The Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador

Trauma-Informed Leadership
2026-05-13 10:00 - 13:00 (America/St_Johns) | Online
A compassionate and trauma-informed approach to leadership is essential for creating healthy workplace cultures. Trauma is prevalent in our world and has an impact on many of the people we interact with, including staff and colleagues. Based on our book, A Little Book About Trauma-Informed Workplaces, this workshop explores how to lead with a trauma-informed approach and provides five key principles that trauma-informed workplaces embody. By embracing these principles, organizations can contribute to the positive transformation of individuals and relationships affected by trauma, while at the same time creating the conditions that lead to high levels of employee engagement and organizational success. Every organization, from any sector, can benefit from becoming trauma-informed.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Discuss the prevalence and impact of trauma on individuals and organizations
List five key trauma-informed principles
Describe practical strategies for implementing each of the five trauma-informed principles
Assess their own organization for areas of trauma-informed strengths and weakness

Method of Delivery
Presentation, video, personal reflection, and small group discussions, delivered electronically.

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.
Note: An e-manual for this workshop is included in purchase.

Some of the Topics Included

Trauma’s Ripple Effect
The Impact of Trauma in the Workplace
Characteristics of a Trauma-Informed Leader
5 Principles of Trauma-Informed Workplaces – Promote Awareness, Shift Attitudes, Provide Choice, Foster Safety, Highlight Strengths
Steps for Implementing Principles

Target Audience
This is an intermediate-advanced level workshop for 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.
Participants 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.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

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. 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.

Access & Privacy Law: Trusted Innovation in the Age of Information
2026-05-13 13:30 - 14:30 | Online
In this session, Michael Harvey, Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia and former Information and Privacy Commissioner for Newfoundland and Labrador will elaborate on how the pace of changing technology touches every part of his office’s mandate. He will share his view that the online world is today integrated into every aspect of our lives and ask the question, “How can new technologies work for us, rather than us working for them?” Commissioner Harvey will also provide his perspective on trends he is seeing as a regulator and share some of his office’s recent work.
We will also be joined by current Information and Privacy Commissioner for Newfoundland and Labrador, Kerry Hatfield, who will provide a Newfoundland and Labrador perspective, with a focus on access to information, transparency, and the practical realities of administering access and privacy legislation. Together, this session will offer a well-rounded discussion on the current and future state of information governance in an increasingly digital world.
This session will be of interest to anyone working in privacy, administrative law, public sector practice, or those navigating access to information and data management in their day-to-day work.
Event Details
📅 Date/Time: Wednesday May 13, 2026, 1:30pm-2:30pm
📍 Location: Virtual
💲 Fee: Free for members | $50 + HST for non-members (emt or chq)
Register here or email Robyn at cba-nl@cba.org

Panel Discussion on Restorative Justice
2026-05-13 19:00 - 21:00
RFNL has been invited to participate in a panel discussion on restorative justice organized by MHA Sheilagh O’Leary and the NDP Caucus. The event will take place on May 13 from 7:00–9:00 pm at The Hub, 21 Merrymeeting Road, St. John’s.
Restorative justice offers a different path forward, one rooted in accountability, healing, relationship, and community. This panel will explore how restorative justice can strengthen communities, support those most impacted by harm, and help build more just and equitable systems.
The conversation will bring together people with lived experience, frontline advocates, and community organizations who are advancing restorative justice in practical and meaningful ways. Panelists will share insights, challenges, and opportunities for change, with time for open discussion, questions, and shared dialogue at the end.
Panelists include:

Jessica Webb, Community and Justice Coordinator, Relationships First Newfoundland and Labrador
Dan McGettigan, Turnings
First Light
Melissa Noseworthy, John Howard Society

Moderated by: Mike Murray
For more information, please visit the event page or reach out directly to ndpinfo@gov.nl.ca.
All are welcome to attend.

Drafting Wills to Avoid Claims and Litigation - with Jenny Bogod
2026-05-14 13:30 - 15:00 | 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 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.

ON: This program contains 1.5 Professionalism hours.
BC: This program has been approved for 1.5 CPD hours of professional responsibility and ethics, client care and relations, and/or practice management.
SK: This program qualifies for 1.5 CPD hours (1.5 of which qualify as ethics hours) under the Law Society of SK CPD Policy.
Lawyers in other mandatory CPD jurisdictions may count their attendance towards their CPD requirement/plan.
Seminar Partners is an Accredited Provider of Professionalism Content by the Law Society of Ontario and a pre-approved CPD Provider of the Law Society of British Columbia.
*The circumstances under which CPD credit will be recognized for watching archive programs vary by province. If you are viewing the recording of the live webinar, please verify with your law society the circumstances under which they will recognize CPD hours for the recording.

Technical Information:
Live 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.

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Who Should Attend
This program will benefit lawyers of all experience levels whose practice includes estate planning or estate litigation.

