace Risk Levels\nThe De-escalation Process: Awareness\, Connection\, Problem-Solving\, Closing\nPromoting Strategies for Whole-Brain Integration\nWhen and How to Disengage\nPractice Scenarios\nSpecial Considerations for Unique Situations\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an introductory-intermediate level workshop for anyone who wants to learn trauma-informed interpersonal strategies to de-escalate emotionally heightened situations and prevent violence. \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: Leita McInnis\nLeita (she/her) is an organizer\, advocate\, and therapist who supports people impacted by violence\, policing\, and the criminal (in)justice systems. Drawing on anti-oppressive\, transformative\, relational\, and trauma-informed approaches in her practice\, she works to support individuals as they unpack the impacts of systemic oppression and journey towards healing\, wholeness\, and reclamation. Prioritizing community-led initiatives\, group work\, and radical community building\, Leita is committed to decolonization\, resistance\, and the de-professionalization of therapy. Her practice focuses on the complexities of violence\, dismantling the perpetrator/survivor binary\, accountability\, repair\, and transformation. She has a profound belief that no one is disposable and comes to this work with a commitment to radical compassion\, curiosity\, and humility. As a trainer\, Leita invites participants to reflect on their own experiences\, co-creating a learning space where everyone feels comfortable to share their successes. She also provides opportunities to reflect on more difficult experiences\, ask questions\, and learn practical\, relational approaches to supporting others.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/de-escalating-potentially-violent-situations-7/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260218T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260121T140514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T140514Z
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SUMMARY:Affidavit Secrets 2026
DESCRIPTION:Uncommon knowledge about effectively managing the most common form of evidence! \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: Junior and intermediate litigators\, paralegals\, and legal support staff; solicitors who prepare affidavits will also find this program valuable \nLearning level: Fundamental/Intermediate \nAffidavits are the most important and common form of evidence that a litigator will ever encounter or use. In this intensive half-day program\, expert litigators will take registrants through how not to draft an affidavit; how to dissect an affidavit from the other side; how to tell your client’s story as governed by law\, practice\, ethics\, and the rules of evidence; and how to avoid common mistakes. \nWhile one often learns best by making mistakes\, here you can avoid embarrassment and potentially an award of costs. Let experienced counsel and an experienced Justice of the Supreme Court of BC take you through prime examples of improper affidavits\, teaching you\, in the process\, exactly what not to do. \nDo not miss this unique opportunity to learn how to master this essential skill set under the guidance of experienced counsel and Members of the Supreme Court of BC. \nLearning Objectives \n\nlearn the essentials of good affidavit drafting\nlearn to avoid common and not-so-common pitfalls found in affidavit drafting\nlearn about best practices for handling affidavit evidence\ntest your knowledge of affidavit practice with problems taken from the real world\nlearn about ethics and professionalism and their relation to affidavit evidence\n\nLaw Society of BC CPD Hours: 3 hours (this course will contain a minimum of .5 hours pertaining to professional responsibility and ethics\, client care and relations\, and/or practice management) \n\nRegister here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/affidavit-secrets-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260205T160250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T160250Z
UID:27581-1771419600-1771423200@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:The Right NOT to Remain Silent
DESCRIPTION:Join Mental Health Research Canada in their upcoming webinar\, The Right NOT to Remain Silent. \nThis free\, live session focuses on mental health in the legal profession and law-adjacent fields. It is an area where high expectations\, heavy workloads\, and professional culture often make it difficult to speak openly about stress\, burnout\, or personal challenges. \nModerated by MHRC CEO Akela Peoples\, the conversation brings together: \n\nBeth Beattie\, Lawyer\, Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General\nMichael Herman\, Lawyer and Partner\, Gowling WLG\nDoron Gold\, Psychotherapist and Wellness Educator\n\nBeth and Michael will share their lived experiences navigating mental health challenges in legal workplaces\, alongside a broader discussion about how these issues show up across the profession. With both professional insight and personal reflection\, the panel will explore what silence costs and what meaningful support can look like in high-pressure environments. \nThis is not a conversation about weakness. It is about culture\, responsibility\, and the real experiences of people working in demanding roles. \nWe would love for your organization to join us\, and we would be grateful if you might also share this opportunity with members or colleagues who may find it valuable. The session includes live Q&A\, and participants are welcome to submit questions in advance. \nIf you are interested\, registration is open*\, and attendees will receive the access link ahead of the event. \nThank you for all the work you do to support the legal community. I hope you will consider joining us for this important conversation. \n* If you’re having trouble with the link above\, you can find the registration page here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/the-right-not-to-remain-silent/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260223T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260210T165327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T165327Z
