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SUMMARY:Understanding the Estate Freeze
DESCRIPTION:Are you familiar with estate freezes but looking for a clearer understanding of how they work in practice? In this beginner-level seminar\, noted trust and estate practitioner and CPA Jos Herman will outline the what\, when\, why and how of this important estate planning strategy  – and why you should care. In basic terms and using simple fact scenarios\, Jos will outline how estate freezes are used\, when it’s appropriate to use an estate freeze\, the different forms an estate freeze can take\, and the challenges involved in planning and implementing an estate freeze. Finally\, Jos will share important considerations for once an estate freeze is in place. Along the way she’ll share personal experiences and insights for dealing with family conflicts. Topics include: \n\nUsing estate freezes for business succession planning and tax savings\nAvoiding common pitfalls\nOpportunities to drive more tax efficiency\n\nWhether you’re a general practitioner\, estate planner or family lawyer\, understanding this key wealth-transfer strategy will add value to your practice and enhance the advice you give to clients. Join us to learn how this powerful tool can help protect family wealth\, minimize taxes\, and plan for future generations. Don’t miss out! \nLive webinar with chat includes 60 day replay. This program features real-time video of the presenter with synchronized presentation slides\, and a chat feature that allows for live Q & A.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/understanding-the-estate-freeze/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260528T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260528T143000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260522T131838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T131838Z
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SUMMARY:CanLII Search+ | Beginner Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Register for this 30-minute webinar to discover CanLII Search+\, a feature integrated into myCanLII. \nThis session is intended for users who are not yet familiar with the features available in their myCanLII account but who wish to learn how to use them to conduct legal research.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/canlii-search-beginner-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
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SUMMARY:Online LRA Qualification Assessment June 3 - 24\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open until noon of the Thursday before the Online Land Registration Act training program commences. Members can register via the NSBS Member Portal (go to nsbs.org and click on the “Member Sign In” link in the top right corner) under the Events tab. \nCost for this program is $650 plus HST. Registrants have the first two weeks to review the materials and the final week to complete the assessment. \nLawyers participating in this program MUST have a working knowledge of property law. The review materials provided are not meant to teach the principles of property law but to assist you in reviewing for the assessment. Additional information can be found on the NSBS website here: https://nsbs.org/legal-profession/your-practice/membership/online-lra/ \nQuestions regarding registration? Contact the Education & Credentials department at licensing@nsbs.org.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/online-lra-qualification-assessment-june-3-24-2026/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="NSBS":MAILTO:lbarron@nsbs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260603T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260408T142946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T143020Z
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SUMMARY:Family Mediation Canada - Spring 2026 Speaker Series
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URL:https://nsbs.org/event/family-mediation-canada-spring-2026-speaker-series-june-2026/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260604T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260427T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T133009Z
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SUMMARY:CAN-TECH 2026 Spring Conference: Building the Modern Technology Lawyer
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, the CAN-TECH Spring Conference is set for June 4\, 2026. This year\, the conference will focus on preparing junior to mid-level technology lawyers for the realities of modern practice. \nThe half-day\, pan-Canadian program\, with hybrid in-person and webcast sessions\, features panels across five satellite locations\, (Vancouver\, Calgary\, Toronto\, Halifax and Montreal) each hosting one live panel and participating in the other panels via Zoom\, discussing a range of topics\, including: \n\nkey skills for handling technology transactions – including if they go wrong;\na critical exploration of the current and future privacy law landscape; and\nguidance for both in-house and in-firm lawyers on developing a successful career in technology law.\n\nWe look forward to you joining us at one of our locations across the country for a chance to learn and network with your peers in the industry.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/can-tech-2026-spring-conference-building-the-modern-technology-lawyer/
LOCATION:Vancouver\, Calgary\, Toronto\, Halifax and Montreal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260604T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260604T143000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260115T152400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T184457Z
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SUMMARY:Microsoft Excel Basics for Lawyers
