CPD resources
Continuing professional development is readily available to lawyers across Nova Scotia in a number of formats. Many programs are now online, so lawyers can learn in the convenience of their own homes and offices, on their own timetables.
The Canadian Bar Association offers a variety of programming in person and online. County Bars are creating education opportunities for members, and programs are also offered by RELANS, the Atlantic Provinces Trial Lawyers Association, universities, the government, law firms and many other education providers.
See the Upcoming events page or the Events calendar for information on upcoming conferences, seminars, webinars and other offerings from CPD providers.
The Society does not accredit programs for its CPD Requirement, but is making every effort to facilitate and to ensure that legal education is flexible and accessible to all practising lawyers in the province. Conventional and newer methodologies will be considered, including but not limited to:
- in person, formal education;
- online courses;
- webinars/podcasts of courses or educational programs;
- distance education;
- teaching or presenting;
- writing or editing a book, article or blog;
- organized study groups of two or more people;
- in-house educational sessions, (e.g. Lunch & Laws or roundtable discussions);
- the educational component of Bar and law association meetings.
To post a CPD event relevant to the legal profession in Nova Scotia, please fill out the form on our Submit event page.
If you have questions about available resources or whether a particular option is appropriate, contact our Admissions and Professional Development team at CPD@nsbs.org.
