Preventing & Dealing with Will Drafting Errors
2024-11-07 13:30 - 15:00 (America/St_Johns) | Online
Live webinar with chat
*includes 60 day replay
9:00 am – 10:30 am (Pacific)
10:00 am – 11:30 am (Mountain)
11:00 am – 12:30 pm (Central)
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm (Eastern)
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm (Atlantic)
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm (Newfoundland)
*This program features real-time audio and 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.

Technical Information:
Live webinars allow you to hear and 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.

Who Should Attend
All lawyers who draft Wills should attend this program.

About the Program
Will drafting errors are the single most common issue in claims against lawyers practicing in the wills and estates area. Many of these claims stem from mistakes that are only discovered when the the Will is brought forward in connection with the administration of the estate. Sadly, most of these will drafting errors could have been prevented. In this webinar, experienced estates litigation lawyer and defence and repair counsel Jenny Bogod explains how lawyers who draft Wills can limit their potential claims exposure by implementing fulsome procedures for Will drafting and execution. Following these best practices will assist you not only in avoiding malpractice claims, but also in ensuring that full effect is given to your clients’ wishes. After just 90 minutes, you’ll better understand:

the standard of care imposed upon a solicitor acting on a Will drafting retainer
how a “drafting checklist” can help avoid typographical and other errors
specific examples of practices that generate a well-documented file
circumstances where you should self-report to your insurer

As guardian of your client’s testamentary intentions, you must undertake careful consideration and inquiry at every stage of a Will drafting engagement. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical tips to help you avoid the Achilles heel of mistakes and claims for wills and estates lawyers!

Meet Your Presenter

Jenny Bogod is a passionate litigator whose litigation practice at Rosen Sack LLP focuses on estate, trusts and capacity litigation as well as professional negligence. Jenny represents dependants, estates, beneficiaries and persons whose capacity is being questioned by others in connection with Will challenges, Will interpretation applications, power of attorney disputes, dependant support claims and guardianship applications. Jenny is also designated as Preferred Counsel by the Lawyers’ Professional Indemnity Company, the professional liability insurer for lawyers in Ontario. She acts as defence and repair counsel in connection with solicitor negligence matters related to estates and trusts, family law, civil litigation and real estate. Jenny regularly speaks and writes about estates related topics, including for the Law Society of Ontario, the OBA, Advocate Daily, CanLII Connects, and OBA Section Insider: Elder Law.

Schedule
Welcome and Introduction
Duties of a Will Drafting Solicitor
Techniques to Avoid Will Drafting Claims

Making Appropriate Inquiries
Guarding Against Clerical Errors
Reducing All Instructions and Advice to Writing
Ensuring Competency to Act

Dealing with Drafting Errors Once Discovered
Program Wrap-up and Evaluation

Leadership Development: Learn, Grow, Achieve
2024-11-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Online
Being an effective leader requires us to be thoughtful and intentional about what we do and how we do it – it takes time and requires work. Taking the time to intentionally think about leadership may not get the attention it warrants, yet it is one of the most important things we can do to raise the performance of both ourselves and our organization. This workshop provides an opportunity for leaders to fine-tune their leadership philosophy and focus in on parts of their own leadership that need further development. Participants will be challenged to think critically about their own approach to leadership development and gain unique insights that will strengthen their abilities as a leader.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Implement strategies for developing as a leader
Identify different styles of leadership
Become a more self-aware leader
Assess for leadership blind spots

Method of Delivery
Presentation, video, case study examples, personal reflection, delivered electronically.

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.

Some of the Topics Included

What Defines a Leader
Your Philosophy of Leadership
Directive Versus Relational Leadership
The Impact of Different Styles
How to Develop as a Leader
Learning from Others
How to Address Weaknesses
Ongoing Leadership Development

Target Audience
This workshop is for all leaders, managers, supervisors, and anyone providing leadership within an organization.

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.

Trainer: Ken Harkness
Ken is a Certified Executive Coach, consultant, and senior leader with over 20 years of experience helping leaders and teams achieve meaningful change. He has a strong background in leadership development, organizational change management, and process improvement. As a Professional Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation, Ken has supported leaders at all levels to improve performance and alignment across teams, helping them figure out where they need to go and move past what is getting in the way. As a trainer and coach, Ken enjoys connecting with people who have a passion for learning and a willingness to take on challenges that create personal growth.

Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund Online Information Session
2024-11-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
On November 12th, join us for a one-hour webinar at 2:00 pm 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.
During this event, you will learn:

Who is eligible for the AICLF
What costs the AICLF can cover
The kinds of programs the AICLF can help pay for
How the AICLF is funded and how it is administered across Atlantic Canada
Why the AICLF is a better choice for immigrants in Atlantic Canada than funding through a private institution on their own

During and after the presentation, you can also ask any questions you might have about AICLF.
Registration and attendance details:

Register for the event by filling in this form.
The registration deadline is 5 pm AST Friday, November 8th
You will receive a link to the meeting before the event

For more information, please contact: Ken Partridge | kpartridge@isans.ca
Tuesday, November 12
2:00 – 3:00 pm AST
Platform: Microsoft Teams

Drafting User-Friendly Emails and Documents
2024-11-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Online
Please note: This course will not be added to Courses on Demand. Courses involving professional speakers and skills-based workshops generally do not get added to Courses on Demand.

Who should attend: This course is designed for lawyers who wish to take their writing “from good to great.” It is not a remedial course. Given the complex nature of legal subjects, it is challenging to formulate smooth prose. This course will offer concrete strategies to deliver information in a user-friendly format.
Learning level: All levels
Module I: Balancing Conciseness with Readability
At the beginning of this course, we will analyze how lawyers can reduce the length of their writing. We will focus on deleting words, reducing syllables, and shortening phrases.
Then, this course will form a bridge between conciseness and readability by examining the rare situations in which including an extra word can assist with absorption. For example, we will tackle raging debates—among writing nerds—over the word “that” and the phrase “in order to”.
Next, this course will dive further into readability by demonstrating how lawyers can deliver complex information in a smooth fashion. We will address techniques such as:

understanding the limits of a reader’s working memory
knowing the optimal length of sentences
delivering familiar information before unfamiliar information
deciding whether to reference an earlier part of a legal document or repeat the information explicitly
choosing whether to refer to individuals and corporations by their names or by other labels, such as “appellant,” “Holdco,” “trustee,” etc.

