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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/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260507T143000
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SUMMARY:Contested Accountings in Trusts & Estates
DESCRIPTION:Contested accountings are one of the most powerful and dangerous tools in trust and estate litigation. Whether acting for fiduciaries or beneficiaries\, counsel must understand how courts scrutinize trustee and executor conduct\, allocate the burden of proof\, and impose remedies when accounts are challenged. This program with experienced estates litigator Kaan D. Alkin examines contested trust and estate accountings from a national\, principles-based perspective. You will learn when accountings are required\, how objections are framed\, and how courts assess compensation claims\, fiduciary conduct\, record-keeping\, delay\, and more. The session also explores evidentiary challenges\, available remedies\, and the cost consequences that often drive settlement. Designed for trust and estate litigators across Canada\, this program focuses on practical litigation strategy rather than provincial procedure. \nTopics include: \n\nTactical considerations for counsel\nEvidentiary pitfalls\nInteraction with related estate litigation\n\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to enhance your understanding of strategy\, risk\, and remedies in this important area. \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/contested-accountings-in-trusts-estates/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260508T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar Series on Bail Reform 101 - Bail in Practice: Community Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nJoin us for a three-part webinar series exploring bail reform in Canada with leading researchers\, legal experts\, and community leaders. \nThe Nova Scotia Criminal Justice Association (NSCJA) is pleased to present a three-part Webinar Series on Bail Reform\, bringing together legal experts\, academic researchers\, and community justice leaders to discuss the evolving landscape of bail policy in Canada. \nBail reform continues to be one of the most widely debated issues within Canada’s justice system. This series will explore the legal framework of bail\, current policy discussions\, research findings\, and the impact of bail processes on individuals and communities. \nEach session will provide participants with the opportunity to hear from recognized subject matter experts and gain insights from multiple perspectives within the justice system. \nThis series is intended for justice professionals\, policymakers\, students\, researchers\, and members of the public interested in learning more about bail practices\, reform discussions\, and community impacts. \nParticipants will also have the opportunity to engage with speakers through moderated questions and discussion. \nSession 3\nMay 8\, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (AST) \nJenna Tucker – John Howard Society\, Darlene MacEachern & Julie Kendall – Elizabeth Fry Society of Cape Breton \nRepresentatives from community justice organizations will share perspectives on how bail and record suspension processes affect individuals navigating the justice system and the importance of community reintegration support. \nSession Focus: Community justice perspectives and impacts of bail policies. \nREGISTRATION INFORMATION \nRegistration is free and open to the public. You will receive a Zoom link prior to the event
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/webinar-series-on-bail-reform-101-bail-in-practice-community-supervision/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260514T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260514T140000
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SUMMARY:Winning Pre-Hearing Strategies: Navigating delays\, settlements\, and disclosure requirements
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, attendees will examine guiding legal principles and best practices during the pre-hearing stage. Specifically\, speakers will address the following questions: \n\nHow should parties assess the merits of a case and determine whether arbitration is appropriate or a settlement is feasible? When will mediation be indicated?\nWhat procedural and fundamental objections are commonly raised at arbitration (g. failing to follow the grievance procedure\, disclosure of documents\, arbitrator bias\, etc.)? When early should these objections be raised?\nWhat types of documents are protected by solicitor-client privilege\, labour relations privilege\, or privacy laws?\nWhat mistakes should be avoided when drafting particulars? What information is the other side entitled to?\nWhat factors should parties take into account when choosing between virtual and in-person hearing formats if a choice is available?\nHow early should parties begin preparing for hearings? When will using generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) be of assistance during the pre-hearing stage?\nWhat are frequent reasons for delays during the pre-hearing stage and how can parties avoid them? What types of behaviour leading to delay would be considered an abuse of process? What remedies are possible?
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/winning-pre-hearing-strategies-navigating-delays-settlements-and-disclosure-requirements/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lancaster House":MAILTO:cchan@lancasterhouse.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260514T143000
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SUMMARY:Drafting Wills to Avoid Claims and Litigation
DESCRIPTION:Every will is both a blueprint — and a potential liability exposure. While no will can eliminate all risk\, many disputes arise from recurring and preventable drafting and process errors. In this 90-minute practical webinar\, estates litigation lawyer and preferred counsel for LAWPRO\, Jenny Bogod\, examines common categories of will-drafting mistakes that lead to litigation and professional negligence claims. Drawing on leading jurisprudence and real-world experience\, the session highlights where drafting lawyers most often get into trouble and\, more importantly\, how to avoid those problems at the drafting stage. By the end of the webinar\, you will be able to: \n\nBetter understand the scope of the drafting lawyer’s duties and risk exposure\nIdentify recurring drafting errors that generate litigation\nRecognize clause-level vulnerabilities before they become disputes\nImplement protective drafting techniques and file practices that reduce claims and challenges\n\nThis program focuses on concrete drafting and process improvements\, not abstract doctrine. The goal is to help you draft wills that are less likely to be litigated and more defensible if they are. Before you finalize your next will\, ask yourself: If this clause were litigated tomorrow\, would I be comfortable defending it? If the answer is anything short of “absolutely”\, join us to sharpen your drafting and pressure-test your precedents against current litigation trends! \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/drafting-wills-to-avoid-claims-and-litigation/
LOCATION:Webinar – Online
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260521T133000