About the Program
Every will is both a blueprint — and a potential liability exposure. While no will can eliminate all risk, many disputes arise from recurring and preventable drafting and process errors. In this 90-minute practical webinar, estates litigation lawyer and preferred counsel for LAWPRO, Jenny Bogod, examines common categories of will-drafting mistakes that lead to litigation and professional negligence claims. Drawing on leading jurisprudence and real-world experience, the session highlights where drafting lawyers most often get into trouble and, more importantly, how to avoid those problems at the drafting stage. By the end of the webinar, you will be able to:

Better understand the scope of the drafting lawyer’s duties and risk exposure
Identify recurring drafting errors that generate litigation
Recognize clause-level vulnerabilities before they become disputes
Implement protective drafting techniques and file practices that reduce claims and challenges

This program focuses on concrete drafting and process improvements, not abstract doctrine. The goal is to help you draft wills that are less likely to be litigated and more defensible if they are. Before you finalize your next will, ask yourself: If this clause were litigated tomorrow, would I be comfortable defending it? If the answer is anything short of “absolutely”, join us to sharpen your drafting and pressure-test your precedents against current litigation trends!

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 (Eastern)
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Welcome and Introduction Remarks
Absence of Proper Gift-over Clauses
Disinheriting or Excluding Beneficiaries
Failure to Provide for Ultimate Residue Distribution
Life Interest Clauses Lacking Sufficient Particulars
Trust Drafting Failures
Managing Capacity and Undue Influence Risks
Program Wrap-up and Evaluation

Trauma-Informed Lawyering - Free Session
2026-05-15 09:00 - 12:30 | Online
The Journey Project Legal Support Service (JPLSS) is a collaboration between the Journey Project team and trained lawyers who are interested in supporting survivors of sexual violence and intimate partner violence in Newfoundland and Labrador.
The JPLSS offers survivors at least 4 hours of free-to-them legal advice from trained, private practice lawyers. Lawyers are compensated for their time spent directly consulting with clients referred by Journey’s Legal Support Navigators.
Lawyers who wish to participate in this program must participate in a free half-day training session on supporting survivors through a trauma-informed lens. A virtual training is being offered on Friday, May 15 from 9:00am – 12:30pm. This training offers a unique opportunity to build the skills and knowledge of legal professionals and make practicing lawyers eligible to join the Journey Project Legal Support Service.
Training will cover:
– identifying and understanding trauma and its impacts
– the neurobiology of trauma
– rationale and principles of trauma-informed lawyering
– trauma-informed responses to disclosures
– burnout, empathic strain, and vicarious trauma
This seminar is free and, *subject to the provisions of the Law Society’s Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Requirements, may constitute 3.5 hours of eligible CLE activities.
To register visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/May2026TIL
For more information contact Janet Lee, Provincial Director, at 709-986-2801 or janet@journeyprojectnl.com

Respectful Workplaces: Strategies for a Healthy Environment
2026-05-20 | Online
A respectful workplace is a prerequisite for building a healthy and successful organization. Respectful workplaces not only foster productivity, they also contribute to employee well-being. This workshop explores the components of respect and addresses individual responsibilities within the work environment. Participants will learn how to voice their expectations as well as initiate and respond to difficult conversations about disrespectful behaviour. This training will help provide the attitudes and skills necessary to contribute to creating and sustaining a respectful work environment.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Define respect and explain how it is experienced in the workplace
List behaviours that are associated with discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment, and gender harassment
Describe their role in creating a respectful workplace

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

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

Some of the Topics Included

The Cost of Disrespect – Human and Financial
The Legal Framework for Respect
Grey Areas in Respect
Identifying Unhealthy Environments
Assessing Your Workplace
Markers of Healthy Environments
Assessing for Disrespect
Steps to Deal with Disrespect
Your Part in Maintaining Respect
Employee and Employer Responsibilities
Strategies for Change
Respectful Workplace Policies

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

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
The 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.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.
Participants 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.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

Facilitator: Laura Matlashewski
Laura is a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) with a passion for creating engaging, collaborative, and rewarding workplaces. With 20 years of experience in the private and public sectors, Laura knows an organization’s culture, leadership, and team environment are key elements to drive success within teams and across functions. Additionally, she knows that business owners and leaders have the ability to create an environment to accomplish that success while driving high performance and results. Laura uses a genuine and transparent approach to ensure stakeholders buy-in and understand the intricacies and application of changes and how they impact a workforce.

Free Webinar - Rules, Standards, and Strategy: Using AI to Map the Evolution of Judicial Reasoning, with Professor Norman Siebrasse
2026-05-20 12:00 - 13:15 | Online
Seminar Overview:
Professor Norman Siebrasse – a name certainly familiar to any UNB Law graduate – will lead this seminar examining the judicial reasoning style of the Supreme Court of Canada. He led one of the first large-scale, AI-assisted empirical studies of Supreme Court jurisprudence in Canada, systematically mapping how the Court’s reasoning style has shifted over time, with particular focus on the distinction between rules and standards – and why that distinction matters for practising lawyers.
The session will explore how judicial reasoning style affects predictability, litigation risk, evidentiary burdens, and appellate strategy. Using a structured and validated rubric, Professor Siebrasse and his team analyzed decades of Supreme Court decisions across subject areas, identifying measurable trends in doctrinal reasoning over time.
Participants will gain insight into the project’s methodology, including how AI can be deployed to analyze qualitative legal concepts and the strengths and limitations of that approach. The seminar will also consider how similar structured methodologies may be adapted by practitioners, academics, and regulators in their own contexts.
Looking forward, the session will address the future of empirical legal analysis in Canada and the responsible integration of AI into professional legal work.
Professor Siebrasse will also provide an overview of a separate AI drafting and editing tool he is developing – designed to assist lawyers in refining written work while preserving their individual voice.
Seminar Presenter:
Professor Norman Siebrasse, University of New Brunswick, Faculty of Law
Professor Siebrasse joined UNB Law in 1993, after receiving an LLM from the University of Chicago and clerking at the Supreme Court of Canada for the Honourable Madam Justice McLachlin during the 1991-1992 term. His research and writing focuses on patent law, particularly pharmaceutical patent law, patent remedies and the intersection of intellectual property law and commercial law.
To register for this seminar, please click here.
CPD Credit: 1.25 hours

