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SUMMARY:Microsoft Word for Lawyers
DESCRIPTION:Contact Us\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Options:\nLive webinar with chat\nincludes 60 day replay\n9:00 am – 10:30 am (Pacific)\n10:00 am – 11:30 am (Mountain)\n11:00 am – 12:30 pm (Central)\n12:00 pm – 1:30 pm (Eastern)\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm (Atlantic)\n1:30 pm – 3:00 pm (Newfoundland) \n*This program features real-time video of the presenter with synchronized presentation slides\, and a chat feature that allows for live Q & A. SK attendees please verify whether you align with Central (MB) or Mountain (AB) time based on season and location. \n\n\nTechnical Information:\nLive webinars allow you to view faculty\, see their presentation slides\, and ask questions by chat. You will need a current web browser (Chrome (Chrome works best)\, Safari\, Firefox)\, a wired (better than wireless) connection to the Internet of at least 2 Mbps. You can test your internet speed/bandwidth here. If you miss the live program\, you can access the archive\, at your convenience\, for 60 days. \n\n\nSatisfaction Guarantee:\nAt Seminar Partners\, we’re proud of the quality of our programs and presenters. If\, after attending a program in its entirety\, you are not satisfied that the program has enhanced your understanding of the subject\, and you notify us in writing the same day\, we will give you a credit toward another program of comparable price. \n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis program will benefit lawyers and other legal professionals who want to learn how to use Microsoft Word to produce more professional documents and improve their efficiency. \n\n\nAbout the Program\nYou spend a lot of time in front of a computer\, and if you’re not sending emails\, you’re probably using Microsoft Word to create and edit documents. Whether you’re a transactional lawyer or litigator\, you rely heavily on form documents and templates – for agreements\, affidavits\, pleadings\, even letters. But what happens when these documents aren’t formatted properly? You get disappearing text\, visual confusion\, errors\, and more. Stop wasting your time! Attend this 90-minute webinar with Microsoft Master Instructor Frank Byl and learn the basics of Microsoft Word that every lawyer must know! Using simple\, easy to understand on-screen examples\, Frank will show you how to: \n\nquickly select\, format and fix formatting issues\napply\, customize and update styles\nreorganize content quickly\napply automatic paragraph numbering\nmanage page numbering issues\nuse tabs and fix common problems\nuse legal style numbering\n\nPlus\, you’ll learn how to create\, save and apply all kinds of reusable items from text blocks to graphics\, including signatures. Sign up today before it’s too late. Your documents will work better for you\, and you’ll be more productive. This webinar assumes basic familiarity with Microsoft Word. All registrants will receive a quick reference guide as part of the course materials. \n\n\nMeet Your Presenter\nFrank 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. \n\n\nSchedule (Eastern)\n12:00 pm – 1:30 pm \nWelcome and Introduction \nFormatting \nStyles \nUsing Legal Style Numbering \nParagraphs \nReorganizing Content \nPage Numbers \nTabs \nText Blocks and Graphics \nKeyboard Shortcuts \nWrap-up and Program Evaluation \n\n\nPraise for Past Programs\n“Terrific – wish it was longer.” \n“Stellar course exceeded my expectations. Well-organized\, easy-to-follow.” \n“Very good basic course. Excellent speaker.” \n“The speaker was excellent\, I can’t wait for an intermediate or advanced level class.” \n“Great instructor. Hands-on\, technical courses like this are so helpful. More please!” \n“5 out of 5! Speaker and materials were excellent.” \n“Very relevant and practical. Liked the exercises.” \n\n\nRegister
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/microsoft-word-for-lawyers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251027T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251027T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
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SUMMARY:Webinar: AI and Access to Justice in the Canadian Criminal Justice System
DESCRIPTION:Access to Justice Week 2025\nLe français suit l’anglais \nThe Law Commission of Ontario (LCO) is hosting during the Law Society of Ontario (LSO)’s Access to Justice (A2J) Week 2025. Join us online on Monday\, October 27th\, for an engaging session on AI in the Canadian criminal justice system. \nWe’ll be exploring important practical and legal questions that are confronting Canadian police\, courts\, policymakers\, Crowns\, defence counsel\, and criminal accused\, including: \n\nWhat AI systems could be used in the Canadian criminal justice system?\nWhat are the benefits and risks of this AI?\nWho will be affected by AI in the criminal justice system?\nWhat are legal and access to justice issues?\nAre there gaps in Canadian law and legislation?\nWhat can we learn from the experience of other jurisdictions?\nHow have Canadian police\, policymakers\, courts\, and others responded to the emerging challenges?\n\nEvent Details\nTitle: AI and Access to Justice in the Canadian Criminal Justice System: Opportunities\, Risks and ResponseDate: Monday\, October 27thTime: 2 P.M. EDTLocation: OnlineCost: Free. Register on the LSO website here \nSpeakers\n\nRyan Fritsch\, Policy Counsel at LCO and Project Lead on AI in the Criminal Justice System\nNye Thomas\, Executive Director of LCO\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nFor related inquiries or more information about LCO projects\, please contact lawcommission@lco-cdo.org. \nSemaine de l’accès à la justice 2025\nWebinaire de la CDO: Semaine A2J 2025 — L’intelligence artificielle et l’accès à la justice dans le système de justice pénale canadien \nNous avons le plaisir de vous inviter à un événement organisé par la Commission du droit de l’Ontario (CDO) dans le cadre de la Semaine de l’accès à la justice (A2J) 2025 du Barreau de l’Ontario. Joignez-vous à nous en ligne le lundi 27 octobre\, pour une séance stimulante sur l’intelligence artificielle dans le système de justice pénale canadien. \nNous y examinerons d’importantes questions pratiques et juridiques auxquelles sont confrontés les services policiers\, les tribunaux\, les décideurs\, les procureurs de la Couronne\, la défense et les personnes accusées d’une infraction criminelle au Canada\, notamment : \n\nQuels systèmes d’IA pourraient être utilisés dans le système de justice pénale canadien?\nQuels sont les avantages et les risques liés à cette IA?\nQui sera touché par l’utilisation de l’IA dans le système de justice pénale?\nQuelles sont les questions juridiques et d’accès à la justice soulevées?\nExiste-t-il des lacunes dans le droit et la législation canadienne?\nQue pouvons-nous apprendre de l’expérience d’autres juridictions?\nComment les services policiers\, les décideurs\, les tribunaux et d’autres acteurs canadiens ont-ils réagi aux nouveaux défis que pose l’IA?\n\nDétails de l’événement\nTitre : L’intelligence artificielle et l’accès à la justice dans le système de justice pénale canadien : possibilités\, risques et réponsesDate : Lundi 27 octobreHeure : 14 h (HAE)Lieu : En ligneCoût : Gratuit. Inscrivez-vous sur le site du Barreau de l’Ontario \nConférenciers\n\nRyan Fritsch\, avocat-conseil en politiques à la CDO et chef du projet sur l’IA dans le système de justice pénale\nNye Thomas\, directeur exécutif de la CDO\n\nAu plaisir de vous y retrouver ! \nPour toute question ou information supplémentaire sur les projets de la CDO\, veuillez contacter lawcommission@lco-cdo.org. \nLaw Commission of Ontario / Commission du droit de l’Ontario\nEmail: LawCommission@lco-cdo.orgWeb: www.lco-cdo.orgBluesky: @lco-cdo.bsky.socialX: @LCO_CDOLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/lco-cdoTel: (416) 650-8406Toll-free / Sans frais: 1 (866) 950-8406
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/webinar-ai-and-access-to-justice-in-the-canadian-criminal-justice-system/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251029
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SUMMARY:Real Estate: Commercial Lending 2025
DESCRIPTION:Strategies and best practices in commercial lending\n\n\n\n\n\n\nvia webinar only \nCan’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?\nWant online CPD available 24/7?\nSubscribe to Courses On Demand\, our comprehensive online resource with 4\,000+ videos and 6\,300+ papers from CLEBC courses. This course will be added to Courses on Demand approximately 30 days from the original course date. \nWho should attend: Real estate and business lawyers \nLearning level: All levels \nThis overview of commercial lending in the real estate area offers best practices\, valuable tips\, and strategies to apply to your files today. \nSeasoned solicitors and litigators will lead you through the complexities of practice in this area and provide practical guidance on common scenarios. Topics will include: how to determine who are the parties\, acting for borrowers in commercial loans\, providing opinions\, title insurance issues\, competing interests\, guarantees and covenants\, general security agreements\, construction financing\, and priority agreements. \nA hot topics roundtable to catch all your questions will top off the day.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/real-estate-commercial-lending-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251029
