The Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia (CLEBC)

The Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia (CLEBC) We deliver the most reliable and practical, BC-specific legal education and information. General operations are funded from the sales of products and services.

The Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia (CLEBC) is an independent non-profit society incorporated in December 1976. CLEBC is the most respected and most often relied upon source of continuing professional education for British Columbia lawyers and their support staff. Our mandate is to meet the present and future educational needs of the legal profession in British Columbia. Our

goal is to develop an ongoing long-term relationship with every lawyer in the province. Everyone on our staff is eager to hear your comments and suggestions on how we can accomplish this goal. The Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia (CLEBC) relies heavily on volunteer contributors from the legal community, who write the publications, present at courses, and act as members of editorial boards for publications. CLEBC has a staff of approximately 50 employees.

Estate planning has never been more complex—new tax rules, trust changes, and even digital avatars are reshaping the fie...
09/26/2025

Estate planning has never been more complex—new tax rules, trust changes, and even digital avatars are reshaping the field.

Join us on November 27 (in Vancouver or via webinar) for Navigating New Terrain: Key Tax and Other Changes Affecting Estates Practice. This course will bring you up to speed on the latest income tax updates, trust modifications, vacancy taxes, flipped property taxes, and more—plus explore emerging issues like post-mortem digital avatars and the role of AI.

Get the insights you need to give your clients clear, strategic advice in a changing world.

Early Bird pricing is available now!

🔗Save your spot: https://store.cle.bc.ca/productdetails.aspx?title=Navigating-New-Terrain-Key-Tax-and-Other-Changes-Affecting-Estates-Practice-2025&cid=2319

Take your courtroom skills to the next level with direct, personalized feedback from senior judges and experienced couns...
09/26/2025

Take your courtroom skills to the next level with direct, personalized feedback from senior judges and experienced counsel.

On October 31 and November 1 in Vancouver, CLEBC’s Winning Advocacy Skills Workshop offers an immersive, hands-on experience like no other. Step into a real courtroom, work through a dynamic fact pattern, and perform multiple trial exercises—all while receiving one-on-one critiques from top litigators and members of the bench.

Seats are limited, and Early Bird pricing ends Friday, October 3—secure your place before it’s too late.

Register here: https://store.cle.bc.ca/productdetails.aspx?title=Winning-Advocacy-Skills-Workshop-2025&cid=2298

When timing is everything, interim remedies and injunctions can give your clients a crucial advantage. From protecting c...
09/25/2025

When timing is everything, interim remedies and injunctions can give your clients a crucial advantage. From protecting commercial interests and enforcing non-compete clauses to enabling urgent action by public bodies, these tools can make a real, immediate difference before trial even begins.

On October 29, join leading experts—either in Vancouver or online—for CLEBC’s Interim Remedies and Injunctions program. Learn how to effectively use (and challenge) powerful remedies, including Mareva, Norwich, and Anton Piller orders.

Early Bird pricing ends Wednesday, October 1—don’t miss this chance to take advantage of our discounted pricing.

Save your spot: https://store.cle.bc.ca/productdetails.aspx?title=Interim-Remedies-and-Injunctions-2025&cid=2301

Water law in BC is at a turning point—and your chance to get up to speed is next week.On Friday, October 3, join leading...
09/25/2025

Water law in BC is at a turning point—and your chance to get up to speed is next week.

On Friday, October 3, join leading experts for the CLEBC program Water Law: Collaborative Solutions within Multiple Legal Orders, a timely course exploring provincial water law, its colonial foundations, and the emerging frameworks reshaping how water is governed in BC.

With climate change accelerating and Indigenous water governance gaining more and more recognition, this program will give legal professionals the insights needed to navigate overlapping legal orders effectively.

Save your spot: https://store.cle.bc.ca/productdetails.aspx?title=Water-Law-Collaborative-Solutions-within-Multiple-Legal-Orders-2025&cid=2308

Looking to better resolve high conflict situations? Don’t miss the return of the much-attended programs From Conflict to...
09/24/2025

Looking to better resolve high conflict situations? Don’t miss the return of the much-attended programs From Conflict to Calm: Dealing with High Conflict Behaviours and Mediating High Conflict Disputes this fall!

Join Michael J. Lomax, JD, for these two practical programs that will give you the tools to manage tension and resolve disputes more effectively.

These workshops are filled with actionable strategies you can use right away—whether handling clients, colleagues, or mediation participants.

From Conflict to Calm: Dealing with High Conflict Behaviours takes place via webinar on October 30, while Mediating High Conflict Disputes is scheduled for November 21.

⏰ Early Bird deadlines are coming up soon! Don’t miss your chance to save.

Save your spot: https://store.cle.bc.ca/products.aspx?search=conflict

Conflict doesn’t have to derail your day—or your case.On October 28, join us online for Engaging Conflict in the Moment:...
09/23/2025

Conflict doesn’t have to derail your day—or your case.

On October 28, join us online for Engaging Conflict in the Moment: Using Curiosity to Turn Conflict into Cooperation, a one-day, interactive workshop designed to transform how you handle conflict.

Through hands-on practice in a virtual setting, you’ll learn how to use strategic curiosity to uncover the “why” behind conflict behaviour, calm tense situations, and turn breakdowns into breakthroughs.

Discover how curiosity-based communication can lower stress, reduce tension, and open the door to productive, cooperative outcomes.