Reconciliation in the Workplace: Meaningful Actions for Teams
2026-05-21 | Online
Reconciliation is often spoken about, but what does it actually look like? This thought-provoking workshop invites you to move beyond surface-level actions to explore the heart of reconciliation in a meaningful, actionable way.
By learning the historical context and understanding why reconciliation matters today, you will gain practical insights for developing authentic relationships with Indigenous peoples and communities. This workshop encourages open dialogue, self-reflection, and connection – essential steps for anyone seeking to contribute to reconciliation in their workplace and beyond.
Whether you’re just beginning or deepening your journey, this workshop offers your team the tools and perspectives needed to help turn good intentions into meaningful action.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Define reconciliation
Identify historical oppression
Explain the connection between colonization and its present-day impacts
Describe the influence of dominant discourses
Recognize Indigenous cultural aspects and practices
Demonstrate cultural competency and awareness
Implement personal or organizational reconciliation plans
Describe the importance of reciprocal relationships
Identify components of meaningful reconciliation plans

Method of Delivery
Presentation, experiential practice, personal reflection, small group discussions, and reciprocal learning with a two-eyed seeing perspective.

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.
Note: An e-manual for this workshop is included in purchase.

Some of the Topics Included

Defining Reconciliation
Unpacking the History of Colonization
The Present-Day Impacts of Colonization
Building Self-Awareness
Expanding Cultural Competency
The Role of Relationships
Navigating Your Reconciliation Journey

Target Audience
This workshop is for leaders, managers, team members, and anyone who is committed to reconciliation and creating a culture of inclusivity, understanding, and collaboration in their organization.

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
The 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.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.
Participants 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.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

Facilitator: Heather Woodward
Heather is a Registered Social Worker with over 25 years of experience supporting individuals and teams and working directly in demanding and stressful environments. Drawing on a Master of Social Work degree grounded in Indigenous Knowledge, she brings a decolonizing and practical approach to leadership that emphasizes wholisitc wellness for all. Heather works to empower individuals, leaders, and teams to navigate stress, build resilience, and create cultures of honesty, balance, and trust. When she is not leading workshops with ACHIEVE, Heather works one-on-one at her own private practice as a therapist, supporting people who are experiencing burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma from their high-stress, high-demand careers. Heather is known for her straightforward, relatable, and compassionate style – cutting through complexity to help people see themselves clearly and lead with authenticity. She believes leadership begins with strong self-awareness, and that personal insight is the foundation of sustainable performance and connection.

Canadian Association of Law Libraries Annual Conference 2026
2026-05-24 - 2026-05-27
The Canadian Association of Law Libraries (CALL/ACBD) invites you to participate in its upcoming annual conference, taking place in Moncton from 24-27 May 2026, under the theme “Currents of Resilience”.
The full program is available on the conference website, and early-bird registration rates remain in effect until April 17. It is also noted that bar members who attend substantive sessions may request Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits from their respective law societies.
The CALL/ACBD conference brings together approximately 200 legal information professionals, academics, and jurists from across Canada. The event provides an opportunity for participating societies to engage with developments in legal information practice and to highlight their ongoing commitment to professional excellence within the legal community.
A range of participation options are available on a first-come, first-served basis, including:
• The delegate registration kiosk• A keynote session• An educational or substantive session• And more
For more information, please visit the event website here.

Commercial Arbitration 2026
2026-05-26 | Online
From arbitration foundations to advanced issues
—Rebroadcasts—
On the rebroadcast date, you will have until midnight of that rebroadcast date to access the course. Please note that technical support will be available during regular CLEBC business hours.
Summer Series 2026
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Can’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?
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Subscribe 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.
Who should attend: Litigation counsel, in-house counsel, and corporate solicitors—at all levels of experience
Learning level: All levels
Join experienced panels of arbitration counsel and arbitrators as they take on the tough foundational and emerging issues surrounding arbitration.
The first half of the program will examine arbitration foundations and will consider fundamental issues, such as the differences and advantages of arbitration when compared with litigation, the drafting of arbitration agreements, whether to involve an arbitral institution, and financial considerations arising in arbitration.
The second half of the program shifts to advanced issues surrounding arbitration itself, such as a party that does not want to engage in arbitration, issues around the scope of what can be arbitrated, the role of summary resolution, and last but not least, the place of appeals in the arbitral framework.
This is CLEBC’s comprehensive program on commercial arbitration.
Whether you are new to arbitration or a seasoned pro, this content-packed course will be of critical interest to you.
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 Chair
Ludmila B. Herbst, KC — Farris LLP, Vancouver

Advancing People-Centred Justice in Canada: Data Sharing and Knowledge Building
2026-05-26 - 2026-05-28
Location: Ottawa, Canada

REGISTER HERE

What to Expect

The conference will bring together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, community organizations, and justice system leaders from across Canada and beyond to explore what it means to build a people-centred justice system that learns, adapts, and earns public trust. Panels will explore participation and power, language and understanding, court data and evaluation, professional roles and regulation, design and innovation (including AI), justice in rural and remote contexts, and the funding structures that sustain system change.