Module II: Email Etiquette
This part of the course will focus on eliciting positive responses when communicating by email.
Through an interactive discussion, attendees will be able to ask questions and share their own opinions about the best practices for yielding prompt, positive replies to emails. Relevant topics will include:

email length
response time
subject lines
tone and formality
copying
pleasantries (such as, “I hope all is well.”)
anything else relevant to email dos and don’ts

Module III: Persuasion
Finally, this course will explore persuasion in legal writing.
Writing persuasively is an elusive concept because all lawyers know that it’s important, but it is often defined as the totality of clear, concise, and grammatically correct writing. This definition must be incomplete, since persuasion surely has its own unique qualities beyond clarity, conciseness, and correctness.
We will take a closer look at the ingredients of persuasion in legal writing, and, interestingly, we will find ourselves debating whether persuasion is truly a writing challenge or, in fact, a substantive legal challenge.
You may also be interested in Clear and Credible Legal Writing on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.
Course Instructor
Ryan Standil — Write To Excite, Toronto

Mental Health Awareness and Support
2024-11-14 08:00 - 17:00 | Online
Mental health concerns will directly impact one in every five people. The remaining four will know a friend, family member, coworker, or acquaintance that struggles with their mental health. Given this prevalence, it is essential that people build capacity to support those with mental health concerns because early identification and support typically lead to continued well-being. This workshop explores factors affecting mental health and provides a general overview of common adult mental illnesses. Most importantly, participants will learn how to be a support and discover strategies for creating more inclusive environments that reduce stigma surrounding mental health.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Explain the difference between mental illness and mental health
List common adult mental illnesses
Describe symptoms related to poor mental illnesses
Learn practical ways of supporting those with mental illness

Method of Delivery
Presentation, video, personal reflection, delivered electronically

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.

Some of the Topics Included

What Contributes to Poor Mental Health
Stigma and Myths About Mental Illness
Illness as Influence, Not Identity
A Review of Mental Illnesses
Mental Health Concerns and Addictions
Mental Health Concerns and Suicide
Signs That Someone May Be Struggling
Creating a Supportive Environment
Finding a Qualified Counsellor
Tips for Supporting Those That May Be Struggling

Target Audience
This is an introductory-intermediate level workshop applicable to anyone wanting to learn more about mental health, including employees and managers.

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.

Trainer: Marwa Fadol
Marwa is a Registered Psychologist in Alberta, and has worked in a variety of workplace settings, most recently as a Mental Health Therapist. She also has a private practice where she works with families around various issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and family relationships. She believes that people are the experts in their own lives and have within them the strength and the capacity to enact change. Marwa is dedicated to fostering workplaces that encourage an attitude of openness, understanding, and service to others. She believes that productive workplaces are those that advocate for creative curiosity, healthy relationships, and strong communication. As a trainer, she brings warmth and humour and draws on her varied experiences to make for an engaging, relevant training experience.

Interplay of Psychology, Neuroscience and Conflict in Mediation
2024-11-14 12:30 - 13:30 | Online
The Commonwealth Lawyers Association invites you to join us for a mediation guest lecture series for the FINAL episode 6/6 takes place with A. J. Jawad, Senior Mediator, Trainer and Arbitrator.
Register here to attend
Mediation operates on a paradigm of conflict resolution unlike litigation or arbitration that operate on the paradigm of dispute adjudication. Mediation perceives conflict as a problem arising from the different perspectives and perceptions of the parties to the conflict and the emotions that get triggered due to such differing perceptions. It is therefore important for a mediator to understand these drivers of the conflict and move the parties to a position of understanding each others perspective. Therefore understanding the interplay of psychology, neuroscience and conflict in mediation forms an integral part of mediation training.
TIME:
8.00 am Jamaica
8.00 am The Bahamas
9.00 am Dominica / Trinidad and Tobago / St Vincent and the Grenadines
1.00 pm United Kingdom
2.00 pm Nigeria
3.00 pm Zambia
6.30 pm India
9.00 pm Singapore / Malaysia / Hong Kong
11.00 pm PNG
Panelist

A. J. Jawad

Organiser

Commonwealth Lawyers Association

Mediation Master Class
2024-11-18 - 2024-11-19 | Online
An in-depth clinical practice and discussion course for mediators

Please note: This course will not be added to Courses on Demand. Courses involving professional speakers and skills-based workshops generally do not get added to Courses on Demand.
Who should attend: Experienced mediators in private practice, mediators working in institutional settings (including courts and tribunals), or those providing contract mediation services. Scenarios will be drawn from participants’ areas of interest and are likely to include contexts ranging from workplace to family to commercial and more.
Learning level: Advanced
Mediation Master Class offers an opportunity for experienced mediators to:

reflect on current topics in the mediation field
practice advanced skills
compare and learn from best practices across different mediation contexts

This is a highly participatory course. You will take part in practice exercises, roleplays, and small group discussions. In addition, you will be invited to bring additional topics forward for discussion.
This course counts for 6.0 ADR CPD hours.
*DISCLAIMER: Learners are required to participate fully in the course. “Full participation” is in the faculty’s sole discretion. Activities such as reading the paper, watching video programming on their computer, not being present, engaging in phone calls, and disrupting the class with non-relevant activities will demonstrate a lack of full participation.
Law Society of BC CPD Hours: 12 hours (this course will include a minimum of 2 hours of professional responsibility and ethics, client care and relations, and/or practice management)
Course Instructor
Sharon Sutherland, RRM — Executive Director, Mediate BC, Tsawwassen
CLEBC Programs Coordinator