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20250919T141440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T141440Z
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SUMMARY:Emotional Intelligence: Knowing and Using Our Emotions to Thrive at Work
DESCRIPTION:Emotions are powerful and can be challenging to define\, yet they play a crucial role in our interactions and well-being. Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and manage our own emotions\, as well as recognize and influence the emotions of others. \nThis workshop explores the importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace\, giving you the tools to enhance your emotional awareness and communication skills. Through self-assessment and skill development exercises\, you will learn to identify and articulate your own emotions\, constructively respond to the emotions of others\, and create an environment where everyone feels heard and understood. You will gain practical skills to improve your emotional intelligence\, leading to better relationships and more effective leadership. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nDefine emotional intelligence\nRecall the five skill areas of emotional intelligence: self-awareness\, emotional regulation\, noticing others\, social facilitation\, engagement balancing\nPractice associating their own physical sensations with named emotions\nStrengthen their own emotional intelligence using exercises they have practiced during the workshop\nApply their understanding of emotional intelligence to reading the emotions of others and facilitating desired outcomes in practical workplace scenarios\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, case study exercises\, experiential practice\, personal reflection\, delivered electronically \n\n\n\n\n\nSome of the Topics Included\n\nWhat Emotional Intelligence Is\nWhy Emotional Intelligence Matters\nThe Importance of Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace\nThe Five Skills of Emotional Intelligence (S.E.N.S.E.): Self-Awareness\, Emotion Regulation\, Noticing Others\, Social Facilitation\, Engagement Balancing\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an introductory-intermediate level workshop. \n\n\nTerms & Conditions\nView our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop. \nThis is a live virtual event\, please check your system requirements prior to registering. \nParticipants will receive the Zoom meeting login details and information about viewing the live virtual workshop by email 3-4 calendar days prior to the date of the event. \nPlease note\, payment is required in order to receive the login details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrainer: Tim Plett\n\n\n\n\n\nTim has provided leadership in the non-profit\, higher-education\, adventure sports\, and arts sectors for over 30 years\, with a focus on collaborative leadership and communications. His educational background includes studies centered on the interdisciplinary realms of leadership\, philosophy\, and counselling. Tim has additional training in coaching\, crisis intervention\, trauma-informed care\, and emergency medical intervention. He believes that we do our best work together\, which is why his approach to training emphasizes the themes of collaboration\, interdependence\, and development. Tim is a thoughtful presenter with a subtle sense of humour and a passionate heart\, who facilitates learning experiences that are engaging\, educational\, and memorable.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/emotional-intelligence-knowing-and-using-our-emotions-to-thrive-at-work-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251030
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CREATED:20250811T150107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T150107Z
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SUMMARY:Interim Remedies and Injunctions 2025
DESCRIPTION:Power up your injuctions toolkit!\n\n\n\n\n\nCLEBC Office\, 500 – 1155 W. Pender St.\, Vancouver\nor attend via webinar \nCan’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?\nWant online CPD available 24/7?\nSubscribe to Courses On Demand\, our comprehensive online resource with 4\,000+ videos and 6\,300+ papers from CLEBC courses. This course will be added to Courses on Demand approximately 30 days from the original course date. \nWho should attend: Civil litigators in a broad cross-section\, including\, but not limited to: corporate\, commercial\, securities\, real property\, and employment \nLearning level: All levels \nIn today’s fast-moving legal landscape\, early intervention can make or break a case. Whether you’re acting for private clients or public bodies\, interim remedies and injunctions are powerful tools that can secure meaningful outcomes before trial. \nAt this practical course\, you’ll explore how litigants are increasingly using interim remedies like Mareva\, Norwich\, and Anton Piller injunctions\, preservation and charging orders\, garnishment\, and other tools to advance their cases. \nLawyers from a diverse range of practice\, including IP\, commercial\, family\, estate\, and personal injury litigation\, and regulatory defence present how these tools are used in different practice settings. Attendees will get a thorough briefing on the latest law and important practice tools and tips. \nLearn how and when to seek these remedies—and how to defend against them—when waiting for a trial date isn’t an option.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/interim-remedies-and-injunctions-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251031
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20250811T150221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T150221Z
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SUMMARY:Strata Property Update 2025
DESCRIPTION:Best practices for the strata world \nVancouver location TBA\nor attend via webinar \nCan’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?\nWant online CPD available 24/7?\nSubscribe to Courses On Demand\, our comprehensive online resource with 4\,000+ videos and 6\,300+ papers from CLEBC courses. This course will be added to Courses on Demand approximately 30 days from the original course date. \nWho should attend: Lawyers advising and representing strata owners\, strata corporations\, strata councils\, and strata developers\, as well as those representing third parties such as tenants and property managers \nLearning level: Fundamental/Intermediate \nA strata property law practice can deliver complex\, unusual\, and unforgettable legal issues to your doorstep. \nFrom managing client expectations\, to staying on top of legislative changes\, to negotiating or litigating everything but the kitchen sink\, it can be challenging to feel at home in this area of the law. This essential update will provide an overview of the latest legal updates in strata property law and offer best practices when working with strata corporations\, owners\, tenants\, and strata managers. \nLooking for a way to improve your strata property practice experience? Bring your questions to the experts and make yourself at home.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/strata-property-update-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251031
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20250811T150338Z
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SUMMARY:From Conflict to Calm: Dealing with High Conflict Behaviours
DESCRIPTION:Simple strategies for resolving high conflict situations with high conflict people\n\n\n\n\n\n\nvia webinar only \nPlease 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. \nWho should attend: Lawyers\, mediators; this course may also be of interest to paralegals and legal support staff \nLearning level: All levels \nHave you noticed more people engaging in “high conflict” behaviour these days? Someone yelling at a receptionist? A colleague who often gets into arguments and doesn’t take responsibility for their actions? A client who files multiple complaints over a miscommunication? \nThese types of behaviours are increasingly common\, and as a legal professional\, it is more important than ever to be able to manage individuals with high conflict personalities who repeat patterns of high conflict behaviours. \nAt this one-day workshop\, you will learn the theory of high conflict behaviour and explore skills and techniques to manage high conflict disputes. You will draw from your own experiences\, refine your existing skillset\, and practice new strategies\, so that you can leave this course with insight and confidence when dealing with high conflict behaviour. \nJoin us and learn how to effectively clear up conflict today!