UID:27603-1771839000-1771848000@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Benchers' Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please note that the next Benchers’ meeting will take place on 23 February 2026\, at 9:30 am. Anyone wishing to attend a Benchers’ meeting: \n\nis required to provide notice of attendance to the Law Society by emailing erowe@lsnl.ca;\nwill not be permitted to use audio or video recording devices or communication devices during the meeting;\nshall not speak\, unless invited to do so by the President;\nmust observe and obey all rulings of the President; and\nshall leave if the meeting is declared closed to the public or if asked to do so by the President.\n\nAt this time\, attendance shall be via Zoom. An invite will be provided upon receipt of an attendance notice. Agendas will be posted on the Law Society website in advance of each meeting\, and the Minutes for the Public portion of each meeting will also be posted on the website. \nPlease RSVP by noon on 19 February 2026 to Erin Rowe at erowe@lsnl.ca if you plan to attend the Benchers’ Meeting.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/benchers-meeting-24/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260223T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260210T195219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T195219Z
UID:27612-1771869600-1771873200@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund Information Session
DESCRIPTION:On February 23rd\, join us for a one-hour webinar at 6:00 p.m. AST 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\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 AST February 20th.\nYou will receive a link to the meeting before the event.\n\nFor more information\, please contact:   Ken Partridge  |  kpartridge@isans.ca \nMonday\, February 23 \n6:00 – 7:00 pm AST
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/atlantic-immigrant-career-loan-fund-information-session-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260225T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260225T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260210T170400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T170400Z
UID:27608-1772031600-1772037000@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Canada’s Black Justice Strategy – Onward to Implementation
DESCRIPTION:The CRRF is excited to invite you to attend an upcoming virtual webinar\, Canada’s Black Justice Strategy – Onward to Implementation. This webinar is part of our National Town Hall Series\, Finding Common Ground\, with the Globe and Mail. \nThis free event will be held on Wednesday\, February 25th\, from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM EST (10:30 AM – 12:00 PM PST | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM MST | 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM AST). \nAbout the webinar:  \nIn 2025\, the federal government announced a 10-year plan to implement recommendations in the Black Justice Strategy. Aimed at reducing systemic racism and the over-representation of Black communities in the justice system\, the strategy includes 114 recommendations covering areas such as policing\, courts\, corrections and social supports. \nThis webcast will bring community and government leaders together to discuss how and when the recommendations will be implemented\, along with strategies to support effective communication\, engagement\, and accountability. \nFor the full list of speakers\, please refer to the registration page linked below.  \nPlease register for the event and share forward with your networks. \nEvent Registration:  \nEN: https://globeandmailevents.com/findingcommongroundpart5 \nFR:  https://globeandmailevents.com/findingcommongroundpart5fr
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/canadas-black-justice-strategy-onward-to-implementation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260303T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260303T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260129T193133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T193133Z
UID:27534-1772528400-1772541000@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:The Art of Interviewing 2026
DESCRIPTION:Master the nuanced skills of legal interviewing across client\, witness\, and mediation contexts\n \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: Litigators\, mediators\, paralegals—all legal professionals who conduct interviews as part of their practice \nLearning level: Fundamental/Intermediate \nStrong interviewing skills are fundamental to effective legal practice—whether you’re preparing a client\, gathering facts from a witness\, or navigating a sensitive mediation. But interviewing is also an art: it requires not only strategic thinking but emotional intelligence\, cultural awareness\, and a keen understanding of human behaviour. \nThis half-day program brings together seasoned professionals from diverse practice areas to explore the subtle and often overlooked dimensions of interviewing in legal work. From trauma-informed client intake to navigating language barriers\, to managing reluctant witnesses and conducting unstructured mediation interviews—this course offers tools to help you build trust\, uncover key information\, and strengthen your practice. \nRegister here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/the-art-of-interviewing-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260304T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260106T184727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T184727Z