IPV Protecting Victims from Cybercrime: Practical and Legal Next Steps
2024-11-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Online
The Commonwealth Lawyers Association Family Law Committee in partnership with the International Academy of Family Lawyers presents a webinar on “IPV Protecting Victims from Cybercrime: Practical and Legal Next Steps”

The Commonwealth Lawyers Association and International Academy of Family Lawyers invites you to join us for webinar focusing on “IPV Protecting Victims from Cybercrime: Practical and Legal Next Steps”.
Register here to attend
Following on from the webinar “Cybercrime in the intimate partner and honour-based abuse contexts: signs and preventative strategies”, which took place on 17th September 2024. Some of the key issues which were discussed, were the differing legal landscapes with patterns and themes identified such as how anonymity allows perpetrators to hide behind the dark web, how to shift the stigma to empower the victims, the limitations of the application of available legislation.
As social media is a popular means of communication and virtual platforms such as Facebook has a prominent presence globally. In terms of pitfalls, a similar premise applies in amongst many commonwealth jurisdictions, and global statistics show that Facebook reflects the highest number of online abuse of all social networking sites[i]. The negative impact of social media abuse, as with most forms of gender-based abuse, is that it has a disproportionate impact on women and girls, as a result of which Amnesty has labelled online violence and abuse of women a wider problem than that of discrimination and violence against women offline.[ii]
The purpose of this webinar is to have a discussion about practical next steps and solutions. The focus will be on the legal and social landscape of various jurisdictions, namely England and Wales, Caribbean, Malaysia and Zambia. The speakers will discuss practical and legal solutions on ways in which cyber abuse as a form of gender-based abuse can be tackled in their respective jurisdictions.
[1] Statista. 2017. Share of women worldwide who have ever experienced abuse or harassment on selected websites and social media platforms as of July 2017. Retrieved August 28, 2018 from tiny.cc/s43nxy
[11] https://www.amnesty.org.uk/online-abuse-women-widespread
This webinar will contain references to sexual, physical and emotional abuse and death which some attendees may find distressing . We are aware that the discussion of trauma may be disturbing at times, and we encourage all attendees to be mindful of this and to feel able to leave the webinar at will, to take care of your well-being.
Date: 19th November 2024

TIME:
6.30am EST
7.30am AST
11.30am GMT
12.30pm WAT
1.30pm CAT
5.00pm IST
7.30pm HKT & MYT
Register here to attend
Chair

Rachael Kelsey, President International Academy of Family lawyers

Panelist

Shabina Begum, England and Wales
Ruth Lumbongo Mbambi, Zambia
Moureeze Franklyn, St Vincent and the Grenadines
Hui Yee Kee, Malaysia
Safaa Aouil Ghamzi, England and Wales

Organisers

Commonwealth Lawyers Association
The International Academy of Family Lawyers

Neurodiversity at Work: Embracing Strengths and Navigating Barriers
2024-11-19 10:00 - 13:00 | Online
Embracing neurodiversity in your workplace means creating a more adaptable environment where everyone can thrive. And when you cultivate a culture of acceptance and inclusion, you tap into the unique strengths of neurodivergent individuals. These include enhanced creativity, innovation, productivity, problem-solving, and collaboration.
This workshop teaches you how to build a neuroinclusive workplace culture through your recruitment, retention, and promotion practices. You will learn practical ways to embrace the strengths and navigate barriers for people with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and more.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Describe neurodiversity in the workplace
Define sensory sensitivity
Explain how neurodiversity and inclusion can strengthen your team
List tools and strategies for supporting neurodiversity in the workplace
Apply steps for inclusive communication

Method of Delivery
Presentation, video, personal reflection, experiential practice, and small group discussions.

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.

Some of the Topics Included

Neurodiversity as a Spectrum of Ability
How Neurodiversity Strengthens Teams
What Inclusion Looks Like
Why Neurodiversity in the Workplace Matters
Harnessing Strengths and Navigating Barriers
Tools for the Hiring Process
Recruitment, retention, and advancement

Target Audience
This is an introductory workshop for leaders, supervisors, managers, and human resource personnel who want to learn how they can create a more neuroinclusive culture. It’s also for people who identify as neurodivergent and want to gain useful skills they can use in their workplace.

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.

Trainer: Paula Hutchinson
Paula is an enthusiastic educator, trainer, and consultant, with a rich and varied work background working in schools, community-based non-profits, and clinical settings. She specializes in emotional intelligence, mental health, and working with challenging behaviours in both individuals and teams. Paula believes that everyone should be able to find meaning in their work and relationships, and that only by working together to create sustainable solutions, can individuals, professionals, workplaces, and communities ensure their supports, systems, and policies are responsive and effective for everyone. As a facilitator, she draws on her experience with adult education and learning principles to provide an engaging, practical, and interactive workshop experience.

Conflict Resolution Skills
2024-11-20 | Online
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.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Understand common roots of conflict and how it escalates so that they can address it at the appropriate level and time
Use practice models for addressing conflict rooted in misunderstandings, disagreements, and different personal styles
Effectively utilize the four-part framework for conducting positive conflict resolution conversations

Method of Delivery
Presentation, video, case study exercises, experiential practice, personal reflection, delivered electronically

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.

Some of the Topics Included

How Conflict Escalates
Dealing with Misunderstandings
The Intention Check Tool
Strategies for Dealing with Disagreements
The Interest Check: Moving from Positions to Interest
Conflict Resolution Style Preferences
The Style Check Tool
Key Skills for Conflict Resolution
Trigger Phrases to Avoid
Strategies for Staying Calm in Conflict
The Four-Part Conflict Resolution Process

Target Audience
This is an introductory-intermediate level workshop.

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.

Trainer: Jennifer Slay
Jennifer 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.