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/from-conflict-to-calm-dealing-with-high-conflict-behaviours/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251031T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251031T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20251031T132334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T132334Z
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SUMMARY:How to Become an International Criminal Lawyer
DESCRIPTION:The Young Commonwealth Lawyers in Partnership with the Association of Young International Criminal Lawyers presents How to Become an International Criminal Lawyer. \n12.00pm CT / 1.00 pm AST / 5.00pm GMT / 6.00 pm WAT / 10.30 pm IST \nThis webinar examines both the practical pathways and the guiding principles of a career in international criminal law. It will outline the key steps in academic preparation\, professional experience\, and institutional engagement\, alongside the skills and networks essential for entering the field. The discussion will also highlight the core values of justice\, accountability\, and the global commitment to ending impunity for the gravest crimes. \nTo register for the event please click here. 
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/how-to-become-an-international-criminal-lawyer/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20250919T141814Z
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SUMMARY:Personality Differences in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Personality differences often lead to miscommunication and conflict\, which affect both our personal efficiency and team health. Utilizing the ACHIEVE Work Styles Assessment\, participants will learn to better understand personality styles that are different from their own. Greater awareness of personality differences leads to improved personal effectiveness and group productivity. Participants will learn strategies for communicating more effectively based on their own personality strengths and the personality-based preferences of others. \n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nDescribe the four work styles\nList behaviors associated with the four work styles\nIdentify blind spots of each of the four work styles\nPractice interacting with the four work styles\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, experiential practice\, personal reflection\, delivered electronically. \n\n*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials. \nNote: An e-manual for this workshop is included in purchase. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSome of the Topics Included\n\nUnderstanding the Four Work Styles\nBreaking the Cycle of Unhealthy Dynamics\nAdapting Your Style\nAssessing Other Styles\nPotential Blind Spots\nStrong Teams and Healthy Work Environments\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an introductory-intermediate level workshop. \n\n\nTerms & Conditions\nView our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop. \nThis is a live virtual event\, please check your system requirements prior to registering. \nParticipants will receive the Zoom meeting login details and information about viewing the live virtual workshop by email 3-4 calendar days prior to the date of the event. \nPlease note\, payment is required in order to receive the login details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrainer: Lateef Habib\n\n\n\n\n\nLateef is an experienced leader who has held various leadership positions in educational and clinical settings. He is a Registered Clinical Social Worker and an Approved Clinical Supervisor with the Alberta College of Social Workers. Lateef also serves as an Assistant Professor and Faculty Field Instructor with the Faculty of Social Work at the University of Calgary and is an Honorary Clinical Instructor at Walden University. As a leader\, Lateef focuses on inspiring the teams he leads to uphold a high standard of integrity. He works to create an environment where colleagues feel respected and comfortable to express their thoughts\, ask questions\, and share experiences without fear of judgement. Lateef believes that facilitating crucial conversations in a non-threatening manner is key to ensuring that individuals feel heard\, understood\, and supported. He draws on his leadership experience and passion for his work to provide energetic\, insightful\, and interactive presentations.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/personality-differences-in-the-workplace-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20251103T161757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T161757Z
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SUMMARY:The Fighting 59th in the Second World War
DESCRIPTION:Where: The Rooms \nThe 59th (Newfoundland) Heavy Regiment in the Second World War \nNewfoundland and Labrador’s role in the First World War has been rightly celebrated – but what about the Second World War? \nJoin Ian Kelly\, member of the Royal Newfoundland Regimental Advisory Council\, as he recounts the lesser-known story of the Fighting 59th – an artillery regiment from the Dominion of Newfoundland that fought in the Second World War. \nThis program examines the role of the Fighting 59th in the defence of England\, the liberation of France\, Belgium\, and Holland\, and the defeat of Nazi Germany. \nThis is a free program but a ticket is required. Reserve your tickets online or by calling (709) 757-8090.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/the-fighting-59th-in-the-second-world-war/
LOCATION:NL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20250828T133446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T133446Z
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SUMMARY:Coaching Strategies for Leaders: Conflict\, Performance\, Change
DESCRIPTION:In the absence of intentional coaching\, employees often lack the support they need to develop and perform at their highest levels. Effective leaders are skilled at coaching the people they lead to inspire growth\, change\, and healthy work relationships. This workshop provides a leadership approach for coaching others effectively and provides tools that bring out the best in the people. Through the use of case studies\, participants will learn a five-step coaching model for working with their employees to enable changes in behaviour\, promote skill development\, and resolve conflict. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nDemonstrate self-awareness in their leadership style and recognize the impact of that style on the coaching relationship\nUtilize the adaptable coaching model for assisting employees to address unhealthy habits\, develop skills\, and resolve conflicts\nDescribe the fundamentals of coaching others through disagreement and conflict\, with attention to positioning themselves to create helpful movement\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, experiential practice\, personal reflection\, delivered electronically. \n\n\n\n\n\nSome of the Topics Included\n\nCoaching in the Context of Leadership\nEssential Coaching Mindset and Beliefs\nCoaching for Behaviour Change\nCoaching for Skill Development\nCoaching for Conflict Resolution\nNavigating Conflict Triangles\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an intermediate level workshop for people who provide leadership formally or informally in workplace settings. \nTerms & Conditions \n\n\nView our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop. \nThis is a live virtual event\, please check your system requirements prior to registering. \nParticipants will receive the Zoom meeting login details and information about viewing the live virtual workshop by email 3-4 calendar days prior to the date of the event.\nPlease note\, payment is required in order to receive the login details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrainer: Jennifer Slay\n\n\n\n\n\nJennifer is an accomplished leader and social work expert. She has over 20 years of experience in enhancing organizational development through focused diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, and decolonization initiatives. She has an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology and Social Work\, a Master’s degree in Social Work\, and is the Director of EDID at King’s University College. Jennifer is also the co-founder of a coaching and counselling group\, and is recognized for her ability to foster workplace environments that prioritize growth\, healing\, and inclusivity. Jennifer’s work centres around empowering organizational leaders and teams through tailored programs that emphasize emotional intelligence\, cognitive behavioural therapy techniques\, and resilient communication strategies. As a passionate advocate for systemic change\, Jennifer believes in the power of inclusive cultures where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute to their fullest potential.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/coaching-strategies-for-leaders-conflict-performance-change-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251106T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20251016T140109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T140109Z
UID:26849-1762423200-1762435800@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Human Risk Summit: Empower. Engage. Secure.