UID:27327-1772614800-1772622000@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Business Valuations for Lawyers 2026
DESCRIPTION:Navigate business valuation reports with confidence! \nvia webinar only \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: All lawyers whose practice includes reviewing and using business valuation reports \nLearning level: All levels \nBeing able to understand business valuation reports is a critical skill to have in order to give effective advice to your clients. \nAt this introductory course\, Chartered Business Valuators experienced in working with lawyers will teach you basic valuation concepts and how to review business valuation reports. By registering for this course\, you will increase your confidence in your ability to review business valuation reports and explain the reports to your clients. \nAfter taking this course\, you will be able to: \n\nunderstand the requirements to obtain and retain the Chartered Business Valuator (“CBV”) designation from the CBV Institute\nrecognize the different types of valuation reports that can be prepared by CBVs and the reliance that can be placed on each\nrecognize the reasons for performing a business valuation\nbetter understand how a company’s financial statements are used when preparing a business valuation\ncomprehend the basic valuation approaches\n\nFollow this course up with Advanced Business Valuations for Lawyers on Tuesday\, April 7\, 2026. \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/introduction-to-business-valuations-for-lawyers-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260305T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260305T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260206T132640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T132640Z
UID:27583-1772717400-1772722800@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Jointing Assets to Avoid Probate: Risks and Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Live 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\nAttend this program if your practice includes estate planning\, administration or litigation. \n\n\nAbout the Program\nJointing assets is a common estate planning strategy to try to avoid probate and simplify estate administration. In practice\, however\, joint ownership often creates confusion\, unexpected tax consequences\, and\, in many cases\, estate litigation. This program takes a practical look at when jointing assets works\, when it doesn’t\, and how you can reduce the risk of future disputes. Experienced estates practitioner Lynne Butler focuses on joint bank accounts\, investment accounts\, and jointly held real property. You will learn how to: assess when joint ownership is appropriate\, identify red flags relating to intention\, capacity\, and family dynamics\, and document joint ownership properly to reduce the likelihood of disputes after death. By the end of the webinar\, you will better understand: \n\nCommon myths about joint ownership\nHow joint assets can lead to estate litigation\nSteps you can take to reduce litigation risk\n\nThis program is designed for estate planners and estate litigators alike\, with a focus on preventing disputes. \n\n\nMeet Your Presenter\nLynne Butler is a lawyer\, mediator\, and writer. She graduated from UBC Law School and was called to the Bar in Alberta in 1986. After more than 20 years\, thousands of wills drawn and hundreds of estates probated\, Lynne joined the estates department of a leading trust company for a further seven years. She now practises law in her home province of Newfoundland and Labrador\, working exclusively in wills\, estates\, probate\, elder law\, and trusts. Lynne has been interviewed by Global TV\, BNN\, CBC Radio\, the Wall Street Journal\, the Globe & Mail\, the Vancouver Province\, the Edmonton Journal\, the Toronto Star and the Montreal Gazette\, among other media. She is the former co-host of The Law Show and is the author of ten books about estate planning. She was the reviewer for Newfoundland and Labrador for LexisNexis Drafting Wills in Canada: A Lawyer’s Practical Guide\, 3rd Edition. She chaired the Wills and Estates Section of the Newfoundland and Labrador Bar Admissions Course from 2019 to 2025. \n\n\nSchedule (Eastern)\n12:00 pm – 1:30 pm \nWelcome and Introduction \nJointing Assets to Avoid Probate: The Basics \n\nReasons for joint ownership\nAssets commonly jointed\nWhen probate avoidance is realistic\n\nCommon Problems with Joint Ownership \n\nUnclear intention\nFamily conflict\nCapacity and undue influence issues\nTax and fairness concerns\n\nWhen Joint Ownership Is Challenged \n\nResulting trust claims\nDisappointed beneficiaries\nAllegations of misuse of powers of attorney\nCapacity challenges\n\nBest Practices \n\nKey questions to ask\nDocumenting intention properly\nWhen to recommend a different approach\n\nProgram Wrap-up and Evaluation
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/jointing-assets-to-avoid-probate-risks-and-best-practices/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260306T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260306T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260128T152006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T152006Z
