by Federation of Law Societies of Canada | Oct 8, 2021 | Federation News
The Canadian Legal Information Institute (CanLII) and the Federation of Law Societies of Canada are pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Sutherland of Vancouver as CanLII’s new President and CEO, effective October 12, 2021. The announcement was made jointly by... by Federation of Law Societies of Canada | Aug 26, 2021 | Federation News
The Federation of Law Societies of Canada is deeply concerned about the risks to women judges and their families in Afghanistan due to the takeover of that country by the Taliban. An independent judiciary, free from interference or threat, is a cornerstone of the Rule... by Bob Linney | Jun 9, 2021 | Federation News
All of us are still processing news of the discovery of a mass gravesite of children attending the Kamloops Indian Residential School. The reaction to this news has evoked a profoundly wide range of emotions in all Canadians, especially those who are a part of the... by Bob Linney | May 19, 2021 | Federation News
Xavier Beauchamp-Tremblay has announced his intention to step down as President and CEO of CanLII (the Canadian Legal Information Institute) after six years of service, to pursue new opportunities. He will remain in the position until a successor is found. “It has... by Bob Linney | Dec 21, 2020 | Federation News
In recognition of its responsibility as a justice stakeholder to foster reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, the Federation of Law Societies of Canada has approved a formal statement of commitment to reconciliation. The statement, which received the unanimous... by Bob Linney | Nov 26, 2020 | Federation News
The Federation of Law Societies of Canada is pleased to announce that Stephen G. Raby, QC of Calgary has been elected President for 2020 – 2021. Mr. Raby acknowledges that he takes over the presidency in challenging times. “COVID-19 affects everyone, but as a... 