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this year’s Human Risk Summit: Empower. Engage. Secure. \nNovember 6 | 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM ET | Virtual \nYou’re building something powerful\, a security culture that thrives. Whether your teams are ready to level up or you’re just starting to build momentum\, we’ll give you the insights to take it to the next level. \nThis summit is where forward-thinking IT leaders like you come together. You’ll get empowered with breakthrough strategies\, engage your users\, and secure your organization’s future. In half a day\, you’ll connect with peers who’ve successfully taken on human risk management and have  proven playbooks you can implement immediately. \nWhat you’ll gain: \n\nStrategic insights from investigative journalist and cybersecurity expert Geoff White\nReal-world approaches from IT leaders who’ve built adaptive security cultures that stick\nExclusive preview of 2026 phishing trends to stay ahead of the curve\nHands-on workshops around Microsoft integrations and program maturity assessments\nFirst look at what’s next on the Human Risk Management roadmap\n\nPerfect for: IT professionals\, CISOs\, security leaders\, and anyone ready to transform their organization’s approach to human-centered security. \nSmall changes in behavior can make a big difference in reducing risk. Join hundreds of your peers as we shape the future of security\, together. \nRegister now and design your future-ready security organization\, today.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/human-risk-summit-empower-engage-secure/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251107T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20251031T143251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T143251Z
UID:26949-1762542000-1762549200@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Up She Rises! Women and Gender in Newfoundland and Labrador Public Forum by the Newfoundland and Labrador Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage in NL\, Up She Rises! constitutes a public discussion about women and gender in NL history. It involves academics\, researchers\, activists\, writers\, and poets who have studied and written about women and gender in NL history. This is a capstone event to the anniversary year of women’s suffrage in this province. We hope it will inspire people to learn more about the historical experiences of women and gender-diverse folks and to continue the work of engaging with our collective history. \nFriday\, November 7The Rooms\, 9 Bonaventure Avenue \n7:00–8:00 pmOpening RemarksHer Honour\, The Honourable Joan Marie Aylward\, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador \nKeynote AddressMargot I. Duley – “Fishing for Answers”: Does the Newfoundland Women’s Suffrage Movement neatly fit into other scholarship on suffrage? \n8:00–9:00 pmReception \nView the event poster here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/up-she-rises-women-and-gender-in-newfoundland-and-labrador-public-forum-by-the-newfoundland-and-labrador-historical-society/
LOCATION:NL
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development,Law Society
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251108T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20251031T143531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T143800Z
UID:26954-1762596000-1762635600@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Up She Rises! Women and Gender in Newfoundland and Labrador Public Forum by the Newfoundland and Labrador Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage in NL\, Up She Rises! constitutes a public discussion about women and gender in NL history. It involves academics\, researchers\, activists\, writers\, and poets who have studied and written about women and gender in NL history. This is a capstone event to the anniversary year of women’s suffrage in this province. We hope it will inspire people to learn more about the historical experiences of women and gender-diverse folks and to continue the work of engaging with our collective history. \nSaturday\, November 8Bruneau Centre\, Memorial University \n10:00–10:10 amHeidi Coombs – Introductory Remarks \n10:10–10:40 amOpening PlenaryLinda Kealey – Women’s and Gender History on the Rock: Looking Back and Forging Ahead \n10-Minute Break \n10:50 am–12:20 pmRoundtable: Second Wave FeminismBarbara Doran\, Noreen Golfman\, Peg Norman\, Gerry Rogers \n12:20–1:00 pmLunch \n1:00–1:40 pmSession 1: Women\, Spirituality\, and CommunityWilleen Keough – The ‘old hag’ meets St. Brigid: Irish-Newfoundland women and the intersection of spiritualities on the southern AvalonBonnie Morgan – Sensory Anglicans: Women\, Textile Making and Faithfulness in 20th-century Newfoundland \n1:40–2:20 pmSession 2: Mothers\, Families\, and the StateTerry Bishop Stirling – Regulating Families: The Work of the St. John’s Welfare Office\, 1936–1943Rebecca Ralph – Problems with Pensions\, Licensure\, and Discrimination: Married Women and the Teacher Shortage in Post-Confederation Newfoundland and Labrador \n20-Minute Break \n2:40–3:40 pmSession 3: Gender and Home ProductionMeaghan Walker – Production and Consumption in Bonavista: Menswear Sales as a Method to Understand Women’s Home Production using the Ryan’s Merchant Records\, 1860–1880sRaymond Blake & Hayward Blake – South Coast Woman: The Personal Is Historical and History Is PersonalAndrea O’Brien – Some Old White Guy Lived There: Rethinking Existing Narratives and Searching for Herstory \n3:40–4:00 pmProvincial Historic Commemorations Designation \nSupper\nAnita Best & Ellen Power – Musical Entertainment\nReadings of letters representing women’s experiences \nView the event poster here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/up-she-rises-women-and-gender-in-newfoundland-and-labrador-public-forum-by-the-newfoundland-and-labrador-historical-society-2/
LOCATION:NL
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251109T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20251031T144036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T150222Z
UID:26958-1762682400-1762723800@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Up She Rises! Women and Gender in Newfoundland and Labrador Public Forum by the Newfoundland and Labrador Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage in NL\, Up She Rises! constitutes a public discussion about women and gender in NL history. It involves academics\, researchers\, activists\, writers\, and poets who have studied and written about women and gender in NL history. This is a capstone event to the anniversary year of women’s suffrage in this province. We hope it will inspire people to learn more about the historical experiences of women and gender-diverse folks and to continue the work of engaging with our collective history. \nSunday\, November 9Bruneau Centre\, Memorial University \n10:00–11:00 amSession 4: Politics\, Agency\, and LeadershipTracey Evans-Rice & Andrea Procter – Stories of Strength and Connection: Celebrating Inuit Women’s Leadership in NunatsiavutMeret Ebsary – Trusted to Choose?: Women and the Politics of Control in Newfoundland (1890–1940)Sonja Boon – “Widows of the West End” and other monikers: Pseudonyms in letters to Smallwood\, 1948–51 \n10-Minute Break \n11:10 am–12:10 pmSession 5: Women\, Land\, and SeaErica HurleyVicki Hallett – How to Escape a Net: Women\, Cod\, and Multi-species Possibilities in Archival Research in Newfoundland & LabradorHeidi Coombs – “Women came and helped her plant the garden”: Gardening\, Gender\, and the Grenfell Mission in Northern Newfoundland & Labrador\, 1906–1949 \n12:10–12:50 pmLunch \n12:50–1:50 pmSession 6: Creative Approaches to Women’s & Gender HistoryJulia Laite – Sketches of a Life? Toward a Biography of ShanawdithitKristina Bidwell – Reading Academic Colonialism in Labrador: Lydia Campbell and the John Mason Hastings DiaryRhea Rollman – Reading Between the Lines: Researching Marginalized Community Histories in Newfoundland and Labrador \n20-Minute Break \n2:10–3:40 pmRoundtable: Challenges and Ways Forward (Up She Rises: Redux)Terry Bishop Stirling\, Margot Duley\, Vicki Hallett\, Willeen Keough\, Julia Stryker \n3:40–4:00 pmRebecca Ralph – Closing Remarks \n7:00–9:30 pmNL Women’s History in Poetry and FictionMary Dalton\, Leahdawn Helena\, Robin McGrath\, Trudy Morgan-Cole\, Agnes WalshReception \nView the event poster here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/up-she-rises-women-and-gender-in-newfoundland-and-labrador-public-forum-by-the-newfoundland-and-labrador-historical-society-3/