Venue

The conference will take place at Library and Archives Canada
(395 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0N4).
The opening ceremony will take place at the Supreme Court of Canada (301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J1).
For more information, or to register, please click here.

Free Legal Clinic offered by the Law Society and PLIAN
2026-05-26 09:00 - 21:00

Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace
2026-05-27 | Online
Given that many of us spend about 60 percent of our time at work, organizations can significantly influence our sense of psychological safety. When people feel afraid to make mistakes, ask for help, or share opinions and concerns, it may mean the organization is not psychologically safe. The fear is that they will be judged, reacted to harshly, or even punished for speaking up.
A psychologically safe workplace is one where people feel comfortable expressing themselves and have the confidence to bring issues or ideas forward to both employers and colleagues, leading to a culture of learning, innovation, and collaboration.
This workshop explores the key characteristics of a psychologically healthy and safe workplace, and the roles both employees and employers play in creating this environment. You will explore the 13 factors of psychological safety and practice strategies to enhance, support, and maintain psychological health in your organization.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Understand the 13 factors of psychological health and safety that impact employee well-being in the workplace
Assess the psychological health and safety factors from the perspective of your workplace environment
Identify strengths and areas for improvement in your own workplace
Develop ideas and strategies for integrating the factors of psychological health and safety into your workplace, both as a manager and an employee

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

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.
Note: An e-manual for this workshop is included in purchase.

Some of the Topics Included

The 13 Factors That Impact Psychological Safety
Benefits of Promoting Psychological Safety
How Employees Can Support Psychological Safety
How Organizations Can Implement Psychologically Safe Practices
Assessing Your Organization’s Psychological Safety

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

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
The 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.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.
Participants 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.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

Facilitator: Jennifer Kelly
Jennifer is a facilitator and instructional designer with over 12 years’ experience designing and delivering in-class and online training workshops. She holds a Master of Arts in Applied Communication and a Bachelor of Post-Secondary Education. Jennifer has designed and facilitated courses in core areas such as workplace psychological safety, interpersonal communication, and conflict resolution. As a certified Positive Psychology Coach, she has trained in the study of workplace wellness and personal well-being. Jennifer is passionate about creating psychological safety in the workplace and believes it is what truly leads to high-performing and motivated teams. She is an energetic and thoughtful presenter who is committed to providing learning experiences that are fun, engaging, and easily applicable. Read blogs written by Jennifer here.

Management and Supervision: The Crucial Skills
2026-05-28 | Online
One of the most difficult and often overlooked aspects of moving into a supervisory or management position is developing the skills necessary to truly manage people. Without intentional training, many new managers are left to figure things out on their own – for better or worse. Like all skills, effective management and supervisory skills must be learned. This workshop presents the crucial skills for managing employment relationships from beginning to end, with particular focus on hiring and performance management. Participants will also consider how their communication and personal approach to management affects the people they lead.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

To appreciate the critical role of management and supervision in creating healthy workplaces
To understand their own management style and how that may affect those they supervise
How to hire and initiate the employment relationship to create the best chance of generating engagement
How to manage the employment relationship through performance management practices
How to initiate discipline in ways that are respectful and dignified for all parties

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

Some of the Topics Included

The Role of Management
Essential Management Aptitudes and Skills
Management Styles Assessment
How to Adapt Your Management Style
Hiring New Employees for Talent and Fit
Managing Employee Performance
Writing Objective Performance Evaluations
Stages of Progressive Discipline
Terminating the Employment Relationship

Target Audience
This is an introductory-intermediate level workshop for leaders, managers and supervisors, and anyone who is a leader 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.
Participants 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.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

Trainer: Marc Charbonneau
Marc is an entrepreneurial business consultant with over 20 years of leadership experience, specializing in strategic planning, business development, and project management. He is a graduate from the Royal Military College of Canada with a Bachelor of Computer Engineering. Marc served in the Royal Canadian Navy as a Naval Combat Systems Engineering Officer. Upon retirement from the RCN, Marc transitioned to the private sector. He has held progressive leadership positions at Lockheed Martin Canada, Bluedrop Training and Simulation, Ultra Electronics Maritime Systems, Irving Shipbuilding and the Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security. Marc recognizes the importance of supporting and serving those we lead. He believes people are our best assets, and organizations thrive and succeed when our teams are engaged with an inspiring purpose, are guided by values-based leadership, and are supported with processes and tools to get the job done. Marc is an engaging presenter who likes to weave pertinent examples pulled from his personal and professional experiences, and he encourages meaningful exchanges amongst participants to further reinforce the lesson at hand.

