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Training that never stops

For the sake of transparency, since 2018, the Council annually publishes a list of courses and seminars available during the previous fiscal year. The following is a list of courses, seminars and other learning activities attended by federally appointed judges to continue their learning and enhance their knowledge.

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Programs (53)
  • March 11 2024 - May 4 2024

    Court of Appeal of Alberta Education Seminar

    Led by subject matter experts on each topic, the program considered: how to interpret different kinds of scientific data and how to avoid common pitfalls when relying on scientific evidence; anecdotal testimonials from Afghan women judges and their achievements; the role of children’s services in parenting disputes; interjurisdictional issues in family law; and guidance on effective judgment writing.

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  • December 4 2023 - December 4 2023

    Superior Court of Québec: Division of Family Property - Family Patrimony

    This family-law program dealt exclusively wQuebeith family patrimony. The course began by reviewing the origins of the family patrimony and the basic principles that govern it. The instructor then discussed its composition, deductions, and how to determine its net value. The family patrimony was then examined from a case management perspective. The day ended with a practical exercise in calculating and partitioning the family patrimony, enabling participants to apply what they had learned.

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  • November 7 2023 - November 9 2023

    Superior Court of Québec: Judicial Settlement Conferencing

    This seminar used case studies to help judges develop and practise skills relevant to settlement conferences. Through presentations by experienced judges, interactive demos and breakout exercises, the first part of the seminar familiarized participants with the process for chairing settlement conferences and went over useful techniques and strategies. The second part focused on role-playing, allowing judges to apply these techniques and get feedback from the instructors. The last part examined ethical issues related to settlement conferences through case studies that were discussed in breakout groups and plenary sessions.

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  • October 4 2023 - October 7 2023

    Superior Court of Québec: Annual General Meeting

    This annual general meeting focused on the three dimensions of judicial education, namely developing substantive knowledge, improving skills and competencies, and gaining awareness of the social context surrounding various law and justice issues. The seminar began by continuing a discussion about domestic and family violence that was initiated at the last annual general meeting of the Court. Participants learned about femicide and infanticide, then discussed how to deal effectively with allegations of violence in their role as trial judges. Participants then shared their experiences involving litigants in psychological distress. Other sessions focused on changing demographics in Québec society, the use of social media, and how to deal with criticism. Lastly, a psychologist shared her tips for living well “in the public eye” and a final session dealt with motivation at work.

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  • May 31 2023 - June 2 2023

    Superior Court of Québec: Divisional Meeting (Québec)

    This spring seminar focused on the three dimensions of judicial education, namely developing substantive knowledge, improving skills and competencies, and gaining awareness of the social context surrounding various law and justice issues. The program began with a discussion of human rights issues, judgment writing and what happens after a treatment order is made. Participants were then introduced to new digital tools and technological information resources available at the Court. The seminar also explored current issues around litigants’ perceptions of, and access to, justice.

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