Available programs and resources on mental health and wellbeing give insights into the very real issues facing our profession. We are here to provide wellness strategies and supports specifically designed for lawyers like you.
Assistance programs
The Alberta Lawyers’ Assistance Society provides confidential counselling, education, peer support and referrals to lawyers, judges, students and other members of the legal community.
The Judges Counselling Program of Canada provides federally and provincially appointed active and retired Judges, Justices of the Peace, Masters (Applications Judges), Prothonotaries, and their spouses and eligible children with access to short-term counselling and worklife solutions.
The CBA Alberta Compassionate Dues Relief Program is available to Alberta members who do not otherwise qualify for the national waiver of dues programs, and is meant for lawyers who are struggling in their practice due to unexpected circumstances such as illness or undue financial hardship.
National initiatives
This series of free on-demand video conversations focuses on the well-being of lawyers and legal professionals in Canada, including the challenges they face. Topics include retirement, resilience skills, mindfulness, working from home and much more
This free online program provides a deeper understanding of mental health and addiction issues in the legal profession. Get your free mental health check-up, along with resources and support, while gaining CPD credit hours.
This CBA podcast offers tools and insights to advance your career and be the best version of yourself. Get actionable guidance and practical tips. The series includes podcast episodes on mental well-being, addiction and important legal issues of the day.
The first comprehensive national study on lawyer well-being paints an alarming picture of the wellness of Canadian legal professionals. The study fills a critical gap in the knowledge about the mental health of legal professionals.