DESCRIPTION:If you have any version of Microsoft Office\, then you already have Microsoft Excel. But most lawyers either underutilize or don’t use Excel. Stop wasting this powerful tool! Excel is a versatile\, convenient software program that can make you more efficient and organized in your daily law practice. It can help you log billable hours\, track expenses\, calculate interest on judgments\, manage client information\, keep an eye on cases\, and create template forms. This introductory course with Master Microsoft Office Instructor Frank Byl will acquaint you with all the fundamentals you need to boost your confidence using Microsoft Excel in your practice. Using legal-related spreadsheet examples\, Frank will teach you how to: \n\nCreate\, edit\, and save workbooks and worksheets\nInsert and delete rows\, columns and cells\nMove\, copy\, and format data\nUse autofill\nInsert and copy formulas to track costs and case details\nSort and filter long lists\, including client information\nCreate template forms\nUse page layout commands to set up for printing\nUse shortcuts to save time\n\nYou’ll learn how having Excel skills can be an important advantage for today’s legal professional. No previous Excel knowledge is required. Registrants will receive practice exercises as part of the course materials. \nLive webinar with chat includes 60 day replay. This program features real-time video of the presenter with synchronized presentation slides\, and a chat feature that allows for live Q & A.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/microsoft-excel-basics-for-lawyers/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260605T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260331T150000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T140015Z
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SUMMARY:SMART ADVOCACY: SHARPENING STRATEGY & MAXIMIZING VALUE
DESCRIPTION:Join the Atlantic Provinces Trial Lawyers Association for an exceptional day-and-a-half legal education conference designed exclusively for plaintiff personal injury lawyers who are committed to maximizing results for their clients. This year’s program centers on one powerful theme: achieving the best possible resolution of your clients’ personal injury claims. From early case strategy and effective file positioning to strengthening negotiation leverage and enhancing trial performance\, APTLA’s Smart Advocacy conference will deliver practical\, actionable insights you can immediately implement in your practice. You’ll gain proven techniques to assess value\, build persuasive cases\, and drive stronger outcomes at every stage of litigation. Whether you are refining your approach to complex matters or seeking to elevate your overall litigation strategy\, this conference will equip you with the tools\, perspective\, and confidence to secure meaningful results for the clients who rely on your advocacy. \nSharpen your strategy. Strengthen your advocacy. Maximize client recovery. \nWe look forward to seeing you in Charlottetown.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/smart-advocacy-sharpening-strategy-maximizing-value/
LOCATION:Delta Prince Edward\, Charlottetown\, PEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260611T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260611T140000
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CREATED:20260115T150800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T184609Z
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SUMMARY:AI at Work: Human rights\, privacy\, and equity considerations for employers and unions
DESCRIPTION:Panelists will explore the potential benefits and pitfalls of the use of artificial intelligence (“AI”) in the workplace from a human rights perspective\, providing expert guidance on using AI in ways that promote equity and preserve privacy. Panelists will address questions such as: \n\nWhat federal and provincial laws currently regulate the use of AI? What other human rights and privacy laws or legal principles govern or restrict the use of AI at work?\nWhat key human rights and privacy concerns are raised by the use of AI by employers? In particular\, what concerns are raised by the prospect of algorithmic management\, defined as delegating to algorithms certain managerial tasks such as screening applications for employment\, assessing employee performance\, or even making decisions regarding the termination of employment?\nAre employers required to inform unions and employees about whether and how the employer is using AI in managing the workplace? Are employers required to secure employees’ consent before introducing AI technologies which may collect or use their personal information?\nWhat lessons can be learned from recent cases in which arbitrators and adjudicators have addressed privacy concerns relating to the use of other technologies in the workplace\, such as biometric monitoring\, audio and video surveillance\, and GPS tracking?\nHow might the introduction of AI into a workplace impact psychological safety and worker well-being? How can employers and unions ensure that the use of AI at work does not negatively impact employees’ mental health? What is “AI psychosis”\, and are employers required to accommodate employees who claim to be experiencing this?\nIf an employer uses an AI system that ultimately discriminates against employees or breaches employee privacy rights\, can the employer be held liable for the system’s flaws? Can the employer be held liable when a flawed AI system is used by a third party engaged by the employer\, such as a benefits administrator?\nHow can employers and unions address the use of AI through collective bargaining and workplace policies to promote equity and protect privacy? What other best practices should the parties implement to safeguard employee rights? What guidance has been released by the government and human rights bodies to this effect?\nFinally\, how can AI be applied in the workplace in a manner that reduces systemic discrimination and improves working conditions?