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SUMMARY:Lancaster Speaker Series: Dr. Tanya De Mello – Unconscious Biases
DESCRIPTION:This session will explore how inclusion\, belonging\, and equity operate in workplaces through a labour\, employment\, and human rights lens. Drawing on research and practice\, Dr. De Mello will highlight how organizations\, including universities\, often fall short of reflecting the diversity of the communities they serve\, despite widespread use of equity and diversity language. The session will emphasize that a genuine sense of belonging is a key driver of job satisfaction\, employee well-being\, and retention\, and is shaped by everyday decisions about inclusion\, recognition\, and opportunity. Participants are invited to examine how conscious and unconscious biases influence the ways in which they engage and work. Rather than offering prescriptive solutions\, the session intentionally centres introspection and discomfort as necessary components of meaningful change. The discussion connects individual decision making to broader structural patterns\, reinforcing that inclusive workplaces are not created through intention alone but through sustained\, reflective practice and accountability.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/lancaster-speaker-series-unconscious-biases/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lancaster House":MAILTO:cchan@lancasterhouse.com
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SUMMARY:Atlantic Labour Law Conference - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Atlantic Labour Law Conference is the must-attend event for legal practitioners\, arbitrators\, HR professionals\, and labour relations experts in Nova Scotia\, Newfoundland and Labrador\, New Brunswick\, and Prince Edward Island. This conference delivers in-depth analysis of the latest legislative changes\, key case law developments\, and emerging workplace issues specific to the Atlantic region. Featuring leading speakers from across the provinces\, the program offers practical insights into how recent legal decisions are shaping labour relations strategies and compliance in Atlantic Canada. Designed for professionals seeking to stay current in a dynamic legal landscape\, the conference also offers valuable opportunities to connect with experts and peers across the region. Strengthen your understanding of Atlantic labour law\, refine your approach to workplace challenges\, and expand your professional network. \nWhat to Expect\nIn this conference\, leading labour relations\, lawyers\, and human rights professionals will explore recent labour law developments\, policies\, and emerging workplace human rights challenges in Atlantic Canada (including content and expert speakers specific to Newfoundland and Labrador\, Nova Scotia\, PEI\, and New Brunswick). Throughout the event\, panelists from union-side\, employer-side\, and neutral perspectives from the Atlantic region will share their insights through moderated discussions. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions verbally or electronically at the end of each panel. Participants will also be provided with a comprehensive set of digital materials including textbook chapters\, case summaries\, and other online resources relevant to panel discussions These resources\, developed through hours of research by Lancaster House program lawyers\, will prove invaluable for future reference.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/atlantic-labour-law-conference-day-1/
LOCATION:Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel\, 1919 Upper Water Street Halifax\, Nova Scotia B3J 3J5 Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Lancaster House":MAILTO:cchan@lancasterhouse.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260526T090000
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SUMMARY:Atlantic Labour Law Conference - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Atlantic Labour Law Conference is the must-attend event for legal practitioners\, arbitrators\, HR professionals\, and labour relations experts in Nova Scotia\, Newfoundland and Labrador\, New Brunswick\, and Prince Edward Island. This conference delivers in-depth analysis of the latest legislative changes\, key case law developments\, and emerging workplace issues specific to the Atlantic region. Featuring leading speakers from across the provinces\, the program offers practical insights into how recent legal decisions are shaping labour relations strategies and compliance in Atlantic Canada. Designed for professionals seeking to stay current in a dynamic legal landscape\, the conference also offers valuable opportunities to connect with experts and peers across the region. Strengthen your understanding of Atlantic labour law\, refine your approach to workplace challenges\, and expand your professional network. \nWhat to Expect\nIn this conference\, leading labour relations\, lawyers\, and human rights professionals will explore recent labour law developments\, policies\, and emerging workplace human rights challenges in Atlantic Canada (including content and expert speakers specific to Newfoundland and Labrador\, Nova Scotia\, PEI\, and New Brunswick). Throughout the event\, panelists from union-side\, employer-side\, and neutral perspectives from the Atlantic region will share their insights through moderated discussions. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions verbally or electronically at the end of each panel. Participants will also be provided with a comprehensive set of digital materials including textbook chapters\, case summaries\, and other online resources relevant to panel discussions These resources\, developed through hours of research by Lancaster House program lawyers\, will prove invaluable for future reference.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/atlantic-labour-law-conference-day-2/
LOCATION:Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel\, 1919 Upper Water Street Halifax\, Nova Scotia B3J 3J5 Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Lancaster House":MAILTO:cchan@lancasterhouse.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260527T090000
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SUMMARY:Honing Your Grievance and Arbitration Skills: Tools and tactics for effective representation
DESCRIPTION:Program Overview\nThe Atlantic Labour Law Skills Training Workshop is a highly focused professional development opportunity for HR professionals\, union leaders\, and employer representatives involved in labour law in Newfoundland\, Nova Scotia\, New Brunswick\, and P.E.I.. Designed with both legal rigour and practical application in mind\, this session helps participants deepen their understanding of core workplace challenges and build hands-on skills to improve outcomes.
URL:https://nsbs.org/event/honing-your-grievance-and-arbitration-skills-tools-and-tactics-for-effective-representation/
LOCATION:Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel\, 1919 Upper Water Street Halifax\, Nova Scotia B3J 3J5 Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Lancaster House":MAILTO:cchan@lancasterhouse.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260528T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260528T143000
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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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