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Return to Pre-Pandemic Client ID Rules and Review of Verification Options

We are pleased to provide an update to our October 26, 2023 notice regarding the end of the pandemic relief measures that permitted client verification by viewing government issued ID over a video call. The pandemic-era video verification method presented a high risk of identification fraud. It should have been used only when a better option was not available, and it should not be used in future.

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Law Stamp Access

Please be advised that during the main office closure of Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society, Law Stamps will continue to be available through the NSBS Library located at The Law Courts, seventh floor, 1815 Upper Water Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 1S7. This temporary arrangement has been established to ensure uninterrupted access to Law Stamps services while our main office undergoes renovations. Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] or 902-425-2665.

Chairperson – Canadian Museum for Human Rights / Le/la président(e) – Musée canadien pour les droits de la personne

The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) is looking for a new part-time Chairperson for its Board of Trustees. Are you an inspiring leader who can conduct effective board meetings, uphold good governance principles, hold management accountable for its performance, act as an ambassador for the Museum and inspire a culture of philanthropy? If yes, then we want you!

The CMHR is committed to the principles of employment equity and to achieving a workforce that is representative of the Canadian population. Interested individuals are invited to apply online until January 8, 2024, via the Governor in Council Appointments website.

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Le Musée canadien pour les droits de la personne (MCDP) est à la recherche d’un(e) nouveau/nouvelle président(e) à temps partiel pour son conseil d’administration. Êtes-vous un(e) leader inspirant(e) capable de diriger des réunions efficaces du conseil, de faire respecter les principes de bonne gouvernance, de tenir la direction responsable de son rendement, d’agir en tant qu’ambassadeur du Musée et d’inspirer une culture de philanthropie ? Si oui, c’est vous que nous voulons !

Le MCDP s’engage à respecter les principes d’équité en matière d’emploi et à se doter d’un effectif représentatif de la population canadienne. Les personnes intéressées sont invitées à poser leur candidature en ligne jusqu’au 8 janvier 2024, au site Web des nominations par la gouverneure en conseil.

Posted on behalf of Governance Directorate, Portfolio Affairs Office, Department of Canadian Heritage / Affiché au nom de la Direction de la gouvernance, Bureau des affaires du portefeuille, Ministère du Patrimoine canadien

 

Call for Expressions of Interest: Complaints Investigations Committee

The Society is seeking expressions of interest from individuals interested in joining the Complaints Investigation Committee (“CIC”). The CIC supports Council by carrying out the functions assigned to it under Part III of the Act and Part 9 of the Regulations. The Committee carries out its responsibilities in accordance with the Objects of the professional responsibility process.

If you are interested in joining a committee, please send the following documents to Wanda Wilson at [email protected].  We will review your materials and refer your application to the Nominating Committee for review and recommendation to Council.

  • A brief expression of interest (max. 1 page) – please describe why you’re interested in joining the Complaints Investigation Committee, and the attributes and experience you could bring to this committee’s work.
  • A brief resume (1-2 pages)
  • A completed Skills Matrix

We value diversity on the CIC and welcome applications from members from equity-deserving communities. We also accommodate volunteers who wish to attend meetings via video. The Society asks applicants to submit a skills matrix to better understand the skills and backgrounds of members who wish to fill these vacancies.  

If you require an accommodation, assistance with preparing an application, or have any questions, please contact Marla Brown, Director of Equity and Access, at [email protected].