LOCATION:NL
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20251030T120306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T120306Z
UID:26935-1762783200-1762786800@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund Online Information Session
DESCRIPTION:On November 10th\, join us for a one-hour webinar at 2:00 p.m. AST to learn about the Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (AICLF). This \nImmigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) initiative can help immigrants with permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship obtain training and certification in their chosen fields or related fields in their new home provinces. \nDuring this event\, you will learn: \n\nWho is eligible for the AICLF\nWhat costs the AICLF can cover\nThe kinds of programs the AICLF can help pay for\nHow the AICLF is funded and how it is administered across Atlantic Canada\nWhy the AICLF is a better choice for immigrants in Atlantic Canada than funding through a private institution on their own\n\n During and after the presentation\, you can also ask any questions you might have about AICLF. \nRegistration and attendance details: \n\nRegister for the event by filling in this form.\nThe registration deadline is 5 pm AST November 7th.\nYou will receive a link to the meeting before the event.\n\nFor more information\, please contact:   Ken Partridge  |  kpartridge@isans.ca
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/atlantic-immigrant-career-loan-fund-online-information-session-16/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251116
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20250909T115528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T171931Z
UID:26644-1762992000-1763251199@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Restorative Justice for Healthier Schools\, Communities\, and Systems in Newfoundland & Labrador
DESCRIPTION:Join the annual Institute this November: Trauma-Informed Restorative Justice for Healthier Schools\, Communities\, and Systems in Newfoundland & Labrador. This special gathering\, featuring guest Joe Brummer\, will take place November 13-15\, 2025 in St. John’s\, NL. \nAt this fall edition of the Institute we will welcome Joe Brummer\, author and leading voice in trauma-informed restorative justice\, along with other special guests. Together\, we’ll spend time in circle and dialogue to explore what happens when we are trauma-informed and put Relationships First in our schools\, communities\, and everyday lives. \nParticipants can look forward to keynote addresses from Joe Brummer and Dr. Dorothy Vaandering\, relational learning in circle and dialogue\, interactive sessions that engage body and mind\, and discover practical tools to bring into schools\, communities\, and daily life. \nDates: Thursday\, November 13\, 6:30 PM to Saturday\, November 15\, 12:30 PM \nLocation: Thursday evening at the GeoCentre\, Friday and Saturday at Emera Innovation Exchange\, St. John’s \nWhat to Expect \nJoin us for three days of learning\, reflection\, and connection as we explore the intersections of trauma-informed practice and restorative justice. \n\nThursday Evening\, November 13: Keynote with Joe Brummer\, internationally recognized leader in trauma-informed restorative justice\nFriday Morning\, November 14: Keynote with dr. dorothy vaandering\, grounding us in relational theory and practice\nFriday Afternoon\, November 14: Experiential workshop with Lisa and Laurie Pinhorn\, focusing on body\, brain\, and nervous system approaches to healing and resilience\nSaturday Morning\, November 15: Panel discussion on the future of trauma-informed restorative justice in NL\n\nCost: Registration is $150 (subsidies may be available upon request) \n✨ Special Offer for Educators: Register yourself and you can bring up to five students (grades 7-12) for FREE \nMore to Come: Additional guests\, panelists\, and experiences will be announced in the coming weeks \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/trauma-informed-restorative-justice-for-healthier-schools-communities-and-systems-in-newfoundland-labrador/
LOCATION:NL
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251113T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251113T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20251031T131448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T131448Z
UID:26941-1763022600-1763069400@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:The International Anti-Corruption Court: To Be or Not To Be
DESCRIPTION:The Commonwealth Lawyers Association and the Coalition for International Anti-Corruption Court present a webinar on The International Anti-Corruption Court: To Be or Not To Be? \nCalls for the creation of an International Anti-Corruption Court (IACC) have gained momentum as corruption continues to undermine democracy\, development\, and the rule of law worldwide. But would such a court be an effective solution—or an impractical ambition? \nThis webinar will bring together leading experts\, practitioners\, and policymakers to examine the case for and against the establishment of an IACC. We will explore the legal\, political\, and practical challenges\, as well as alternative approaches to combating grand corruption at the global level. \nParticipants will gain a nuanced understanding of the debate and the implications for international justice\, accountability\, and governance reform. \nTo register for the event please click here.  \n8.00am EST / 1.00pm GMT London / 2.00pm WAT / 3.00pm CAT / 6.30pm IST / 9.00pm MYT \n 
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/the-international-anti-corruption-court-to-be-or-not-to-be/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251115
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20251014T122039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T122039Z
UID:26836-1763078400-1763164799@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Central IDEAS 2025 – Culture at Work: Celebrating Differences\, Building Belonging
DESCRIPTION:Central IDEAS 2025 – Culture at Work: Celebrating Differences\, Building Belonging \nJoin us in Gander on Friday\, November 14th\, 2025 for Newfoundland and Labrador’s Provincial IDEA Summit — a free\, full-day event featuring: \n Shaun Majumder as keynote speaker\n Live cultural entertainment\n Interactive workshops\n️ Incredible food & networking \nThe event will be broadcast live and featured on Rogers Television\, reaching audiences across the province. \n Stay the Night!\nEnjoy a 20% discount at the Quality Inn & Suites Gander\, and join our free Meet & Greet on Thursday\, November 13th. \n️ Register Now – It’s Free!\nScan the QR Code to reserve your spot. \n Partner or Sponsor\nShow your support for inclusion and belonging in Newfoundland and Labrador.\nFor sponsorship opportunities\, email ideas@ancnl.ca. \n 
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/central-ideas-2025-culture-at-work-celebrating-differences-building-belonging/
LOCATION:NL
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20250916T122239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T122239Z
UID:26670-1763121600-1763125200@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:The Declaratory Judgment: Its Availability and Its Limitations
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Professor Gerard Kennedy (University of Alberta Faculty of Law) \nLocation: Alt Hotel\, St. John’s\, NL \nProfessor Kennedy will explore the “declaratory judgment”—a judgment that does not provide remedies beyond a declaration regarding a legal state of affairs. He will discuss when such judgments may be granted\, their purposes\, and their advantages and limitations. \nA light lunch will be provided. Registration is free but required. Participants can also receive one hour of CLE credit. \nRegister here: Event Registration Form \nAbout the Speaker:\nProfessor Gerard Kennedy is an Associate Professor at the University of Alberta Faculty of Law. He earned his JD from Queen’s University (Dean’s Key recipient)\, completed an LLM at Harvard Law School as a Frank Knox Memorial Fellow\, and later received his doctorate at Osgoode Hall Law School. His doctoral work was supported by a Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholarship and a SSHRC award\, with visiting research positions at NYU School of Law and the Max Planck Institute Luxembourg.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/the-declaratory-judgment-its-availability-and-its-limitations/