Early Bird pricing ends soon!

Save your spot: https://store.cle.bc.ca/productdetails.aspx?title=Engaging-Conflict-in-the-Moment-Using-Curiosity-to-Turn-Conflict-into-Cooperation&cid=2318

Labour law never stands still—and neither should your expertise.Join us in Vancouver or via webinar on October 22 for CL...
09/22/2025

Labour law never stands still—and neither should your expertise.

Join us in Vancouver or via webinar on October 22 for CLEBC’s Labour Relations 2025, where you’ll get the latest updates from union and management perspectives. You will walk away with practical strategies for navigating collective agreement disputes, Part 5 Code issues, and Labour Relations Board developments. Highlights include a 50-year retrospective with Don Jordan, KC and John Rogers, KC, and a lunch panel on the healthcare sector.

📅 Don’t wait—Early Bird pricing ends Wednesday, September 24. Secure your spot now and save!

Reserve your spot: https://store.cle.bc.ca/productdetails.aspx?title=Labour-Relations-2025&cid=2254

Setbacks happen—even to the best lawyers. What defines your career is how you respond to them.On October 8, join us for ...
09/22/2025

Setbacks happen—even to the best lawyers. What defines your career is how you respond to them.

On October 8, join us for Rebuilding Confidence After Setbacks, a FREE 60-minute webinar designed to help legal professionals regain their footing and move forward with resilience.

Through evidence-based strategies and a guided workbook, you’ll learn how to:

• reframe challenges with confidence
• turn professional disappointments into growth opportunities
• create an action plan to thrive in the face of adversity

Whether you’ve faced a difficult case, a missed milestone, or a dip in self-assurance, this session will give you practical tools to reset and rebuild.

👉 Sign up at no cost: https://store.cle.bc.ca/productdetails.aspx?title=Rebuilding-Confidence-After-Setbacks-2025&cid=2299

Stay ahead in Aboriginal law with insights from the experts shaping the field. CLEBC’s annual Aboriginal Law Conference ...
09/19/2025

Stay ahead in Aboriginal law with insights from the experts shaping the field. CLEBC’s annual Aboriginal Law Conference is back this fall where leading practitioners willexplore the latest developments affecting Indigenous Peoples, governments, and industry in British Columbia.

This conference dives deep into emerging trends, practical strategies, and the real-world implications of current legal developments—essential knowledge for anyone navigating this evolving area of practice.

Join us on November 28 in Vancouver or via webinar to gain actionable insights and connect with the leaders in Aboriginal law.

🚀 Registration is now open, and Early Bird pricing is available now.

We're proud to have this program led by chairs Jeffrey Nicholls and Melinda Skeels of Ratcliff LLP.

Save your spot: https://store.cle.bc.ca/productdetails.aspx?title=Aboriginal-Law-Conference-2025&cid=2295

CLEBC offers a 50% discount to all Indigenous lawyers and support staff and a limited number of free online registrations to non-lawyer Indigenous community members.

The Federal Court plays a vital role in Canada’s judicial system, and staying current with its evolving jurisprudence is...
09/19/2025

The Federal Court plays a vital role in Canada’s judicial system, and staying current with its evolving jurisprudence is key for every practitioner.

On November 19, join senior lawyers and members of the Federal Court and Federal Court of Appeal for the CLEBC program Federal Court Practice—a course that goes beyond the fundamentals to explore the procedural and substantive issues shaping both trial and appellate divisions today.

Whether you’re new to this forum or have years of experience, you’ll gain valuable insights and strategies to sharpen your Federal Court practice.

Early Bird pricing is available now!

🔗 Save your spot: https://store.cle.bc.ca/productdetails.aspx?title=Federal-Court-Practice-2025&cid=2305

Workplace conflicts are never one-size-fits-all—and neither are the solutions.Join us in Vancouver on November 19-20 for...
09/18/2025

Workplace conflicts are never one-size-fits-all—and neither are the solutions.

Join us in Vancouver on November 19-20 for Workplace Conflict Resolution Tools: Mediations, Investigations and More. This two-day, hands-on course will help you navigate the full spectrum of conflict resolution strategies, from mediation to investigation, and understand when to use each tool effectively.

You’ll practice key skills to ensure fair, effective processes for everyone involved—employees, employers, and parties in dispute—and leave equipped to handle workplace challenges with confidence.

Space is limited, and Early Bird pricing is on now!

Save your spot: https://store.cle.bc.ca/productdetails.aspx?title=Workplace-Conflict-Resolution-Tools-Mediations-Investigations-and-More&cid=2317

Next week is your chance to dive deeper into the complexities of family law and elevate your paralegal practice.On Thurs...
09/18/2025

Next week is your chance to dive deeper into the complexities of family law and elevate your paralegal practice.

On Thursday, Sept. 25, join us online for Advanced Family Law for Paralegals—a focused, practical program created for experienced paralegals who want to expand their expertise and impact on the family law team.

Learn directly from senior paralegals, seasoned lawyers, and members of the judiciary as they share strategies, insights, and tools to help you succeed in this fast-paced and demanding area of practice.

👉 Secure your spot: https://store.cle.bc.ca/productdetails.aspx?title=Advanced-Family-Law-for-Paralegals-2025&cid=2285

Address

1155 Pender Street W # 500
Vancouver, BC
V6E2P4

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

604-669-3544

Website

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