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/ai-at-work-human-rights-privacy-and-equity-considerations-for-employers-and-unions/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lancaster House":MAILTO:cchan@lancasterhouse.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260611T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260611T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T132253Z
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SUMMARY:CanLII Search+ | Advanced Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Register for this 30-minute webinar to learn more about using CanLII Search+\, a feature integrated into myCanLII. \nThis session is designed for users who are already familiar with myCanLII and its features and who wish to take full advantage of CanLII Search+ to conduct more in-depth legal research.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/canlii-search-advanced-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="CanLII":MAILTO:chantal.sneath@canlii.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260506T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T142814Z
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SUMMARY:Bargaining in Complex Times: Advanced skills to prepare for\, cost\, negotiate\, and communicate in collective bargaining
DESCRIPTION:Bargaining in Complex Times is a workshop designed for experienced labour relations practitioners navigating increasingly challenging collective bargaining environments. The program focuses on building strategic skills to effectively prepare for negotiations\, cost proposals\, manage complex trade-offs\, and communicate positions clearly at the table and beyond. Through practical analysis and real-world scenarios\, participants will strengthen their ability to respond to economic uncertainty\, heightened stakeholder expectations\, and evolving workplace pressures with clarity and confidence.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/bargaining-in-complex-times-advanced-skills-to-prepare-for-cost-negotiate-and-communicate-in-collective-bargaining/
LOCATION:Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T160000
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CREATED:20260506T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T142909Z
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SUMMARY:Honing Your Grievance and Arbitration Skills: Tools and tactics for effective representation
DESCRIPTION:Honing Your Grievance and Arbitration Skills is a practical\, skills-focused workshop designed for labour relations practitioners seeking to strengthen their effectiveness in grievance handling and arbitration. Participants will explore proven tools and tactical approaches for assessing grievances\, building persuasive cases\, managing evidence\, and advocating clearly and credibly at arbitration. Through applied discussion and real-world examples\, the workshop emphasizes strategic decision-making\, effective preparation\, and practical advocacy skills that translate directly to day-to-day representation.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/honing-your-grievance-and-arbitration-skills-tools-and-tactics-for-effective-representation-2/
LOCATION:Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260506T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T142957Z
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SUMMARY:After the Investigation: Defusing conflicts and restoring workplace relationships
DESCRIPTION:After the Investigation: Defusing Conflicts and Restoring Workplace Relationships focuses on what comes next once a workplace investigation has concluded. Designed for labour relations and HR practitioners\, this workshop explores practical strategies for managing post-investigation tensions\, addressing lingering conflict\, and supporting a return to functional working relationships. Participants will examine communication approaches\, risk considerations\, and intervention tools that help stabilize the workplace\, rebuild trust where possible\, and reduce the likelihood of recurring disputes.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/after-the-investigation-defusing-conflicts-and-restoring-workplace-relationships/
LOCATION:Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T143000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260522T131911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T131911Z
UID:27516-1781791200-1781793000@nsbs.org
SUMMARY:CanLII Search+ | Beginner Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Register for this 30-minute webinar to discover CanLII Search+\, a feature integrated into myCanLII. \nThis session is intended for users who are not yet familiar with the features available in their myCanLII account but who wish to learn how to use them to conduct legal research.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/canlii-search-beginner-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260619T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260506T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T142407Z
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SUMMARY:44th Annual Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nSince its launch in 1981\, the Annual Alberta Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference has served as a cornerstone gathering for Alberta’s labour relations community—offering not only timely legal and policy updates but also valuable networking opportunities with leading voices in the field. \nThis year’s conference brings together top arbitrators\, lawyers\, union representatives\, and HR professionals for in-depth discussions on the most pressing developments in labour arbitration and workplace policy. Expert-led panels will cover critical topics such as recent case law\, legislative changes\, policy trends\, and the practical challenges shaping today’s labour landscape in Alberta. \nThe conference will feature concurrent panels and hands-on workshops\, allowing attendees to customize their experience by choosing