Dramatic Reading of Leviathan Unbound
2024-11-20 19:00 - 21:00
Join Us for a Dramatic Reading of Leviathan Unbound

Location: LSPU Hall
Admission: Free and open to the public
The S.S. Daisy Legal History Committee invites you to a dramatic reading of Leviathan Unbound: Currie et al. v. Macdonald et al., a play by John Joy. This compelling work revisits a pivotal 1948 legal case in which six members of Newfoundland’s House of Assembly and Legislative Council challenged the legitimacy of the National Convention and confederation referendum. This historic case ultimately sought a court declaration deeming the actions of the Governor and Commissioners of Government unconstitutional.
This production, co-produced and co-directed by Alex Jessome, provides a unique glimpse into a crucial moment in Newfoundland’s legal history. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this powerful story!

View the poster for Leviathan Unbound here

Administrative Law Conference 2024
2024-11-21 | Online
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Vancouver Location TBA
or attend via webinar
Can’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?
Want online CPD available 24/7?
Subscribe to Courses On Demand, our comprehensive online resource with 21,500+ videos and 5,400+ papers from CLEBC courses. This course will be added to Courses on Demand approximately 30 days from the original course date.

Who should attend: Those who appear before, advise, or sit as a member of an administrative tribunal and/or those who appear as counsel in court in applications for judicial review and appeals from administrative tribunals.
Learning level: Intermediate/Advanced
It can be difficult to stay on top of all the changes happening in administrative law.
This annual conference is your efficient solution to learning about recent decisions, legislative updates, and current trends in this complex practice area. Hear from a distinguished faculty of judges, academics, and leading lawyers who have researched, analyzed, and curated key developments over the past year to share with you.
You will leave this conference up to date and equipped with new practice tips for your administrative law files. This year, we are pleased to have the Honourable Michelle O’Bonsawin speaking at the conference.
Join us and review a year’s worth of administrative law developments in a day!
Law 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).
Course Chairs
Kaitlyn Chewka — Lovett Westmacott, Victoria
Alison M. Latimer, KC — Barrister & Solicitor, Vancouver

*Please note: The in-person session is dependent on a minimum number of registrants and may not be confirmed until 4 weeks before the course date.
Are you a member of the Indigenous legal community (lawyer/Articled Student/legal support staff/paralegal) or a non-lawyer Indigenous community member?
We value your contributions and encourage your participation in all of our programs. To increase accessibility, we offer a 50% discount* to all Indigenous lawyers/Articled Students/legal support staff/paralegals and a limited number of free online registrations to non-lawyer Indigenous community members. (*discount applies to Regular prices, not Early Bird prices). Please contact Customer Service to find out more.
Unable to attend a course without financial assistance from CLEBC?
Click here for bursary information.
Want to register for a course now, but prefer a monthly payment plan?
Check out our Easy Pay Plan.
Registration includes an electronic copy of the reference materials and lunch for in-person registration.

Just want the materials from the course?
Subscribe to Online Course Materials and access 5,400+ papers produced for CLEBC courses since 2001.
CLEBC Program Lawyer*
Nadia Myerthall
nmyerthall@cle.bc.ca
*non-practising

Aboriginal Law Conference 2024
2024-11-22 | Online
Can’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?
Want online CPD available 24/7?

Subscribe to Courses On Demand, our comprehensive online resource with 1,500+ videos and 5,400+ papers from CLEBC courses. This course will be added to Courses on Demand approximately 30 days from the original course date.
Who should attend: Lawyers practicing in the area of Aboriginal law, in private practice, industry, and government; others who focus on Aboriginal law issues will also benefit, including Indigenous organizations, in-house counsel, and law students
Learning level: All levels
This annual conference brings together leading Aboriginal law practitioners to address current and emerging issues with a focus on BC.
We will explore the legal and pragmatic implications of current developments affecting Indigenous Peoples, governments, and industry. We aim to provide those working in the area with a substantive look at the trends and practical approaches to meet the increasingly complex challenges in this practice area.
We look forward to having you with us.
Law 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)
Course Chairs
Gary S. Campo X̱eyx̱kinem — Woodward & Company Lawyers LLP, Victoria
Ava G. Murphy — Woodward & Company Lawyers LLP, Victoria

Pricing
EARLY BIRD
Register by Oct. 25/24
Regular Price
After Oct. 25/24

In-person*
$619
$689

In-person Articled Student*
$399
$399

Webinar
$529
$599

Webinar Articled Student
$309
$309

Jump Start 2025
EARLY BIRD
Register by Feb. 3/25
Regular Price
After Feb. 3/25

Rebroadcast
$479
$549

Rebroadcast Articled Student
$279
$279

*Please note: The in-person session is dependent on a minimum number of registrants and may not be confirmed until 4 weeks before the course date.
Are you a member of the Indigenous legal community (lawyer/Articled Student/legal support staff/paralegal) or a non-lawyer Indigenous community member?
We value your contributions and encourage your participation in all of our programs. To increase accessibility, we offer a 50% discount* to all Indigenous lawyers/Articled Students/legal support staff/paralegals and a limited number of free online registrations to non-lawyer Indigenous community members (*discount applies to Regular prices, not Early Bird prices). Please contact Customer Service to find out more.
Unable to attend a course without financial assistance from CLEBC?
Click here for bursary information.
Want to register for a course now, but prefer a monthly payment plan?
Check out our Easy Pay Plan.
Registration includes an electronic copy of the reference materials and lunch for
in-person registration.

CLEBC Program Lawyer*
Teresa Sheward
tsheward@cle.bc.ca
*non-practising

Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund Online Information Session by the Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia
2024-11-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
On November 25th, join us for a one-hour webinar at 6:00 pm ADT to learn about the Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (AICLF). This ISANS-led initiative can help immigrants with permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship obtain training and certification in their chosen fields or related fields in their new home provinces.
During this event, you will learn:

Who is eligible for the AICLF
What costs the AICLF can cover
The kinds of programs the AICLF can help pay for
How the AICLF is funded and how it is administered across Atlantic Canada
Why the AICLF is a better choice for immigrants in Atlantic Canada than funding through a private institution on their own

During and after the presentation, you can also ask any questions you might have about AICLF.
Registration and attendance details:

Register for the event by filling in this form.
The registration deadline is 5 pm AST Friday, November 22nd
You will receive a link to the meeting before the event

For more information, please contact: Ken Partridge | kpartridge@isans.ca
Monday, November 25
6:00 – 7:00 pm AST
Platform: Microsoft Teams

"The Forgotten Warriors" Film Screening & Panel Discussion - Restorative Justice Month
2024-11-25 19:30 - 21:00
Register here

We look forward to seeing you there! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at info@rfnl.org.