LOCATION:NL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251119
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20250708T142108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T142108Z
UID:26302-1763337600-1763510399@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:National Restorative Justice Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Location: Ottawa\, Ontario (In-person)Dates: November 17–18\, 2025Theme: Celebrating Progress – Shaping the Future\nNote: If you’d like to present at this event\, the deadline to submit a proposal is July 12\, 2025. \nThe National Restorative Justice Symposium (NRJS) is now accepting presentation proposals for the 2025 event in Ottawa. \nThis year’s theme honors the journey of restorative justice in Canada—from its Indigenous roots to its expansion across justice systems\, schools\, academic institutions\, and community programs. The organizing committee is seeking engaging\, forward-thinking presentations that reflect on the progress made while exploring new directions for the future. \nPresenters are encouraged to address themes such as: \n\n\nSustainability in restorative practices \n\n\nEquity and inclusion \n\n\nCommunity voice and accountability \n\n\nInstitutional change and innovation \n\n\nBenefits for presenters include: \n\n\nComplimentary symposium registration \n\n\nOpportunities to network with practitioners and leaders from across sectors \n\n\nA platform to contribute to transformative conversations in the field of restorative justice \n\n\nMore information about the National Restorative Justice Symposium\, and the proposal submission form can be found here. \nMore event details to follow.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/national-restorative-justice-symposium/
LOCATION:NL
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251121
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20251106T173641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T173641Z
UID:27034-1763424000-1763683199@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Democracy\, the Rule of Law\, and Independence Conference
DESCRIPTION:Date: November 18-20\, 2025\n\nLocation: In person – Ottawa (ON)\, & Online\n\n\nREGISTER \nOVERVIEW \nThe rule of law is a foundational principle of society\, essential for the flourishing of democracy. It creates an environment where governance is just\, transparent\, and accountable\, fostering public confidence. However\, when this confidence erodes\, the community’s willingness to engage with the legal system diminishes\, threatening the very fabric of democratic institutions. \nCIAJ Conference on Democracy\, the Rule of Law\, and Independence is a multidisciplinary event designed to bring together actors from civil society—including legal\, political\, and social stakeholders—to critically examine the principles that uphold social stability and the rule of law. Our goal is to deepen understanding of these essential tenets and identify actionable strategies to enhance public trust in legal institutions. \nThe conference will address the rising tide of global authoritarianism and its impact on democratic governance. By bringing together diverse perspectives and fostering open dialogue\, we aspire to cultivate innovative solutions that promote transparency\, accountability\, and resilience in the face of emerging challenges. Join us in this critical conversation to strengthen our commitment to democracy and the rule of law on a global scale. \nBilingual program with simultaneous interpretation. \nCompensation for judges:\nAs we have reached the maximum number permitted by our resolution under section 41.1 of the Judges Act\, any new applications must now be submitted for approval and reimbursement in accordance with section 41.2.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/democracy-the-rule-of-law-and-independence-conference/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20251105T124906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T125103Z
UID:27009-1763463600-1763467200@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:The Absence of Rest in Legal Culture - Implications for Health
DESCRIPTION:Lawyer-researcher KK Pinkowski\, whose PhD dissertation was on rest deficits in law\, and lawyer-counsellor Michael Kahn will speak about both rest and sleep (a subset of rest.) Panelists will discuss why lawyers resist (and devalue) rest. Both BC and Saskatchewan lawyers will receive CPD credits for this presentation. Registration is through LAP BC. \n \nRegister here. \n  \n 
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/the-absence-of-rest-in-legal-culture-implications-for-health/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251121
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20250828T133623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T133623Z
UID:26589-1763596800-1763683199@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Assertive Communication
DESCRIPTION:Our communication skills and style are essential to positive and productive relations. Effective communication requires us to be clear about our own thoughts and desires\, and also to be responsive to those of others. Assertive communicators express ideas and feelings in transparent\, open\, and direct ways – stating their needs clearly and without defensiveness. In this training\, participants will build an awareness of their communication patterns and learn to deal confidently with people around them. This workshop is fun\, meaningful\, and highly effective for improving communication awareness and skills. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion\, participants should be able to: \n\nDefine assertive communication\nPractice giving an assertive opinion\nDiscuss personal boundaries and practice saying no when appropriate\nOutline the steps for giving corrective feedback in the form of a DESO script\nIdentify options for responding to negative feedback\n\n\n\nMethod of Delivery\nPresentation\, video\, experiential practice\, personal reflection\, delivered electronically. \n\n\n\n\n\nSome of the Topics Included\n\n\n\nWhat’s Required for Effective Communication\nAssertiveness Self-Assessment\nCharacteristics of Aggressive and Passive Communicators\nAssertive Communicator Characteristics\nAssertive Body Language\nGuidelines for Offering an Opinion\nStrategies for Giving Directions\nHow to Say “No” Assertively\nSkills for Making Requests\nGiving Corrective Feedback\nDealing with Difficult Responses\n\n\n\nTarget Audience\nThis is an introductory-intermediate level workshop. \nTerms & Conditions \n\n\nView our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop. \nThis is a live virtual event\, please check your system requirements prior to registering. \nParticipants will receive the Zoom meeting login details and information about viewing the live virtual workshop by email 3-4 calendar days prior to the date of the event. \nPlease note\, payment is required in order to receive the login details. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrainer: Jessica Antony\n\n\n\n\n\nJessica is a communications specialist with over a decade of experience helping others share their stories\, with a focus on collaborative communication\, editorial development\, and content creation. She has a bachelor’s degree in Rhetoric and Communications and a master’s degree in Media Studies. Jessica facilitates workshops on leadership\, communication skills\, and content creation\, and has been teaching in the Department of Rhetoric\, Writing\, and Communications at the University of Winnipeg since 2009. In all her work\, she is committed to developing and maintaining trusting relationships\, with an attention to cultural differences\, working styles\, and mutual goals. Jessica is enthusiastic about helping people strengthen their ability to communicate clearly\, respectfully\, and with ease. She is a dynamic and engaging facilitator who is enthusiastic about understanding people’s communication styles and approaches to help them improve their capacity to effectively and respectfully communicate with those around them. Read blogs written by Jessica here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/assertive-communication-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251120T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251120T053000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20251031T131952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T131952Z