the sessions most relevant to their interests and professional roles. With a strong emphasis on connection and collaboration\, this event is designed to foster dialogue\, spark new ideas\, and strengthen professional relationships across the labour relations community. \nWhether you’re navigating complex arbitration issues or refining your workplace strategies\, the Alberta conference offers the insight\, flexibility\, and network you need to stay ahead. \nWhat to Expect\nThe event begins with an evening networking reception\, providing a relaxed setting to connect with fellow attendees\, speakers\, and leaders from the labour community. This will be followed by an evening plenary session\, offering thought-provoking discussion to set the stage for the next day’s program. \nThe following day features a full schedule of expert-led panels\, including concurrent sessions that allow participants to tailor their experience by choosing the topics most relevant to their interests and professional needs. Panelists will represent union-side\, employer-side\, and neutral perspectives\, offering balanced\, practical insights through moderated discussions. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions—either verbally or electronically—at the end of each session. \nIn addition to the live content\, participants will receive a comprehensive package of digital materials\, including textbook chapters\, case summaries\, and other carefully curated resources. Developed through extensive research by Lancaster House program lawyers\, these materials are designed to support continued learning long after the event.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/44th-annual-labour-arbitration-and-policy-conference/
LOCATION:Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260624T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260624T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260527T163000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T163200Z
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SUMMARY:Estates Bootcamp: Foundational training for new estates lawyers
DESCRIPTION:Increase your confidence with estates matters! \nThis practical\, skills-focused bootcamp teaches you how to open and manage estates files and draft basic estate planning documents. Using one evolving client scenario\, experienced trusts and estates lawyer Lynne Butler shows you how estates matters unfold in real life\, from the first client meeting through estate administration and post-death tax issues. Instead of learning about estates law as disconnected topics\, you will follow a single file from start to finish and see how early planning decisions\, and new developments\, affect later outcomes. \nYou’ll gain practical guidance on intake meetings\, drafting wills and powers of attorney\, spotting common risk areas\, and advising executors through administration and tax issues. You’ll also learn strategies for avoiding common mistakes and communicating effectively with clients\, executors\, and beneficiaries. By the end of the program\, you’ll be able to confidently open a basic estates file\, conduct a structured client intake\, draft basic estate planning documents\, and understand the key steps in estate administration. Don’t miss this practical\, grounded introduction to estates practice! Every attendee will receive helpful precedent and checklist materials to support their practice. \nLive webinar with chat includes 60 day replay. This program features real-time video of the presenter with synchronized presentation slides\, and a chat feature that allows for live Q & A.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/estates-bootcamp-foundational-training-for-new-estates-lawyers/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260627T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260427T141143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T141143Z
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SUMMARY:Agora Justice 2026 – Accès à la justice en français
DESCRIPTION:English Following \nL’Agora est un mécanisme du CMFC permettant de rassembler des gens de diverses perspectives pour trouver des solutions innovantes aux enjeux de la francophonie canadienne. En 2026\, c’est le secteur de la Justice qui sera au centre des travaux. Cet événement réunira des spécialistes de partout au pays autour de thèmes tels que l’administration de la justice\, le droit familial et criminel\, l’apport des technologies\, ainsi que le partage d’expériences sur le terrain. \nToutes les personnes concernées par l’accès à la justice en français sont conviées à l’Agora du CMFC qui se tiendra au Centre de congrès RBC de Winnipeg les 26 et 27 juin 2026. \nCet exercice d’échange et de réflexion permettra aux personnes participantes de trouver des pistes concrètes pour renforcer l’accès à la justice en français au Canada. \nRetrouvez la programmation préliminaire en ligne et inscrivez-vous dès maintenant. \n————————————————————————————————————– \nThe Agora is a mechanism the MCCF uses to gather diverse perspectives and find innovative solutions to the issues facing the Canadian Francophonie. In 2026\, the focus of the work will be on the Justice sector. The event will bring together experts from across the country to discuss themes such as justice administration\, family and criminal law\, the role of technologies\, and the sharing of real-world experiences. \nAll those with an interest in access to justice in French are invited to attend the MCCF Agora\, which will take place at Winnipeg’s RBC Convention Centre on June 26-27\, 2026. \nThis discussion and reflection exercise will allow participants to identify concrete areas of improvement and strengthen access to justice in French in Canada. \nThe preliminary program can be found online. Registration is now open. \n 
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/agora-justice-2026-acces-a-la-justice-en-francais/
