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We are the national association of Canada’s 14 provincial and territorial regulators of the legal profession. Twittez-nous en français: @FOPJC_Nouvelles

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(1/2) The Federation of Law Societies of Canada is pleased that Federation nominee Erin Kleisinger, KC, has been appointed to the Independent Advisory Board for Supreme Court of Canada Judicial Appointments.
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(2/2) . Erin is Vice President of the Federation and the Council member for the Law Society of Saskatchewan. To learn more about the Advisory Board, click here: shorturl.at/hzIV5
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On this, National Indigenous Peoples Day, the Federation joins all Canadians in celebrating the richness of Indigenous heritage and culture, as well as the achievements of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples throughout Canada. For more:tinyurl.com/4v29z2dk
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IBA News@IBAnews23 May 2023
Brand new: the first ever issue of BIC News! It is a new communication initiative of the IBA’s Bar Issues Commission (BIC) - a forum and source of support for IBA Member Bars and Law Societies worldwide. Download your copy - lnkd.in/gc89rhxu
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Law Society of BC@LawSocietyofBC30 Jan 2023
Consultation: We are seeking your input on trust accounting and anti-money laundering rules. Have your say here lsbc.checkbox.ca/trust-revie…
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Recommendations from The National Study on the Health and Wellness Determinants of Legal Professionals in Canada have now been published, calling on all stakeholders in the legal community to chart a path towards concrete and transformative action. bit.ly/3UVk7ii
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Supreme Court of Canada
@SCC_eng8 Dec 2022
In case you missed Justice O’Bonsawin’s welcome ceremony last week, you can watch it on our website: scc-csc.ca/judges-juges/webc…
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Federation President Jill Perry welcomed the Honourable Michelle O'Bonsawin to the Supreme Court, noting a critical step in reconciliation is ensuring Indigenous people are represented and involved at the highest decision-making levels. bit.ly/3VfXztK
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Supreme Court of Canada
@SCC_eng28 Nov 2022
As is tradition, the new justice signs the Ceremonial Roll: scc-csc.ca/judges-juges/webc…
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The Federation expressed concerns proposed changes to the Income Tax Act under Bill C-32 would infringe on solicitor-client privilege and the duty of loyalty legal professionals owe to their clients by putting them in a potential conflict of interest. bit.ly/3Fc8aAl
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Congratulations to Lexum for being awarded a Prix performance Québec by the Premier of Quebec, an award given to the highest performing organizations in the province. Lexum is owned by CanLII, an initiative of the Federation and its member law societies. bit.ly/3OHfO8G
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The Federation is proud of this prestigious recognition of Lexum's achievements. Lexum is owned by CanLII, an initiative of the Federation and its member law societies.
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Félicitations à Lexum, entreprise lauréate des #PrixPerformance 2022! #PrixPerformanceQuébec #PPQ2022
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The Law Society of Newfoundland & Labrador@LawSocietyNL23 Nov 2022
The goal of our Mandatory CPD Program is to provide high-quality #legaleducation resources which assist in keeping our members up to date. #Lawyers support our programming through attendance, feedback, & suggestions for future programs. #LawSociety lsnl.ca/lawyers-students/edu…
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Law Society of Ontario
@LawSocietyLSO22 Nov 2022
A report proposing a Family Legal Service Provider licence will go to Convocation on December 1 for consideration. Read the report: lawsocietyontario.azureedge.…
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Law Society of Ontario
@LawSocietyLSO22 Nov 2022
The LSO will continue the temporary pandemic measure of allowing virtual verification without authentication until January 1, 2024. Read the full notice: lso.ca/news-events/news/late…
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Congratulations to Jill Perry, K.C. of Sydney, Nova Scotia, who has been elected Federation President for 2022 - 2023. Details are here flsc.ca/news/#article-9204
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More on wellness study: The key skills to build resilience and shield legal professionals from stressors are the abilities to psychologically detach from work and to set limits. Learn more bit.ly/3UEXrmK
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More on wellness in legal professions: Most mental health issues among legal professionals diminish as they gain experience, but burnout rates don’t start dropping until after someone has 25 years of practice. Learn more bit.ly/3DneDpO
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@sra_solicitors2 Nov 2022
'Money laundering is not a victimless crime. It is a blight on our economy, on our society and on the lives of many people.' Our #AML report is now live. We look at the impact of the war in Ukraine, what our process is, emerging risks and more. bit.ly/3FcziiU
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Law Society of Ontario
@LawSocietyLSO2 Nov 2022
Having a succession plan serves the public interest as well as your own, by preserving the value and reputation of your practice. The Professional Regulation Committee’s consultation seeks input about mandatory succession planning, until Nov. 30. More: lso.ca/succession-planning
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