Polarizing Conversations: How to Talk About Triggering Topics
2024-11-26 10:00 - 13:00 | Online
Do you want to learn how to maintain relationships when discussing potentially triggering issues? Many people find themselves ill-prepared for these conversations and, as a result, avoid them or feel overwhelmed when they’re happening. This workshop equips you with skills for managing your own emotions and understanding the various dynamics of having polarizing discussions so you can confidently ensure they are productive and respectful. This is helpful for talking about things such as gender and equity, race relations, environmentalism, the pandemic, and remote work. No matter where you might have to discuss a polarizing issue, this workshop teaches you to do so in a way that will leave everyone feeling heard and respected.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Explain polarizing conversations and their many layers
Identify our natural emotional responses to challenging interactions
Utilize listening and validation to reduce tension
Demonstrate how to set up conversations for success and make people feel safe
Practice skills to engage in conversations about polarizing topics

Method of Delivery
Presentation, case study exercises, experiential practice, and personal reflection, delivered electronically.

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.

Some of the Topics Included

Understanding the Dynamics of Polarizing Topics
Our Natural Responses to Challenging Interactions
Preparing for the Polarized Conversation
Depersonalizing the Conversation
Finding Common Ground
Utilizing Empathy and Validation
How to Help People Feel Safe
Engaging in a Respectful Conversation

Target Audience
This is an introductory-intermediate level workshop applicable to both employees and managers.

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.

Influence: The Art & Science of Changing Minds
2024-11-27 09:00 - 12:00 | Online
How do you move someone to not only listen to your ideas, but also embrace and even champion them?
Please note: This course will not be added to Courses on Demand. Courses involving professional speakers and skills-based workshops generally do not get added to Courses on Demand.
Who should attend: Lawyers; this course may also be of interest to paralegals and legal support staff
Learning level: All levels
Acceptance and buy-in begins with engagement and an understanding of the drivers of persuasion, how people make decisions, and what motivates them to act.
This interactive program draws on the latest scientific research to illustrate how you can influence clients and colleagues to see things your way without being heavy-handed. INFLUENCE teaches you what to do and why, and gives you practical ideas you can apply right away.
Additionally, you will learn to:

harness the two elements you need to win over a skeptical mind
utilize the four drivers of persuasion to gain buy-in
overcome the common mistakes most lawyers make when trying to change someone’s mind
leave much of the conventional wisdom about influence behind (because most of it doesn’t work)

Law Society of BC CPD Hours: 3 hours (this course does not contain professional responsibility and ethics, client care and relations, and/or practice management)
Course Instructor
Steve Hughes — Hit Your Stride, LLC, St. Louis, MO

Pricing
EARLY BIRD
Register by Oct. 30/24
Regular Price
After Oct. 30/24

Live Webinar
$269
$299

Live Webinar Articled Student
$159
$159

Are you a member of the Indigenous legal community (lawyer/Articled Student/legal support staff/paralegal) or a non-lawyer Indigenous community member?
We value your contributions and encourage your participation in all of our programs. To increase accessibility, we offer a 50% discount* to all Indigenous lawyers/Articled Students/legal support staff/paralegals and a limited number of free online registrations to non-lawyer Indigenous community members. (*discount applies to Regular prices, not Early Bird prices). Please contact Customer Service to find out more.
Unable to attend a course without financial assistance from CLEBC?
Click here for bursary information.
Want to register for a course now, but prefer a monthly payment plan?
Check out our Easy Pay Plan.
Registration includes an electronic copy of the reference materials.

CLEBC Programs Coordinator
Kim Trieu
ktrieu@cle.bc.ca

2024 Prosecution of Animal Abuse Conference
2024-11-28 - 2024-11-29 | Online
You are invited to Humane Canada’s Justice and Legislative Affairs Program (formerly the Criminal Justice System Reform Program) signature event for prosecutors and those who work with them: Our 10th annual Prosecution of Animal Abuse Conference.
Some of the session speakers and highlights of this year’s conferences include:

Back-to-back sessions diving into the world of Veterinary Forensics: first with two of Canada’s foremost experts on the subject, Dr. Margaret Doyle and Dr. Shane Bateman, followed by Jace Huggins from US-based National Animal Care and Control Association (NACA);
Kim Gramlich from Delta Police Victim Services and founder of Justice Facility Dogs Canada will discuss how accredited dogs can support victims in the Canadian Criminal Justice System (CJS);
Dr. Peter Sandøe, professor of bioethics and director of the Centre for Companion Animal Welfare at the University of Copenhagen, will present the different views on animal ethics found in modern Western societies and how these views influence and are influenced by animal welfare legislation; and
Canadian Centre for Child Protection’s Monique St. Germain and Debra Danco will will explain the history and evolution of Community Impact Statements, along with considerations in crafting effective statements that are admissible, with tips on what to include (and what not to), as well as some highlights from their latest research into the production of child sexual abuse material in Canada and its correlations to animal sexual abuse.

The Prosecution for Animal Abuse Conference brings together Crown Prosecutors, law enforcement and other allied professionals to share information and resources about animal cruelty and the Violence Link (the relationship between animal abuse and human abuse) in order to ensure that crimes against animals are prosecuted effectively and efficiently.
Registration is now open! You can learn more about the conference and purchase tickets here.

