ONLINE MEETING | Assisted Human Reproduction Law: What’s Changing and What’s Next
This meeting is being hosted by the Fertility Law Section.
| Speakers: |
Michelle Kinney, Family & Fertility Lawyer, Michelle Kinney Law
Shannan Knutson, Legal Counsel, Family Policy, Legislation and Transformation, Justice Services Branch, Ministry of Attorney General
Dr. Régine Tremblay, Associate Professor & Director of the Centre for Feminist Legal Studies, Peter A. Allard School of Law, UBC |
| Time: |
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 12:30pm - 2:00pm (PT)
12:30pm - 1:30pm | Presentation
1:30pm - 2:00pm | Discussion on law and policy initiatives and advocacy |
| Fee: |
CBA Member: Free!
Non-CBA Member: $70 (+ GST)
Don't have a CBA account? Create a non-member account to register! |
| CPD Hours: |
1.00 hour |
Michelle Kinney and Shannan Knutson provide an overview of recent developments relevant to fertility and family law practice, including the Assisted Human Reproduction Act (AHRA) and regulations, provincial parentage law reform initiatives, and federal policy considerations. Dr. Régine Tremblay highlights AHRA policy reform, enforcement, and bar engagement with Health Canada. After the presentation, join for a discussion on potential future law reform and advocacy efforts.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This event will be broadcast from the traditional and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish and Musqueam First Nations. We encourage members to explore the rich history and knowledge of Indigenous people, and to continue learning about their experience in Canada past and present.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
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