Trauma-Informed Care: Building a Culture of Strength
2026-06-02 | Online
Trauma is prevalent in our world and has an impact on many of the people we interact with, including those who engage with our organizations. Compassionate and trauma-informed care is essential to providing effective support and building sustainable services. Based on our book, A Little Book About Trauma-Informed Workplaces, this workshop explores five key principles to integrate a trauma-informed approach throughout the organization. By embracing these principles, participants can better contribute to the positive transformation of individuals and relationships affected by trauma. Becoming trauma-informed creates a sustainable foundation in any setting to promote strength, engagement, and healing.
Please note: This workshop does not provide training related to trauma counselling. If that is what you are looking for, please check out our workshop, Trauma – Counselling Strategies for Healing and Resilience.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Discuss the prevalence and impact of trauma on individuals and organizations
List five key trauma-informed principles
Describe practical strategies for implementing each of the five trauma-informed principles
Assess their own organization for areas of trauma-informed strengths and weakness
Identify trauma-informed goals to improve service delivery and program planning

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

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.
Note: An e-manual for this workshop is included in purchase.

Some of the Topics Included

Trauma’s Ripple Effect
What Is Trauma-Informed Care?
Building a Trauma-Informed Culture
Understanding Trauma
5 Principles of a Trauma-Informed Approach – Promote Awareness, Shift Attitudes, Provide Choice, Foster Safety, Highlight Strengths
Post-Traumatic Growth and Resilience
Steps for Implementing Principles

Target Audience
This is an introductory-intermediate level workshop intended for anyone interested in learning more about the value of trauma-informed workplaces.

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
The 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.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.
Participants 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.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

Facilitator: Monica Bhatara, MA
Monica has over 25 years of experience working in the community-based social services field as a Therapist and Community Educator. She is a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor, Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, and Focusing-Oriented Therapist. Monica has worked both in clinical settings for various programs and served in a leadership role as Director of Clinical Practice, providing her expertise to clinical and non-clinical programs that focus on family preservation and reunification, complex intergenerational trauma, trauma-informed practice, and clinical supervision. In addition to training with CTRI, she has a private counselling practice where she incorporates somatic work, play and expressive therapies, and interpersonal neurobiology in her work with children, youth, and adults. Monica believes in the power of human resiliency and the importance of building the capacity of paraprofessionals and non-clinical workers because they play a vital role on the therapy spectrum. As a trainer, she brings stimulating stories and a style that promotes engagement and facilitates learning.

Difficult Conversations: Strategies for Challenging Discussions
2026-06-03 | 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

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.
Participants 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.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

Author: Andrew Wychnenka
Andrew is a conflict management professional with over a decade of experience in delivering conflict management services such as mediation, coaching, and training in a variety of sectors. He is passionate about helping people understand conflict and find solutions to problems that seem insurmountable on their own. He has a bachelor’s degree in Conflict Resolution Studies and Psychology and holds a Chartered Mediator designation through the Alternative Dispute Resolution Institute of Canada. He has conducted over 100 mediation processes in court, family, workplace, and community settings, and has over 18 years of service as a leader in the Canadian military, which includes a deployment to Afghanistan. He also spent five years as a conflict management expert for a government department where he offered internal mediation services, training, and group processes. Andrew believes that a having a mindset that focuses on seeking understanding is the key to resolving conflict. As a facilitator, he is passionate about making the content of a workshop relatable through practical examples and dialogue among participants.

Domestic Contracts Webinar
2026-06-03 12:00 - 13:30 | Online
Building Cultural Competency to Support Muslim Women
A webinar series intended for social service providers, Muslim women, and Ontario lawyers.
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EST
Webinar via Zoom
Join CCMW LAW (Legal Advocacy for Women) for an informative webinar exploring domestic contracts through both Canadian and Muslim family law frameworks.
*This webinar includes:

1 hour of Professionalism Content
30 minutes of EDI Professionalism Content

Registration is free. Please click here to register.

Microsoft Excel Basics for Lawyers
2026-06-04 13:30 - 15:00 | Online
Offered By
D.E. Systems
Who Should Attend
This program will benefit lawyers and other legal professionals who want to learn how to use Microsoft Excel to improve their work product and efficiency.

About the Program
If you have any version of Microsoft Office, then you already have Microsoft Excel. But most lawyers either underutilize or don’t use Excel. Stop wasting this powerful tool! Excel is a versatile, convenient software program that can make you more efficient and organized in your daily law practice. It can help you log billable hours, track expenses, calculate interest on judgments, manage client information, keep an eye on cases, and create template forms. This introductory course with Master Microsoft Office Instructor Frank Byl will acquaint you with all the fundamentals you need to boost your confidence using Microsoft Excel in your practice. Using legal-related spreadsheet examples, Frank will teach you how to:

Create, edit, and save workbooks and worksheets
Insert and delete rows, columns and cells
Move, copy, and format data
Use autofill
Insert and copy formulas to track costs and case details
Sort and filter long lists, including client information
Create template forms
Use page layout commands to set up for printing
Use shortcuts to save time

You’ll learn how having Excel skills can be an important advantage for today’s legal professional. No previous Excel knowledge is required. Registrants will receive practice exercises as part of the course materials.