LOCATION:Centre de convention RBC – Winnipeg\, 375 York Ave\, Winnipeg\, MB R3C 3J3\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260705T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260710T113000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260209T184546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T185149Z
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SUMMARY:NCLP 2026: Evidence\, Ethics\, and the Administration of Justice
DESCRIPTION:The Federation of Law Societies of Canada 2026 National Criminal Law Program will be held in Charlottetown\, PEI. \nWith a focus on Evidence\, Ethics\, and the Administration of Justice\, this longstanding national program brings crown\, defense\, and members of the judiciary from across the country together for timely and practical criminal law education. \nTo learn more and secure your registration\, please visit 2026 National Criminal Law Program – Registration.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/nclp-2026-evidence-ethics-and-the-administration-of-justice/
LOCATION:Delta Hotel Prince Edward\, 18 Queen St\, Charlottetown\, PE C1A 4A1\, Charlottetown\, PEI\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260709T143000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260506T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T134749Z
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SUMMARY:Waivers in Sports and Recreational Activities: Current Law & Emerging Issues
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a member of a fitness club or a recreational sports league\, or have a school-aged child\, liability waivers are a fact of life. Questions about the validity and enforceability of waivers are common\, both from activity operators seeking to protect themselves from negligence claims and from patrons who signed a waiver and were subsequently injured. Challenges to waivers\, and the defence of claims involving the interpretation of waivers\, require careful analysis of a number of variables. \nThis webinar features Ryan Morasiewicz\, experienced outdoor/adventure and personal injury litigator\, as well as a mountain Search and Rescue volunteer. Ryan will introduce general practitioners\, corporate counsel\, and other non-personal injury specialists to this discrete area. Topics include the insurance context in which a liability waiver operates\, requirements of a valid waiver (both style/substance and administration)\, challenges to enforceability or validity of waivers\, and the special case of minors and related consent acknowledgement of risk forms. Ryan will provide a broad perspective of relevant cases and statutes across Canada. \nYou’ll leave with a better understanding of the purpose of waivers\, what participants are being asked to give up when they sign a waiver\, and tools available to recreational providers to insulate themselves from and defend personal injury claims. Attend this course and help your clients better manage the legal risks that are part of their everyday lives. \nLive webinar with chat includes 60 day replay. This program features real-time video of the presenter with synchronized presentation slides\, and a chat feature that allows for live Q & A.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/waivers-in-sports-and-recreational-activities-current-law-emerging-issues/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260712T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260209T185920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T185920Z
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SUMMARY:National Family Law Program 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Federation of Law Societies of Canada 2026 National Family Law Program will take place in Kelowna\, BC. \nFeaturing over forty sessions\, plenaries\, and practical updates from leading voices in family law\, the NFLP remains one of Canada’s premier continuing education events for practitioners and members of the judiciary alike. \nTo learn more and secure your registration\, please visit 2026 National Family Law Program – Registration.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/national-family-law-program-2026/
LOCATION:Delta Hotel Grand Okanagan Resort\, 1310 Water St\, Kelowna\, BC V1Y 9P4\, Kelowna\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260716T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260716T140000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260402T193000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T140309Z
UID:26603-1784205000-1784210400@nsbs.org
SUMMARY:Lancaster’s Workplace Essentials: Off-Duty Conduct
DESCRIPTION:As social media usage has grown\, the off-duty conduct of employees is more conspicuous than ever. In this installment of Lancaster’s Workplace Essentials webinar series\, panelists will provide attendees with a guideline to key principles pertaining to off-duty conduct and associated discipline. Questions to be discussed include: \n\nWhat is encompassed by off-duty conduct? What factors do decision-makers consider in determining if the off-duty conduct in question is work-related?\nWhat lessons can be learned from recent decisions in which decision-makers have addressed whether an employer was correct to discipline or dismiss an employee due to off-duty conduct?\nIn what circumstances have arbitrators found an employer’s decision to discipline or dismiss an employee due to inappropriate social media posts justified? Not justified?\nWhen will employers be required to investigate violence or harassment that occurred off duty? Could employers face liability for failing to investigate in these circumstances?\nHow should employers and unions handle incidents where employees or members have been charged with a criminal offence? Can an employer suspend an employee without pay pending the outcome of the charges?\nWhen can an employer dismiss an employee who has been convicted of a criminal offence? Is a connection between the offence and the employee’s duties required for the dismissal to be justified?\nWhat aspects of off-duty conduct have been specifically addressed in workplace policies or collective agreement provisions?
