The Canadian Association of Black Lawyers (CABL) is hosting its 13th Annual Conference and Gala on October 18-19, 2024, at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Vancouver, British Columbia. This event brings together legal professionals, business leaders, and community advocates to celebrate Black leadership and discuss strategies for building and sustaining community.
The conference will feature sessions on corporate law, diversity and inclusion, and community engagement. Notably, Senior Associate Yinka Olusoga will present on recent trends and developments in corporate law. The event will also include panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to foster professional growth and collaboration.
Attendees can look forward to a gala evening that honors outstanding contributions to the legal profession and the broader community. The event is ideal for legal practitioners, law students, and professionals interested in advancing diversity and inclusion within the legal field.
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Speakers(5)
Kyle Elliott
President at Canadian Association of Black Lawyers (CABL)
Kyle Elliott is Counsel, Diversity and Inclusion at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP, responsible for promoting the firm's internal diversity and inclusion strategy.
Lesra N. Martin
Founder at Martin & Martin Lawyers
Lesra N. Martin overcame illiteracy to become a lawyer and played a key role in the release of Rubin 'Hurricane' Carter; he is also a motivational speaker and author.
Lisa Dominato
Deputy Mayor at City of Vancouver
Maurice Nahanee
Doctor Elder
Doctor Elder Latash Nahanee retired as an Indigenous cultural support worker for the Coquitlam School District and currently consults on Truth and Reconciliation issues.
Tracey-Ann Dobson-Hamilton
Director, Professional Development at Canadian Association of Black Lawyers (CABL)
Tracey-Ann Dobson-Hamilton is an adjudicator at the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada and leads CABL's Professional Development initiatives.
Event Details
- Date
- October 19, 2024
- Location
- 🇨🇦 Vancouver, Canada
- Pan Pacific Hotel
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Legal professionals, law students, business leaders, and community advocates.
- CLE Credits
- CABL has been approved as an Accredited Provider of Professionalism Content by the Law Society of Ontario.