UID:27508-1772798400-1772811000@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Give To Gain - CBA-NL International Women's Day Event
DESCRIPTION:  \n✔️ 3 hour of PD credit \n✔️ lunch for all in-person attendees \n✔️ Discounted price for CBA-NL Members \nMarch will be filled with more CLE’s\, Lunch and Learns\, and Wellness Events. Check out what we have coming up and save it in your calendar. Email Robyn if you have any questions: cba-nl@cba.org
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/give-to-gain-cba-nl-international-womens-day-event/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260309T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20260309T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260226T172314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T172314Z
UID:27698-1773064800-1773068400@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund Online Information Session
DESCRIPTION:On March 9th\, join Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) for a one-hour webinar at 2:00 p.m. 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\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 clicking on this link and filling in the form.\nThe registration deadline is 5 pm AST March 6th.\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
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/atlantic-immigrant-career-loan-fund-online-information-session-20/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260311
DTSTAMP:20260403T172351
CREATED:20260113T192244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T192244Z
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SUMMARY:Jury Trials 2026
DESCRIPTION:Want 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: Experienced civil and criminal litigators who are new to jury trials. Experienced jury trial counsel seeking a refresher will also find this program valuable. \nLearning level: Intermediate \nThis comprehensive program is designed for litigators seeking to hone their advocacy skills and effectiveness in jury trials. \nCombining practical strategies with insights from psychology and communication theory\, the program explores every stage of the jury trial process—from file organization and trial preparation through to preliminary matters and the conduct of the trial itself. \nYou will gain the tools and skills to organize your files\, craft persuasive case theories\, connect authentically with jurors\, and navigate the procedural and ethical challenges unique to Canadian jury advocacy. The course will also highlight best practices for preventing procedural errors and avoiding mistrials. \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\nRobert C. Brun\, KC — Harris & Brun Law Corporation\, Vancouver\nLisa J. Helps — Helps Law Corporation\, Vancouver \nLearn more about this event here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/jury-trials-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Change Management: A Leader's Guide
DESCRIPTION:Organizational change efforts stall when leadership forgets to focus on the impact change will have on employees. Managing the “people side” of change is often the most challenging and critical component of organizational transformation. Getting people engaged in the change will greatly enhance the likelihood of new structures and approaches being implemented successfully. This workshop focuses on the development of competencies that will provide a foundation for the “what\,” “why\,” and “how” of managing people during organizational change. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nIdentify the challenges associated with organizational change and explain strategies that improve the likelihood of successful change.\nDevelop knowledge and skills needed to lead change effectively.\nApply practical approaches to change using tools and templates tailored to your organization.\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, case study exercises\, 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 Change Management Process\nThe Four Stages of Change Management\nManaging Resistance\nBarriers to Successful Change\nChange Process Roles\nIntroducing Change to Others\nCommunicating Change\nEvaluations Change Efforts\nConsiderations Related to Sustaining Change\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis workshop is intermediate level workshop and will benefit leaders\, managers\, supervisors\, human resource personnel\, and anyone managing change. \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 Slay\nJennifer is an accomplished leader and social work expert. She has over 20 years of experience in enhancing organizational development through focused diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, and decolonization initiatives. She has an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology and Social Work\, a Master’s degree in Social Work\, and is the Director of EDID at King’s University College. Jennifer is also the co-founder of a coaching and counselling group\, and is recognized for her ability to foster workplace environments that prioritize growth\, healing\, and inclusivity. Jennifer’s work centres around empowering organizational leaders and teams through tailored programs that emphasize emotional intelligence\, cognitive behavioural therapy techniques\, and resilient communication strategies. As a passionate advocate for systemic change\, Jennifer believes in the power of inclusive cultures where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute to their fullest potential.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/change-management-a-leaders-guide-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Mental Health in Sentencing: Beyond Mitigation
