2023-24

As we witness a rise of anti-2SLGBTQI+ activity and rhetoric across Canada, we need to redouble our efforts in the fight for equality, which is far from over. Hate, misinformation and violence targeting Two-Spirit, trans, non-binary and gender diverse persons must never be tolerated. Efforts to curtail their rights to live openly and authentically, receive appropriate medical care, and be treated with equal dignity and respect go against their basic human rights and are profoundly harmful.

CBA Alberta SOGIC is changing its name to CBA Alberta SAGDA.

The Canadian Bar Association welcomes the announcement that its nominee, Bianca Kratt, K.C., has been appointed to the Independent Advisory Board for Supreme Court of Canada Judicial Appointments.

Alberta premier tells justice minister to look at court resources, legal aid in mandate letter

On August 2, CBA Alberta and the Alberta Child & Youth Law Sections sent a letter to Premier Danielle Smith and other provincial government and opposition representatives, calling on the government to create a detailed action plan to implement the obligations under the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

The Canadian Bar Association – Alberta Branch (CBA Alberta) congratulates The Honourable Mickey Amery on his appointment as Minister of Justice for Alberta, and welcomes several of the priorities outlined in his mandate letter, released yesterday.  

The following new members will join the CBA Board of Directors on September 1, 2023, and start two-year terms: Bianca Kratt – Alberta; Ken Mandzuik – Manitoba; Loreley Berra Chekay K.C. – Saskatchewan.

The Canadian Bar Association – Alberta Branch (CBA Alberta) congratulates all successful candidates in the 2023 Alberta Provincial General Election.

I’ve received emails from many of you about lots of PD topics. One issue that has come up several times is the best format for Section meetings – in person or virtual.