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/lancasters-workplace-essentials-off-duty-conduct/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Lancaster House":MAILTO:cchan@lancasterhouse.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260806T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260806T140000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260402T153000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T141209Z
UID:26606-1786019400-1786024800@nsbs.org
SUMMARY:Addressing Gambling\, Technology\, & Pornography Addictions at Work: Legal and Human Rights Obligations
DESCRIPTION:Behavioural and technology-related addictions\, from online gambling to excessive pornography use\, are pushing the limits of traditional policies and unsettled laws. As caselaw develops\, employers and unions are facing tough questions about evolving human rights obligations and workplace accountability. Panelists will explore: \n\nDo employees with gambling\, technology\, or pornography addictions have legal protection in the workplace? Must the addiction be formally diagnosed?\nHow should employers assess credibility and evidence when addiction by an employee as a defence is raised only after misconduct has occurred?\nWhat steps must employers take if they merely suspect an employee has an addiction?\nWhat are employer accommodation obligations when an addiction is behavioural or technology-related?\nWhich monitoring mechanisms for technology or inappropriate online activity have been found to violate privacy rights?\nWhat disciplinary measures have been applied when addictions lead to misconduct such as time theft\, misuse of employer equipment\, or financial improprieties? Are there differences in how courts and arbitrators treat behavioural versus substance-related addictions in the workplace?\nHow have employers and unions address addiction in workplace policies and collective agreements?
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/addressing-gambling-technology-pornography-addictions-at-work-legal-and-human-rights-obligations/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Lancaster House":MAILTO:cchan@lancasterhouse.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260820T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260402T191200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T141432Z
UID:26608-1787229000-1787234400@nsbs.org
SUMMARY:Effective and Privacy-Compliant Medical Inquiries: Getting the right info from medical practitioners for accommodation\, leaves\, and return to work
DESCRIPTION:Navigating an employer’s duty to accommodate while respecting employees’ privacy rights presents an ongoing challenge. This webinar will explore how to effectively request medical information and determine when a request for medical information is inappropriate. Specifically\, the panel will address: \n\nWhat are the privacy concerns associated with an employer requesting an employee’s medical information\, especially information related to mental health disabilities? What measures should employers and unions implement to safeguard an employee’s medical information and limit access to authorized individuals?\nDoes the extent of the medical information that an employer is entitled to request vary depending on the underlying purpose of the request (e.g. for accommodation\, leave\, or return to work) or the length of the absence? Do employers ever have a right to obtain an employee’s diagnosis rather than simply restrictions on work?\nWhat are best practices for drafting letters to medical practitioners regarding an employee’s accommodation\, leave\, or return to work? Can employers or unions communicate directly with an employee’s medical practitioner?\nWhen can an employer request an Independent Medical Examination (“IME”)? What is the union’s role in this process?\nHow should employers and unions assess medical information that relies exclusively or primarily on an employee’s subjective self-reporting of symptoms? Does the assessment differ in the context of mental health disabilities where diagnoses are predominantly based on self-reported information?\nHow should employers and unions approach an employee who is reluctant to provide medical information or fails to provide the requested information?\nHow should employers and unions update collective agreements and workplace policies to ensure that they are compliant with recent changes to legislation in various jurisdictions (e.g. restrictions on sick notes for short-term absences\, long-term illness leave)?