Meet Your Presenter
Frank Byl is the Founder and President of PowerConcepts Computer Training (Vancouver and Kelowna, BC). He has a degree in education and is a Microsoft Master Instructor since 2003. Over the last 26 years Frank and his team have trained over 50,000 individuals and worked with hundreds of companies and government organizations of every size. Frank brings a refreshing, humorous and insightful perspective on how to better manage information and tools using Office 365 and SharePoint.

Schedule (Eastern)
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Welcome and Introduction
Understanding the screen, Screen tips and Ribbon
Managing the workbook
Managing the worksheet
Entering and formatting data
Using formulas
Formatting the worksheets
Printing
Wrap-up and Program Evaluation

Register

Benchers’ Meeting
2026-06-05 09:30 - 11:00 | Online
Please note that the next Benchers’ meeting will take place on Friday, 5 June 2026, at 9:30 am. Anyone wishing to attend a Benchers’ meeting:

is required to provide notice of attendance to the Law Society by emailing erowe@lsnl.ca;
will not be permitted to use audio or video recording devices or communication devices during the meeting;
shall not speak, unless invited to do so by the President;
must observe and obey all rulings of the President; and
shall leave if the meeting is declared closed to the public or if asked to do so by the President.

At 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.
Please RSVP by noon, Monday, 1 June 2026, to Erin Rowe at erowe@lsnl.ca if you plan to attend the Benchers’ Meeting.

Law Society Annual General Meeting
2026-06-05 14:00 - 16:00
The Annual General Meeting of the Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador will be held, in person, at 2:00 pm on Friday, 5 June 2026, at the Law Society Building, 196-198 Water Street, St. John’s.
Please RSVP by noon, Monday, 1 June 2026, to Erin Rowe at erowe@lsnl.ca if you plan to attend the AGM.
View the Audited Financial Statements, here.
The Annual Report will be posted on our website as soon as it becomes available.

Law Society Annual Dinner & Cocktail Reception
2026-06-05 18:30 - 21:00
The Law Society’s Annual Dinner and Cocktail Reception will be held on the evening of Friday, 5 June 2026, at the Emera Innovation Exchange.
Cost: $100.00 per person ($86.95 + $13.05 HST)
Cash Bar: 6:30 p.m.
Dinner: 7:00 p.m.
Dress: Business Suit, Semi-Formal
To RSVP, please complete the registration form and send it to Erin Rowe at erowe@lsnl.ca, no later than Friday, 29 May 2026.

Mastering Civil Litigation 2026: Select Topics Edition
2026-06-08 - 2026-06-09 | Online
The critical elements of civil litigation unpacked!
—Rebroadcasts—
On the rebroadcast date, you will have until midnight of that rebroadcast date to access the course. Please note that technical support will be available during regular CLEBC business hours.
Summer Series 2026
Thursday and Friday, July 16 and 17, 2026
Thursday and Friday, July 23 and 24, 2026
Can’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?

Subscribe 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.
Who should attend: Civil litigators at all levels who want an intensive course on effective civil litigation strategy and advocacy
Learning level: All levels
This two-day course will provide training on effective civil litigation strategy and advocacy over the arc of a file, from the commencement of a civil proceeding through to the hearing on the merits. The faculty will present practical guidance and strategies on the key procedural steps of a civil litigation file. The course will also offer views from the bench on effective advocacy in chambers and at trial.
Over the course of two days, you will learn:

how to properly frame your case with pleadings
how to gather the evidence you need to prove your case
whether to advance pre-trial applications, and how to prepare effective application materials, including drafting affidavit evidence
effective use of summary trial
strategies for, and counsel’s duties when, engaging with self-represented litigants
proceeding by petition post-Cepuran
preparing your case for trial
the key components of a civil trial
views from the bench on effective chambers and trial advocacy

This course is an excellent complement to any law firm’s in-house training. This year’s program is a reboot of the long-standing CLEBC program Civil Litigation Basics.
Law Society of BC CPD Hours: 12 hours (this course will contain a minimum of 2 hours pertaining to professional responsibility and ethics, client care and relations, and/or practice management)
Course Chairs
Justice Jacqueline D. Hughes — Supreme Court of BC, Vancouver
Rebecca J. Robb — Hunter Litigation Chambers, Vancouver

Managing the Unexpected
2026-06-09 | Online
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.
This 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.
You’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.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Assess the impact of unexpected, people-related disruptions
Use leadership tools and skills to provide an effective, timely response
Interpret and predict the needs of your team
Cultivate a culture of readiness so that your team is prepared
Demonstrate compassionate, calm, and clear communication under pressure

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

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.
Note: An e-manual for this workshop is included in purchase.

Some of the Topics Included

Understanding the Impacts of Unexpected Events
Avoiding the Pitfalls of Ineffective Leadership
Effective Communication and Decision-Making Under Pressure
Cultivating a Culture of Readiness
Addressing Common Destabilizing Disruptions

Target Audience
This 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.