UID:26943-1763613000-1763616600@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Small Clients\, Big Responsibilities; The Role of Lawyers in Child Representation
DESCRIPTION:The Commonwealth Lawyers Association Family Law Committee in Partnership with the Malaysian Bar\, present Small Clients\, Big Responsibilities; The Role of Lawyers in Child Representation. \n7.00am London GMT / 8.00am WAT / 9.00am CAT / 12.30pm IST / 3.00pm MYT\, SGT & HKT / 5.00pm PGT / 6.00pm AEDT \nA heavy responsibility that goes beyond simply representing the voice of a child.  To ensure that the process is child-centric and child-inclusive. To remain independent and to be able to furnish a report that would be instrumental to a Judge in making Orders that promote the best interest of the child \nTo register for the event please click on the link 
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/small-clients-big-responsibilities-the-role-of-lawyers-in-child-representation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
CREATED:20251106T191124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T191124Z
UID:27064-1763632800-1763643600@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Andrew Martin Disciplinary Hearing
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE OF A HEARING DATE \n\n\n\nRespondent:\nAndrew Martin\n\n\nDate:\nNovember 20\, 2025\n\n\nTime:\n10:00 a.m.\n\n\nPlace:\nOffices of the Law Society\, 196-198 Water Street\n\n\n\nGeneral Nature of the Charges: \nIn accordance with s. 45(3) of the Law Society Act\, 1999\, (the “Act”) the Complaints Authorization Committee (the “Committee”) has determined that there are reasonable grounds to believe that Andrew Martin (the “Respondent”) has engaged in conduct deserving of sanction and\, in accordance with s. 45(3)(b) of the Act\, the Committee has instructed the Vice-President to file the within Complaint against the Respondent on the basis that the Respondent is guilty of conduct deserving of sanction in that he: \n2023-027: \nBreached the following sections of the Code of Professional Conduct: \n\nSection 2.1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 3.1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 3.2 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 3.4 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 7.1-1 of the Code of Professional Conduct;\nSection 7.1-3 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 7.2-1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto; and\nSection 7.8 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto.\n\nC2023-033: \nBreached the following sections of the Code of Professional Conduct: \n\nSection 2.1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 3.1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 3.2 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 7.1-1 of the Code of Professional Conduct;\nSection 7.2-1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 7.2-4 of the Code of Professional Conduct; and\nSection 7.8 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto.\n\n2023-047: \nBreached the following sections of the Code of Professional Conduct: \n\nSection 2.1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 3.1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 3.2 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 3.4 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 7.1-1 of the Code of Professional Conduct;\nSection 7.2-1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 7.2-4 of the Code of Professional Conduct; and\nSection 7.8 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto.\n\nC2023-055: \nBreached the following sections of the Code of Professional Conduct: \n\nSection 2.1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 3.1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 3.2 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 7.1-1 of the Code of Professional Conduct;\nSection 7.1-3 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;\nSection 7.2-1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto; and\nSection 7.8 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto.\n\n2023-065: \nBreached the following sections of the Code of Professional Conduct: \n\nSection 2.1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto; and\nSection 7.1-1 of the Code of Professional Conduct.\n\nBreached the following Law Society Rules: \n\nRule 9.04; and\nRule 9.07.\n\nFor a list of Disciplinary Hearings\, please click here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/andrew-martin-disciplinary-hearing/
LOCATION:3rd Floor\, Law Society Building\, 196-198 Water Street\, St. John’s\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Disciplinary Hearings,Law Society
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SUMMARY:IP\, AI & Personality Rights Issues in Estate Planning
DESCRIPTION:*This program features real-time video of the presenter with synchronized presentation slides\, and a chat feature that allows for live Q & A. SK attendees please verify whether you align with Central (MB) or Mountain (AB) time based on season and location. \n\n\nTechnical Information:\nLive webinars allow you to view faculty\, see their presentation slides\, and ask questions by chat. You will need a current web browser (Chrome (Chrome works best)\, Safari\, Firefox)\, a wired (better than wireless) connection to the Internet of at least 2 Mbps. You can test your internet speed/bandwidth here. If you miss the live program\, you can access the archive\, at your convenience\, for 60 days. \n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis program is designed with estate and trust lawyers in mind\, but it will also be highly relevant to any lawyer who encounters issues involving intellectual property\, digital assets\, or the posthumous use of creative or personal content. \n\n\nAbout the Program\nAs the legal landscape evolves\, so does the definition of a client’s legacy. In a world where intellectual property\, performance rights\, and digital personas can generate value – and controversy – long after death\, modern estate lawyers must be equipped to address a new class of assets. This seminar with experienced estates lawyer Dan Nelson and entertainment lawyer Emma Chapple offers a timely look at the intersection of estate law\, intellectual property\, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. Designed primarily for estate and trust lawyers\, it is also highly relevant for any practitioner whose clients include influencers\, artists\, entrepreneurs\, or everyday individuals with online identities – all of which raise complex questions about ownership\, control\, and use after death. Dan and Emma will share practical guidance on: \n\nIP and personality rights after death\nDrafting strategies for IP and personality rights in wills and trusts\nBest practices for protecting and transferring creative assets\nLegal parameters around AI-generated recreations of voice\, image\, and performance\nRisks and ethical considerations\n\nIssues relating to IP and personality rights are no longer limited to celebrities or high-profile estates. Join us and gain the tools and insight you need to develop legally sound\, forward-thinking strategies to help your clients protect and plan for their full legacy. \n\nMeet Your Presenters\nDan Nelson is the Managing Partner at Massey LLP in Toronto. An experienced estates lawyer\, Dan is an expert at guiding clients through the process of preparing wills\, powers of attorney\, and trusts. He also offers practical business advice to entrepreneurs\, particularly in the field of design. Dan is a frequent lecturer and writer\, with appearances on CBC\, Global News\, and CTV\, and expert quotes in the Washington Post\, Toronto Star and Canadian Business. An experienced adjudicator and mediator\, he is a former part-time member of the Ontario Land Tribunal\, where he specialized in the Ontario Heritage Act. Dan is a past recipient of the OBA’s Widdifield Award for his work on digital legacy. He holds two degrees from Trent University and an LLB from the University of Windsor. \n\n\nEmma Chapple is an associate with Massey LLP in Toronto. Emma’s practice focuses on the intersection of litigation\, commerce and entertainment. Her expertise includes talent negotiations\, reputational counsel\, licencing and rights management and litigating complex commercial disputes. Emma holds a JD from The Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University. She attended Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles\, CA in the fall 2018 semester\, where she studied media and entertainment law. In her free time\, Emma serves on the advocacy committee of the Women’s Law Association of Ontario and is an enthusiastic TIFF attendee. Emma’s cultural commentary has also been featured in Vulture and The Wall Street Journal.