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/effective-and-privacy-compliant-medical-inquiries-getting-the-right-info-from-medical-practitioners-for-accommodation-leaves-and-return-to-work/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Lancaster House":MAILTO:cchan@lancasterhouse.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260902T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260923T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20250617T174455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T184740Z
UID:23591-1788339600-1790182800@nsbs.org
SUMMARY:Online LRA Qualification Assessment September 2 - 23\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open until noon of the Thursday before the Online Land Registration Act training program commences. Members can register via the NSBS Member Portal (go to nsbs.org and click on the “Member Sign In” link in the top right corner) under the Events tab. \nCost for this program is $650 plus HST. Registrants have the first two weeks to review the materials and the final week to complete the assessment. \nLawyers participating in this program MUST have a working knowledge of property law. The review materials provided are not meant to teach the principles of property law but to assist you in reviewing for the assessment. Additional information can be found on the NSBS website here: https://nsbs.org/legal-profession/your-practice/membership/online-lra/ \nQuestions regarding registration? Contact the Education & Credentials department at licensing@nsbs.org.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/online-lra-qualification-assessment-september-2-23-2026/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="NSBS":MAILTO:lbarron@nsbs.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260910T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260226T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T133211Z
UID:26015-1789038000-1789059600@nsbs.org
SUMMARY:Winning Cases at WSIB and WSIAT (Virtual Event)
DESCRIPTION:Appearing before the WSIB and the WSIAT requires more than familiarity with workers’ compensation legislation and policy; it requires strategic thinking\, careful preparation\, and effective advocacy. In this workshop\, experienced advocates will guide participants through the key stages of a successful appeal\, highlighting both procedural requirements and advocacy best practices. \nTopics will include: \n\nAppealing a board-level decision within mandated timelines;\nIdentifying\, sorting\, and prioritizing issues in an appeal;\nDeveloping a persuasive “theory of the case”;\nMeeting pre-hearing disclosure obligations;\nObtaining and organizing relevant evidence;\nAnticipating and responding to the other side’s arguments;\nPreparing clients for hearings;\nEffectively using and challenging medical information;\nMaking compelling opening statements and final arguments; and\nQuestioning and cross-questioning witnesses.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/winning-cases-at-wsib-and-wsiat-virtual-event/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lancaster House":MAILTO:cchan@lancasterhouse.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260910T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260402T191300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T141718Z
UID:26610-1789043400-1789048800@nsbs.org
SUMMARY:Lancaster’s Workplace Essentials: Investigations
DESCRIPTION:In this installment of Lancaster’s Workplace Essentials webinar series\, panelists will examine key principles\, recent caselaw\, and best practices relating to workplace investigations. Specifically\, the panel will discuss: \n\nWhat does a fair and effective workplace investigation process entail? What procedural flaws should be avoided during the investigation process?\nWhat is the union’s role in an investigation? Does a member have a right to union representation during an investigation?\nWhen should an employer hire an external investigator instead of conducting an internal investigation? Does the union have a role in ensuring the impartiality of the investigator?\nCan employers commence investigations without a formal complaint? How should employers and unions approach the investigation of anonymous complaints?\nWhen will an employer be required to investigate the off-duty conduct of employees? What if the off-duty conduct involves violence and harassment?\nWhat information can/should/must be disclosed to a complainant or respondent at the conclusion of an investigation (e.g. findings\, actions taken)? Are unions entitled to a copy of the final investigation report or the investigator’s notes? Are they entitled to a response?\nIn what situations have damages been awarded for an employer’s inadequate investigation or failure to investigate?