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
The 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.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.
Participants 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.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

Facilitator: Kristen Deuzeman
Kristen is an Organizational Psychologist who specializes in psychological assessments. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Ottawa, and her graduate work at both the University of Ottawa and Concordia University. In addition to training with ACHIEVE, Kristen is the clinical director for a psychological services agency. As a leader, she believes that continuous development and self-awareness is essential to one’s ability to serve others. As a trainer, Kristen combines her experience in organizational psychology and clinical work to enhance self-discovery and skill development for participants. She is a passionate facilitator who uses warmth and humour to create engaging and meaningful workshops. Read blogs written by Kristen here.

Assertive Communication
2026-06-10 | Online
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.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Define assertive communication
Practice giving an assertive opinion
Discuss personal boundaries and practice saying no when appropriate
Outline the steps for giving corrective feedback in the form of a DESO script
Identify options for responding to negative feedback

Method of Delivery
Presentation, video, experiential practice, personal reflection, delivered electronically.

Some of the Topics Included

What’s Required for Effective Communication
Assertiveness Self-Assessment
Characteristics of Aggressive and Passive Communicators
Assertive Communicator Characteristics
Assertive Body Language
Guidelines for Offering an Opinion
Strategies for Giving Directions
How to Say “No” Assertively
Skills for Making Requests
Giving Corrective Feedback
Dealing with Difficult Responses

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.
Participants 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.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

Trainer: Jessica Antony
Jessica 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.

Advanced Securities 2026: Series
2026-06-11 09:00 - 12:30 | Online
Your essential review of this past year’s securities law developments!
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Thursday, June 25, 2026
9:00 am – 12:30 pm (both days)
via webinar only
—Rebroadcasts—
On the rebroadcast date, you will have until midnight of that rebroadcast date to access the course. Please note that technical support will be available during regular CLEBC business hours.
Summer Series 2026
Friday, July 17, 2026
Friday, July 24, 2026
Can’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?
Want online CPD available 24/7?
Subscribe 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.
Who should attend: Securities law practitioners (both solicitors and litigators)
Learning level: Advanced
Securities practice doesn’t always leave much time for you to keep up with all the developments and transactions happening in the market.
Because it’s hard to leave your desk for a whole day, once again, we’ve split this course into a two-part series. This will be your efficient solution to learning about the latest developments. Leading securities practitioners have curated only the most important big transactions, trends, and hot topics to discuss with you. As always, we look forward to sharing with you the ever-popular and valuable Case Law Update. You will leave this series confident and current.
Don’t worry if you can’t make one of the sessions. If you register for the COMBO, you can access subsequent rebroadcasts in July and December 2026 for free! Rebroadcast dates to be confirmed at a later date.
Join us for Day 1 Session or Day 2 Session, or both days.

Navigating the Civil Resolution Tribunal: A Decade of Progress, Practice, and Practical Tips 2026
2026-06-11 12:00 - 13:30 | Online
—Rebroadcasts—
On the rebroadcast date, you will have until midnight of that rebroadcast date to access the course. Please note that technical support will be available during regular CLEBC business hours.
Summer Series 2026
Monday, July 13, 2026
Monday, July 20, 2026
Can’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?
Want online CPD available 24/7?
Subscribe 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.
Who should attend: All litigators, paralegals, and other legal professionals
Learning level: All levels
The Civil Resolution Tribunal (CRT) opened its virtual doors to applicants as Canada’s first online tribunal in July 2016. In the last 10 years, what began as a small tribunal focused on strata property disputes has evolved into a dynamic institution that now also handles a wide range of matters, including small claims, motor vehicle accident disputes, and claims under the Intimate Images Protection Act, among others. Today, with a growing team of over 100 dedicated professionals, the CRT continues to lead the way in online dispute resolution, transforming how Canadians resolve legal disputes.
Whether you are already familiar with the CRT’s dispute resolution process or are new to it and seeking to better serve your clients, this course has something for everyone. Gain unique insights into how the CRT has transformed the landscape of dispute resolution in Canada and learn how you can leverage its tools for the most effective outcomes.
At this course, you will learn about:

the CRT’s journey: from its early days adjudicating only strata property disputes to its current breadth, hear about the CRT’s evolution and its impact on access to justice
what’s next?: understand the CRT’s future, including upcoming changes and developments based on the findings of the CRT’s recent organizational review
practical tips: join Shelley Lopez, CRT Chair, and Kate Campbell, Vice Chair of Quality Assurance, as they share insider knowledge on navigating the CRT’s dispute resolution process. Learn the dos and don’ts directly from the decision-makers themselves and gain valuable guidance you can use to help your clients achieve the most timely and fair resolutions possible

This course is designed for anyone who uses the CRT’s dispute resolution process and those who are looking to understand how the tribunal operates. Whether you are representing clients, dealing with a personal dispute, or simply curious about the CRT’s impact on the justice system, you will walk away with practical tips and knowledge to help you resolve your CRT disputes more effectively.
Join us for this special lunchtime session and celebrate 10 years of accessible, online dispute resolution with the CRT!
Law Society of BC CPD Hours: 1.5 hours (this course does not contain professional responsibility and ethics, client care and relations, and/or practice management)
Course Chairs
Kate Campbell — Vice Chair-Quality Assurance, Civil Resolution Tribunal, Victoria
Shelley Lopez — Chair, Civil Resolution Tribunal, Victoria