Access, Privacy, Security and Information Management Conference
2024-11-28 - 2024-11-29
APSIM Conference 2024
The Access, Privacy, Security and Information Management (APSIM) Conference is taking place on November 28 and 29, 2024 from 8:30am to 4:00pm (Newfoundland Time), at the Health Innovation Acceleration Centre (HIAC) in St. John’s, NL. There is no cost to attend. Speakers will cover topics such as:

Artificial Intelligence;
Cyber Threat Landscape;
The Role of Journalism in Transparency and Accountability;
Privacy Challenges in Today’s Emerging Technologies;
Privacy Regulation and the Constitution;
Record Digitization;
Data Governance;
Handling Difficult Conversations; and
Many more exciting topics in the fields of access to information, privacy, security, and information management.

For more information or to register for this event please visit the APSIM Conference website. Space is limited so be sure to register now!

Change Management: A Leader's Guide
2024-11-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Online
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.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Define the stages of the change management process
Identify the common reasons why change initiatives fail
Respond effectively to resistance
Recognize the role and responsibilities of leadership in change
Create a plan to initiate and follow through for sustainable change

Method of Delivery
Presentation, video, case study exercises, personal reflection, delivered electronically.

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.

Some of the Topics Included

The Change Management Process
The Four Stages of Change Management
Managing Resistance
Barriers to Successful Change
Change Process Roles
Introducing Change to Others
Communicating Change
Evaluations Change Efforts
Considerations Related to Sustaining Change

Target Audience
This workshop is intermediate level workshop and will benefit leaders, managers, supervisors, human resource personnel, and anyone managing change.

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.

Trainer: Janelle Jackiw
Janelle 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. Presently, 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.

Sexual Assault Cases in the Criminal Court
2024-11-29 | Online
Make sure you are up to date on the recent changes in sexual assault law and have the practical tools to investigate, prosecute or defend cases effectively. You should also know when a non-criminal court process is a better option for all involved.
Don’t miss Osgoode Professional Development’s upcoming one-day deep dive into the latest legislation, important decisions and best approaches before, during and after trial.
Optimum outcomes in sexual offence criminal cases are contingent on good education and best practices. An allegation of sexual assault raise unique challenges for lawyers, judges and investigators. In recent years, the justice system’s handling of these cases has come under sustained scrutiny. Join a faculty of top-level lawyers and judges to learn the latest in the law and effective approaches.
Sexual assault cases are difficult for all parties involved. The complainant must undergo emotional and sometimes lengthy cross-examination. The accused faces the stigma of a sexual assault conviction as well as the prospect of a lengthy jail sentence, collection of DNA and compliance with the sex offence registry. There is often no corroboration and much public scrutiny. A widely respected faculty will offer guidance on key challenges and optimal approaches. This conference will be a forum for robust discussion and an opportunity to ask your questions and make your comments.

Can’t Make the Date? Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.

What You’ll Learn

Sexual exploitation in the sex trade: Current and emerging issues
Meeting the challenges of concurrent proceedings
Case managing your way through pre-trial motions
Understanding Mens Rea in sexual assault cases
Five Cases for the hip pocket
Assessing credibility in sexual assault cases

Who Should Attend

Criminal lawyers, defence and Crowns (Federal and provincial)
Police sex crimes investigators and trainers
Police and medical regulatory investigators (SIU, College of Physicians & Surgeons, College of Massage Therapists)
Sexual assault victim support workers (medical and social service sectors)
Judges
Civil litigators specializing in sexual assault based civil lawsuits

Arbitration Advocacy for Family Law Lawyers: Strategies for Success
2024-11-29 | Online
What You’ll Learn
Who Should Attend
Faculty
Pricing and Group Rates
Financial Assistance
CPD and Accreditation
FAQs
Client and Technical Support

Register

Arbitration is a critical part of a family lawyers’ toolbox. Do you have what you need to succeed?
Join experienced family law arbitrators and senior counsel as they guide you through the arbitration process. In one intensive day acquire the key knowledge and strategies counsel need to effectively navigate this complex process.
This unique program is designed to provide family law lawyers with the practical guidance and information they need to help advance their client’s case in the arbitration process. Drill down on the key stages and decisions that you need to make throughout the process. Plus learn valuable advocacy tips from experienced senior counsel and family law arbitrators.

Can’t Make the Date? Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.

What You’ll Learn

Why arbitration? Best practices for choosing arbitration, including:

How to choose your arbitrator
Assessing what is the appropriate dispute resolution path for your case
Critical differences between arbitration and Med-Arb (and why counsel must understand them)
Drill down on the Arbitration Agreement: key issues to be aware of and pitfalls to avoid
Interplay between parenting coordinators and arbitration
Counsel’s role in the arbitration, including advocacy tips
Strategies for attacking the order or arbitrator/defending against an attack
How-to-guide for enforcing and appealing an arbitration award

PLUS! View from the Bench. In an engaging roundtable, hear from experienced counsel and arbitrators tips on what the “Bench” wants (and doesn’t want) to hear from counsel.

Who Should Attend

Family Lawyers
General Practitioners whose practice includes family law

Transaction In A Day – Buying or Selling a Business
2024-11-29 09:00 - 17:00 | Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland, St. John's, NL, Canada
Friday, November 29, 2024
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sheraton Hotel

PROGRAM

Time
Session

8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Registration

9:00 AM – 9:05 AM
Welcome and Opening Remarks

9:05 AM – 10:05 AM
Overview of Transaction – Brad Budden

10:10 AM – 11:10 AM
Transactional Agreements – Drafting Tips & Tricks – Kristen Penney

11:10 AM – 11:30 AM
Networking/Refreshment Break

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Employment Considerations – Twila Reid

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Lunch

1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Acting for Lenders – Griff Roberts

2:15 PM – 3:00 PM
Tax Considerations – Allison Wade

3:00 PM – 3:20 PM
Networking/Refreshment Break

3:20 PM – 4:05 PM
Commercial Title Insurance – Benefits and Coverage Requirements – Jon Moore and Cameron McInnes

4:10 PM – 4:55 PM
Drafting and Reviewing Contracts with AI – Spellbook

4:55 PM – 5:00 PM
Closing Remarks

CLE Hours: 6

REGISTRATION FEES

CBA Member: $228.85 ($199 + $29.85 HST)
Non-CBA Member: $343.85 ($299 + $44.85 HST)
Not a CBA member? Contact us to join now!

