In a letter responding to CBABC’s submission, the Attorney General agreed that the misuse of NDAs to silence survivors of harassment, abuse and discrimination is not appropriate. Read the letter: bit.ly/3UqwMvg

Who would have thought ten years ago the B.C. government would own and operate weed stores? Lawyer & cannabis company owner @kirktousaw takes a closer look at the changing regulatory space that is cannabis retail. Read his article in BarTalk: bit.ly/3TWjpTs

Family Law 2024 is underway in Vernon! In addition to learning the latest in family law, two attendees were lucky enough to receive give aways from our generous sponsors. Thank you to DivorceMate, LEAP and FH&P Lawyers for your support!

Donate auction items to uplift Indigenous future lawyers! The Aboriginal Lawyers Forum is accepting donations for their 18th auction in support of the Warrior Project, which helps support Indigenous law and articling students in B.C. More details here: bit.ly/3VC8zRz

We're excited to announce that Prof. Robert Chambers will deliver a keynote address on unjust enrichment at Wills, Estates & Trusts 2024!

RSVP by Apr 26: bit.ly/4ba1bFf

Thanks to AHH Law and Heritage Trust for sponsoring the conference.

While climate litigation has been much more active in the US, it might be on the rise in Canada as well, writes Alanna Mackenzie with Robert Fleming Lawyers. On this #EarthDay24 , read her article in BarTalk: bit.ly/4aXikle

Thank you to the 500 volunteer speakers who presented at section meetings over the past year. Your willingness to share your experience and expertise with CBABC members is invaluable. Interested in speaking at a future section meeting? Learn more: bit.ly/3UlnemP #NVW2024

The legalization of cannabis may have sparked concerns about workplace impairment but what does the law say and what responsibilities do employers have? Graeme Hooper, litigator with Mitha Law Group writes about this in BarTalk: bit.ly/3VP0kVW

This #NVW2024 we’re giving a shoutout to our dream team, the CBABC Board of Directors (bit.ly/3zCXQMi). Your countless hours of dedicated and steadfast leadership combined with decades of experience inspires all of us. Thank you! #EveryMomentMatters

Join other lawyers to learn more about the Legal Professions Act and discuss perspectives in one of our 60-minute engagement sessions. There are 11 times available and you can register here: bit.ly/4b059Qq

Not only is it #NVW2024 it’s also the one-year anniversary of the Practice Coaches program! Since launching, our amazing Practice Coaches have helped over 50 lawyers with a specific issue or file. Learn more & get involved: bit.ly/3CGW2Gk

Will you be attending our Town Hall with the Attorney General about the new Legal Professions Act tomorrow? Today is your last chance to register: bit.ly/3JluU24

This #NVW2024 we’re celebrating our long-standing BarTalk columnists Tony Wilson KC of Nothing Official & david_bilinsky, of Practice Talk. Thank you for your commitment & contributions over the years! #EveryMomentMatters Pitch an article for BarTalk: bit.ly/3UlnemP

Enjoy dinner and networking with lawyers and judges at the 38th annual Bench & Bar Dinner Vancouver, where awards are presented from CBABC, The Continuing Legal Education Society of BC and LAPBC. Get tickets: bit.ly/4aJMSYc

Are you a regular attendee of CBABC Section meetings and looking to get more involved in planning and leading programs? Apply to become a Section Executive by May 17: bit.ly/3AiCBBj

Thank you to our existing volunteers for all the great work you do. 🙏 #NVW2024

Today, we celebrate the anniversary of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which was signed in 1982. Learn more about its history and how it protects your rights: bit.ly/49CQ9ab