Women’s Health, Hormones, and Burnout: A Two-Part Lunch-and-Learn Series
2026-06-11 12:30 - 13:30 | Online
Join the Atlantic CBA Branches for a practical, evidence-informed wellness series with Dr. Ashley Margeson, ND, exploring how hormonal transitions, chronic stress, and burnout intersect with realistic strategies to support capacity in demanding roles.
Event Details
📅 Date/Time: Friday May 1, 2026, & Thursday June 11, 2026 12:30pm-1:30pm
📍 Location: Virtual
💲 Fee: Free for members | $20 + HST for non-members (emt or chq)
Register HERE or email Robyn cba-nl@cba.org

Silent No More: Virtual Tour of the Former Mohawk Institute Indian Residential School
2026-06-12 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
In partnership with the Woodland Cultural Centre, the Canadian Race Relations Foundation is pleased to offer Silent No More—an impactful virtual experience designed to encourage awareness, education , and reflection on the legacy of Indian residential schools in Canada.
Space is limited, and only two sessions are available. Participants are asked to register for one session only, to make sure others can access it as well. Please note that this workshop will not be recorded.
Join on one of the following dates:

June 12, 2026 | 1:00–2:30 PM ET
September 17, 2026 | 1:00–2:30 PM ET

About the webinar:
This experience takes participants through the 140-year history of the Mohawk Institute, offering insight into the realities of life within the institution. Viewers will explore key spaces throughout the building, including the boys’ and girls’ dormitories, cafeteria, laundry room, and other areas, while gaining a deeper understanding of the lived experiences of the children who attended. Created in collaboration with Thru the Reddoor, the tour is led by a guide and features reflections and interviews with five Survivors of the Mohawk Institute. Their voices bring depth, truth, and a lived experience perspective to the history shared throughout the tour.
What to expect:

A guided virtual tour of the former Mohawk Institute Residential School
Historical context spanning over 140 years
Survivor experiences and interviews
Opportunity for live Q&A and discussion with a Cultural Interpreter
French simultaneous translation available

We invite educators, organizations, community groups, and all those committed to understanding Canada’s history and the impacts of colonialism. Please register for the event and feel free to share this invitation with your network.
Event Registration:
EN: https://crrf-fcrr.ca/event/virtual-tour-former-mohawk-institute-indian-residential-school/
FR: https://crrf-fcrr.ca/fr/event/visite-virtuelle-ancien-pensionnat-autochtones-mohawk-institute/

YOUNG LAWYER EVENT & MINGLE
2026-06-12 14:00 - 17:00
Back by popular demand! Following last year’s successful event, the CBA-NL is excited to once again bring young lawyers together for an afternoon of practical professional development, connection, and networking on Friday, June 12.
Justice Justin Mellor of the Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador will lead a practical session focused on courtroom skills and expectations that are often learned through experience and mentorship. The session will cover topics including:
⚖️ Addressing the Court
⚖️ When to stand or sit
⚖️ Courtroom decorum and professionalism
⚖️ Appropriate courtroom attire
⚖️ General courtroom conduct and preparation
Whether you’re preparing for your first appearance or simply looking for a refresher, this is a valuable opportunity to gain practical insight and ask questions in an informal setting.
Following the session, join us for a young lawyer mingle, a chance to connect with colleagues, expand your network, and enjoy refreshments together.
Sponsored by Lawyers Financial.
Event Details:
📅 Friday, June 12
🕑 2:00 PM – Check-in
🎓 2:30 PM – Practical Skills & Courtroom Expectations Session with Justice Mellor
🤝 Mingle to follow
🕔 Event concludes at 5:00 PM
💲 Fee: Free for members | $20 + HST for non-members (emt or chq)
To register, contact Robyn at cba-nl@cba.org

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: How to Build a Thriving Workplace for Everyone
2026-06-16 | Online
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) aren’t just buzzwords – they are essential components of a healthy, successful workplace. Embracing DEI in your organization means supporting all aspects of a person such as race, religion, disability, gender, etc., as well as deeper parts of an individual’s character like values, personality, and preferences.
This workshop helps you identify the existing diversity in your organization so you can recognize potential gaps and become aware of ways that you can build a more equitable and inclusive work environment. You will learn tips, strategies, and gain practical tools for creating a workplace culture where everyone can thrive.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Define diversity, equity, and inclusion
Assess the various dimensions of diversity that exist in your organization
Describe how equity and inclusion relate to unconscious bias
Explore the dynamics of power in your organization
Investigate personal and organizational responsibility as it relates to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Come up with practical strategies to help your organization become more diverse, equitable, and inclusive

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

Some of the Topics Included

Defining Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Differences Between Equity and Equality
What Does Inclusion and Exclusion Look Like in Your Organization?
Inclusive Language Considerations
Making Decisions with DEI in Mind
Recognizing and Managing Unconscious Bias
Understanding Power Dynamics
Strategies and Remedies to Improve DEI

Target Audience
This is an intermediate level workshop applicable to both leaders and employees.

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.
Participants 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.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

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.