PAYMENT
Payment can be submitted by e-transfer to cba-nl@cba.org or by cheque, payable to the Canadian Bar Association – NL Branch. Please include the registrant’s name(s) in the memo. Cheques may be mailed to:
Canadian Bar Association – NL Branch
55 Elizabeth Avenue, Box 16
St. John’s, NL A1A 1W9
Registration includes lunch and morning and afternoon refreshments.
Please advise if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions.
View the poster here.

Written Advocacy
2024-11-30 | Online
What You’ll Learn
Who Should Attend
Faculty
Pricing and Group Rates
Financial Assistance
CPD and Accreditation
FAQs
Client and Technical Support

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A Joint Program of The Advocates’ Society and Osgoode Professional Development
Canada’s premier written advocacy program is back to offer individualized feedback and discussion with experienced judges, practitioners and writing instructors.
Effective written advocacy is a crucial skill for any lawyer regardless of their area of practice. Designed for lawyers with 2-5 years of experience, this program will help you advocate in a clear, concise, and compelling manner.

What You’ll Learn

Take your written advocacy skills to a new level with:
Expert instruction on how to improve written argument from a team of trial and appellate judges, writing professionals and top legal practitioners
Small “hands-on” groups with a maximum of eight participants
Individual feedback and critique of your writing sample
Valuable tips you can use to immediately improve the precision, strength and persuasiveness of all your legal writing
Advice on how best to engage the reader who counts ‒ the judge
Insight from a panel of judges on what works and what to avoid

FORMAT
The program will consist of both live, in-person (November 30, 9:00am-4:30pm) and online (December 2 and 4, 4:00-6:00pm) plenary and small group sessions. Participants must attend all sessions to complete the program.
MANDATORY WRITING SAMPLE
A copy of a legal writing sample must be submitted through our online learning portal prior to the program. By late October 2024, you will receive further instructions on how to submit your writing sample. We ask that you submit your writing sample by November 19, 2024, to give our faculty sufficient time to review prior to the program.
WHAT TO SEND:
Given the structure of the program, we recommend that you submit a factum. A factum on behalf of the applicant, appellant or moving party is preferred, but if necessary, a respondent’s factum is acceptable. If you have not yet written a factum, a written argument or other court submission is also acceptable.
Articles and/or other written legal and nonlegal documents (e.g., internal briefs) are not acceptable.
It is imperative that the sample not relate to matters currently before the courts – no exceptions.
Please email megan@advocates.ca if you have any questions or concerns about your writing sample.
PLEASE NOTE:

Your name MUST BE clearly marked on the front page of the sample.
Do not include supplementary documentation and appendices.
Ensure your writing sample is preloaded on your computer during the program

JUSTICE MARVIN CATZMAN BURSARY FUND
This bursary was created in memory of Justice Catzman, whose commitment to improving legal writing
was underscored by his participation in the Written Advocacy program. It provides a candidate who would not otherwise be able to attend the program due to financial constraints, full admission to the program. To apply, send a CV, a cover letter, and a copy of your previous year’s tax return by October 1, 2024 to: Gail Geronimo, Program Lawyer at ggeronimo@osgoode.yorku.ca

Who Should Attend

Litigation lawyers at all levels of experience and practice areas, but particularly those with at least one year of experience
In-house counsel
Sole practitioners
Crown attorneys
Criminal defence lawyers
Government counsel
Articling students who have drafted submissions

Privacy & Cybersecurity Law and Practice: Critical Updates
2024-12-02 | Online
What You’ll Learn
Who Should Attend
Faculty
Pricing and Group Rates
Financial Assistance
CPD and Accreditation
FAQs
Client and Technical Support

Register

The Canadian privacy and cybersecurity legal landscape is constantly shifting. Do you have what you need to advise with confidence?
It is a pivotal time for privacy and cybersecurity law in Canada. As a professional who advises on or works in privacy, it is imperative that you keep current and informed in this high stakes, ever-evolving field.
Over one intensive day, ourleading faculty of industry and legal experts will guide you through the “must-know” changes to Canadian privacy and cybersecurity laws and regulations and the critical new and emerging topics. You will also get immediately applicable insights and practical strategies to competently manage today’s cybersecurity threat landscape.

Can’t Make the Date? Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.

What You’ll Learn

Get fully briefed on the latest and emerging trends in privacy and cybersecurity law and practice, including:
Are You Cybersecure? What You Need to Know for 2025
From Code to Privacy Practice: Engineering Your Org For Privacy Readiness
TPRM (3rd Party Risk Management): Who, What, How?
Cyber Incident Response Journal: Tips from the Trenches
Anonymization: Critical Updates on the New Laws and Implementation Guidance
Cross-Canada Check-Up: What’s Happening and What’s to Come from Coast to Coast

Who Should Attend

Lawyers interested or advising on privacy, cybersecurity, IT/e-commerce law
Government and regulatory counsel or representatives
Privacy, information, security, and technology officers
Compliance and risk management professionals
Consultants in IT or privacy and cybersecurity
Professionals in a managerial, executive or director position looking to increase their knowledge in privacy and cybersecurity

Strategies for Challenging Discussions
2024-12-03 | Online
Whether sharing bad news with a client, providing corrective action, or talking with a colleague about an uncomfortable issue, difficult conversations are typically stressful and often take a large mental and emotional toll. Many people avoid difficult conversations for these reasons, or find themselves ill prepared when they must have them. Yet, the ability to handle difficult conversations respectfully and professionally is one of the most important skills for success in the workplace. This workshop will review the key elements of preparing for, conducting, and concluding difficult conversations. Participants will leave with a set of tools to help ensure that difficult conversations are productive, professional, and respectful for all involved.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Describe how to prepare for the next difficult conversation you encounter
Identify when and how to conduct a difficult conversation
List some tools to help you in your difficult conversations

Method of Delivery
Presentation, video, case study exercises, experiential practice, personal reflection, delivered electronically

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.