DESCRIPTION:Seminar Overview\nThe law of sentencing in Canada has—without much fanfare and with too-little commentary—undergone a significant conceptual shift in recent years. Most clearly reflected in the Supreme Court of Canada’s 2023 decision in R v Hills\, Canadian sentencing law has embraced as its lodestar an approach that is best described as “individualized proportionality.” This approach elevates the individual offender’s experience of punishment as the animating concern in arriving at a fit sentence. And though the acceptance and embrace of this approach is clear in the doctrine\, its implications are still to be fully explored. In this talk\, Professor Berger will bring together this new paradigm for sentencing with a perennially difficult problem in sentencing courts: how to deal with the mental illness of the offender. His argument will be that\, given this new approach\, mental health should be relevant to sentencing in ways far more common and fundamental to the determination of just sentences than it has been in the past. It should no longer be approached as a question solely of the responsibility of the offender at the time of the offence; rather\, mental health must now be treated as relevant to sentencing “beyond mitigation.” But so doing\, he will suggest\, has the potential to unsettle the system in interesting and important ways. \nSeminar Presenter\, Benjamin L. Berger\nBenjamin is a Professor at Osgoode Hall Law School of York University. An award-winning teacher and researcher\, and a prominent voice in the study of criminal law and sentencing in Canada\, he is a Member of the College of the Royal Society of Canada and held the York Research Chair in Pluralism and Public Law. He served as law clerk to the Rt. Honourable Beverley McLachlin\, former Chief Justice of Canada\, and holds an LLM and JSD from Yale University\, where he studied as a Fulbright Scholar. Professor Berger has published over 80 academic articles and book chapters on criminal and constitutional law and theory\, the law of evidence\, the law of sentencing\, law and religion\, and legal history. He is the author or editor of eight books\, and his work on sentencing has been extensively cited and relied upon by Canadian courts\, including the Supreme Court of Canada. \nRegistration Fee\n$57.50 ($50.00 + HST) HST # R108086463 \nCPD Credit 1.5 hours \nTo register for this seminar\, please click here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/mental-health-in-sentencing-beyond-mitigation/
LOCATION:3rd Floor\, Law Society Building\, 196-198 Water Street\, St. John’s\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development,Law Society
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SUMMARY:Assertive Communication
DESCRIPTION:Our communication skills and style are essential to positive and productive relations. Effective communication requires us to be clear about our own thoughts and desires\, and also to be responsive to those of others. Assertive communicators express ideas and feelings in transparent\, open\, and direct ways – stating their needs clearly and without defensiveness. In this training\, participants will build an awareness of their communication patterns and learn to deal confidently with people around them. This workshop is fun\, meaningful\, and highly effective for improving communication awareness and skills. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nDefine assertive communication\nPractice giving an assertive opinion\nDiscuss personal boundaries and practice saying no when appropriate\nOutline the steps for giving corrective feedback in the form of a DESO script\nIdentify options for responding to negative feedback\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, experiential practice\, personal reflection\, delivered electronically. \n\n\n\n\n\nSome of the Topics Included\n\nWhat’s Required for Effective Communication\nAssertiveness Self-Assessment\nCharacteristics of Aggressive and Passive Communicators\nAssertive Communicator Characteristics\nAssertive Body Language\nGuidelines for Offering an Opinion\nStrategies for Giving Directions\nHow to Say “No” Assertively\nSkills for Making Requests\nGiving Corrective Feedback\nDealing with Difficult Responses\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. \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: Jessica Antony\nJessica is a communications specialist with over a decade of experience helping others share their stories\, with a focus on collaborative communication\, editorial development\, and content creation. She has a bachelor’s degree in Rhetoric and Communications and a master’s degree in Media Studies. Jessica facilitates workshops on leadership\, communication skills\, and content creation\, and has been teaching in the Department of Rhetoric\, Writing\, and Communications at the University of Winnipeg since 2009. In all her work\, she is committed to developing and maintaining trusting relationships\, with an attention to cultural differences\, working styles\, and mutual goals. Jessica is enthusiastic about helping people strengthen their ability to communicate clearly\, respectfully\, and with ease. She is a dynamic and engaging facilitator who is enthusiastic about understanding people’s communication styles and approaches to help them improve their capacity to effectively and respectfully communicate with those around them. Read blogs written by Jessica here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/assertive-communication-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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