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/ip-ai-personality-rights-issues-in-estate-planning/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Family Dispute Resolution Week
DESCRIPTION:Advancing Family Dispute Resolution in Atlantic Canada \nThe Family Dispute Resolution Institute Atlantic (FDRIA) is proud to announce the launch of the first annual Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) Week in Atlantic Canada\, taking place from November 24 to 28\, 2025. This year’s theme\, Advancing Family Dispute Resolution in Atlantic Canada\, highlights the growing importance of peaceful\, out-of-court solutions for families navigating legal challenges. \nFDR Week will feature a series of hybrid events – available both in person in St. John’s and online from anywhere – designed to engage the public\, professionals\, and policymakers in meaningful dialogue and learning around family dispute resolution. \nKey Events Include: \n\nFree Public Information Session: An evening event open to the public and professionals\, offering insights into how family mediation works and how it can help resolve legal issues peacefully.\nProfessional Half-Day Conference: A multi-disciplinary gathering for lawyers\, judges\, mental health professionals\, academics\, social workers\, and others. The conference will explore current practices and innovations in family dispute resolution across Newfoundland and Labrador and Atlantic Canada. Advance registration is required.\nFilm Launch: Premiere of a locally-produced short film showcasing family mediation as a constructive alternative to court-based conflict resolution.\n\nFor more information about the conference\, please click here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/family-dispute-resolution-week/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20251124T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170027
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UID:27095-1764007200-1764010800@lsnl.ca
SUMMARY:Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund Online Information Session
DESCRIPTION:On November 24th\, join us for a one-hour webinar at 6:00 p.m. AST to learn about the Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (AICLF). This Immigrant Services Association of NS-led initiative can help immigrants with permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship obtain training and certification in their chosen fields or related fields in their new home provinces. \nDuring this event\, you will learn: \n\nWho is eligible for the AICLF\nWhat costs the AICLF can cover\nThe kinds of programs the AICLF can help pay for\nHow the AICLF is funded and how it is administered across Atlantic Canada\nWhy the AICLF is a better choice for immigrants in Atlantic Canada than funding through a private institution on their own\n\nDuring and after the presentation\, you can also ask any questions you might have about AICLF. \nRegistration and attendance details: \n\nRegister for the event by filling in this form.\nThe registration deadline is 5 pm AST November 21st.\nYou will receive a link to the meeting before the event.\n\nFor more information\, please contact:\nKen Partridge\nkpartridge@isans.ca \n  \nPlatform: Microsoft Teams
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/atlantic-immigrant-career-loan-fund-online-information-session-17/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Leading Courageous Conversations on Divisive Issues
DESCRIPTION:Equip yourself with a clear framework to lead difficult conversations with confidence\n\nProfessional development for senior leaders and board members to navigate divisive issues\, strengthen trust\, and mitigate legal and reputational risk.\n\n\nENROLL NOW – October 22nd\n\nENROLL NOW – November 25th\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy this conversation matters\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToday’s leaders are navigating an environment of heightened polarization. Divisive issues surface in boardrooms\, workplaces\, and communities with increasing frequency. A single poorly managed conversation can escalate into reputational damage\, organizational mistrust\, or the loss of stakeholder confidence.\n\nBoard members\, executives\, and senior leaders often avoid these conversations out of fear of saying the wrong thing\, triggering conflict\, or deepening division. Others engage without preparation or a framework to guide them\, leaving dialogue reactive rather than constructive. The consequences are predictable: strained relationships\, disengaged employees\, and unresolved conflict that undermines organizational performance and culture.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis program has been accredited by the Law Society of Ontario for 2 hours of Professionalism Content and 1 hour of EDI Professionalism Content.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou’re not alone if you’re facing one or more of these challenges:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEager to support your people but unsure how: People within your organization have deeply held beliefs\, making conversations emotionally charged and difficult to manage. You are struggling to foster constructive dialogue without alienating individuals or groups.\nExpected to have all the solutions: You recognize that as a leader\, you set the tone at the top\, and you must know how to respond in the face of increasing divisiveness. However\, you feel you do not have the knowledge or tools to respond effectively.\nAfraid of saying something wrong or being misinterpreted: You understand the weight of your words and the potential consequences in today’s heightened climate of cancel culture. Fear of misinterpretation and retribution has left you hesitant to address divisive issues.\nWitnessing silence within your organization: You feel increasingly frustrated by the silence\, especially from your fellow leaders\, on issues that are affecting people across your organization. You recognize the urgent need to restore trust and strengthen psychological safety.\nConcerned about risk to the organization: You are concerned of the legal and reputational risks to your organization.\nCommitted to all stakeholders: You understand the importance of focusing on more than just your employees when addressing divisive issues. You realize that your organization’s impact extends to external stakeholders and the broader community your organization serves.\n\n\n\n\nConversations on divisive issues are uncomfortable but necessary\, and I will show you how to lead them effectively …\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA 3-hour live professional development session that provides leaders with a clear framework to navigate difficult conversations\, foster trust\, and reduce organizational risk. \n\nRead more here.
URL:https://lsnl.ca/event/leading-courageous-conversations-on-divisive-issues-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Continuing Professional Development
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