Some of the Topics Included

Types of Difficult Conversations
Our Natural Responses to Difficult Conversations
Determining if a Conversation is Necessary
How to Stop Avoiding the Interaction
How to Prepare for the Difficult Conversation
Key Skills and Strategies for Engaging
What to Do If They Won’t Engage
Concluding the Conversation
Keys for Delivering Bad News
How to be Open to Receiving the Difficult Conversation

Target Audience
This is an introductory-intermediate level workshop applicable to both employees and managers.

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.

Professional Grant Development Live Online Workshop
2024-12-03 11:30 - 2024-12-04 19:00 | Online
Sponsored by the Grant Training Center
The Professional Grant Development live online workshop, which is normally held in Halifax, has moved online. It will include the same content and length of instruction.
You will learn how to:

Search and apply for Tri-Council (NSERC, SSHRC, CIHR), foundation and corporate donors
Focus on foundation and corporate giving for Nova Scotia
Understand the new funding guidelines for writing winning grants
Comprehend the review process and address key points for reviewers
Demonstrate the merits, excellence and innovation of your proposal
Write professional grants that stand out from the competition

Our ultimate goal is for you to walk away with a product specific to your interests.
Register
Workshop Fee: $595.00 USD
Includes a comprehensive list of resources, workbook, and certificate of completion
Rebate of $45.00 USD per person
For two or more registrants from the same organization
You may be interested in:
Essentials of Grant Management Online Workshop
December 16, 2024

Consent, Capacity and Substitute Decision Making
2024-12-04 | Online
What You’ll Learn
Who Should Attend
Faculty
Pricing and Group Rates
Financial Assistance
CPD and Accreditation
FAQs
Client and Technical Support

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Consent, capacity and substitute decision making remain fundamental issues for anyone working in healthcare.
As a health care professional or advisor, you face complex questions on these challenging concepts. Issues of informed consent, powers of attorney, capacity assessments, when to call the OPGT and preparing for a hearing before the CCB are matters you face on a routine basis, but the questions surrounding them seem far from “routine.”
Designed with direct feedback from those working on the front lines in health care, this program will provide you with the critical knowledge and practical strategies you need to confidently manage the risks and meet your obligations.

Can’t Make the Date? Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.

What You’ll Learn
You will hear about:

The law that guides your actions: how it all fits together
Advance care planning and informed consent under HCCA
Where does the authority for a capacity assessment come from?
The role of the CCB: what applications can be made and by whom?
Reaching out to the OPGT to determine if there is property guardian or court-appointed personal care guardian
Managing conflict between family members/substitute decision-makers
The role and scope of authority of substitute decision-makers
Best practices for dealing with privacy issues related to the release of personal health information
The role of patient wishes, advance care plans and other documents in consent

Who Should Attend

Managers, Administrators and Operators of Long-Term Care operations
Retirement Home Managers, Administrators and Operators
Hospital Administrators
Community Healthcare
Family Health Teams
Directors of Resident Care
Health Professionals
Risk Managers
Social Workers
Patient Care Advocates
In-House Lawyers and Counsel in Long-Term Care, Retirement, Hospitals
Lawyers Practicing Health and/or Elder Law

Aboriginal Law: Critical and Emerging Issues
2024-12-05 | Online
What You’ll Learn
Who Should Attend
Faculty
Pricing and Group Rates
Financial Assistance
CPD and Accreditation
FAQs
Client and Technical Support

Register

Aboriginal law is evolving constantly. New and complex issues are on the horizon. Do you have what you need to navigate the challenges and advise with confidence?
With rapid developments in the caselaw, legislation and policy changes, professionals working in the Aboriginal law arena need to be on top of things. Over one intensive day, drill down on the critical issues and acquire the key information and practical strategies you need to successfully navigate these complex issues.
Benefit from the insights and experience of our national faculty of senior lawyers and government, community and industry representatives as they grapple with the current and emerging challenges and opportunities.

Can’t Make the Date? Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.

What You’ll Learn

Critical Case Law Update: the key cases and how they impact your practice
The UNDRIP Era: where we are at and what’s ahead
Operationalizing Indigenous Laws, including thoughtful guidance on:
Self-governance and co-management agreements
Parallel environmental assessments
Navigating the ramifications of Rio Tinto
Equity Participation in Resource Development – past lessons learned for future success
“Legislative Reconciliation”: Reconciling Canadian and Indigenous Laws

PLUS! Join us in person to connect with colleagues and expand your network.

Who Should Attend

Lawyers practicing in the areas of Aboriginal law, natural resources, environmental and Constitutional law
Government policy advisors, lawyers and officials – federal, provincial and municipal sectors
In-House Counsel, particularly those working in the energy, resource and infrastructure development sectors
Leaders, councillors and advisors of Indigenous communities
Negotiators and mediators for Indigenous communities, government and industry

Evaluating forensic science evidence featuring Professor Gary Edmond FRSN FAAL
2024-12-05 16:30 - 18:00 | Online
Drawing upon mainstream scientific practice and advice to the courts, this presentation will explain what lawyers need to know – as a minimum – in order to evaluate and contest forensic science evidence. It is particularly concerned with validation, error, accuracy and cognitive bias. It will use the examples of identification from CCTV images and fingerprint comparison to explain these concepts and their implications. The presentation will also explain why trial safeguards and traditional challenges are often less effective than imagined.
Participants may claim up to 1.5 hours of CPD with LSBC.
Criminal Scholars Series is a co-production of the Criminal Defense Advocacy Society and Courthouse Libraries BC.
Speaker
Professor Gary Edmond FRSN FAAL