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/lancasters-workplace-essentials-investigations/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Lancaster House":MAILTO:cchan@lancasterhouse.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260917T143000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260506T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T122840Z
UID:27023-1789650000-1789655400@nsbs.org
SUMMARY:Running a Profitable Law Practice
DESCRIPTION:Many lawyers are busy—but not as profitable as they should be. This program shows you why\, and what to do about it. \nIn most small and mid-size firms\, financial management is learned on the job. The result is often slow collections\, uneven cash flow\, and limited visibility into how your practice is performing. This practical\, plain-language program with Joe Novello\, MBA\, CPA focuses on the financial fundamentals that directly affect your firm’s results. Joe will show you how to turn your numbers into better cash flow\, pricing\, and profit decisions—things you can do on your own or have your CPA do for you. You’ll learn how to: \n\nImprove cash flow and get paid faster\nStrengthen collections and manage work in progress\nUse your income statement to guide decisions\nSet and adjust billing rates with confidence\nUnderstand and control key practice costs\nIdentify financial risks early\nTrack a few meaningful performance indicators\n\nIf you’ve ever felt uncertain about your firm’s financial performance\, this program will give you a clearer\, more practical way to understand and improve it. \nWhether your goal is to reduce financial stress\, stabilize cash flow\, or build a more consistently profitable practice\, Joe will help you take control of your numbers and use them to your advantage. No accounting background required\, just practical tools you can use right away. \nLive webinar with chat includes 60 day replay. This program features real-time video of the presenter with synchronized presentation slides\, and a chat feature that allows for live Q & A.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/running-a-profitable-law-practice/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261125T090000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20250617T174654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T184803Z
UID:23592-1793782800-1795597200@nsbs.org
SUMMARY:Online LRA Qualification Assessment November 4 - 25\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open until noon of the Thursday before the Online Land Registration Act training program commences. Members can register via the NSBS Member Portal (go to nsbs.org and click on the “Member Sign In” link in the top right corner) under the Events tab. \nCost for this program is $650 plus HST. Registrants have the first two weeks to review the materials and the final week to complete the assessment. \nLawyers participating in this program MUST have a working knowledge of property law. The review materials provided are not meant to teach the principles of property law but to assist you in reviewing for the assessment. Additional information can be found on the NSBS website here: https://nsbs.org/legal-profession/your-practice/membership/online-lra/ \nQuestions regarding registration? Contact the Education & Credentials department at licensing@nsbs.org.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/online-lra-qualification-assessment-november-4-25-2026/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="NSBS":MAILTO:lbarron@nsbs.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20270113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20270203T090000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260422T112000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T122852Z
UID:26865-1799830800-1801645200@nsbs.org
SUMMARY:Online LRA Qualification Assessment January 13 - February 3\, 2027
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open until noon of the Thursday before the Online Land Registration Act training program commences. Members can register via the NSBS Member Portal (go to nsbs.org and click on the “Member Sign In” link in the top right corner) above the News & Events tab. \nCost for this program is $650 plus HST. Registrants have the first two weeks to review the materials and the final week to complete the assessment. \nLawyers participating in this program MUST have a working knowledge of property law. The review materials provided are not meant to teach the principles of property law but to assist you in reviewing for the assessment. Additional information can be found on the NSBS website here: https://nsbs.org/legal-profession/your-practice/membership/online-lra/ \nQuestions regarding registration? Contact the Education & Credentials department at licensing@nsbs.org.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/online-lra-qualification-assessment-january-13-february-3-2027/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20270421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20270512T090000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260422T113000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T123131Z
UID:26862-1808298000-1810112400@nsbs.org
SUMMARY:Online LRA Qualification Assessment April 21- May 12\, 2027
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open until noon of the Thursday before the Online Land Registration Act training program commences. Members can register via the NSBS Member Portal (go to nsbs.org and click on the “Member Sign In” link in the top right corner) above the News & Events tab. \nCost for this program is $650 plus HST. Registrants have the first two weeks to review the materials and the final week to complete the assessment. \nLawyers participating in this program MUST have a working knowledge of property law. The review materials provided are not meant to teach the principles of property law but to assist you in reviewing for the assessment. Additional information can be found on the NSBS website here: https://nsbs.org/legal-profession/your-practice/membership/online-lra/ \nQuestions regarding registration? Contact the Education & Credentials department at licensing@nsbs.org. \n 
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/online-lra-qualification-assessment-april-21-may-12-2027/
LOCATION:Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20270602T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20270623T090000
DTSTAMP:20260527T230125
CREATED:20260422T114000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T122139Z
UID:26867-1811926800-1813741200@nsbs.org
SUMMARY:Online LRA Qualification Assessment June 2 – 23\, 2027
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open until noon of the Thursday before the Online Land Registration Act training program commences. Members can register via the NSBS Member Portal (go to nsbs.org and click on the “Member Sign In” link in the top right corner) above the News & Events tab. \nCost for this program is $650 plus HST. Registrants have the first two weeks to review the materials and the final week to complete the assessment. \nLawyers participating in this program MUST have a working knowledge of property law. The review materials provided are not meant to teach the principles of property law but to assist you in reviewing for the assessment. Additional information can be found on the NSBS website here: https://nsbs.org/legal-profession/your-practice/membership/online-lra/ \nQuestions regarding registration? Contact the Education & Credentials department at licensing@nsbs.org.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/online-lra-qualification-assessment-june-2-23-2027/
LOCATION:Online
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