Hearing the Child: Evolving Judicial Perspectives and Children’s Participation in New Brunswick Courts 

Dec. 4, 2026
Fredericton Online

This session is presented by the CBANB Child & Youth Law Section


Children’s participation in court proceedings has evolved significantly in recent years. This session will examine judicial perspectives on hearing from children in New Brunswick and discuss how the Child and Youth Well-Being Act has shaped and supported the inclusion of children’s voices in legal decision-making.


CHAIR

I. Mae Florina, Child and Youth Law Section Chair and Family Crown Counsel, OAG NB


SPEAKERS

Hon. Justice Marie-Claude Belanger-Richard, Court of King’s Bench of New Brunswick

Corry Toole, Regional Director, Family Crown Services, OAG NB


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CANCELLATION POLICY

A 20% administrative fee will apply to cancellations received in writing by the CBA Branch office up to three (3) business days before the program. After that, no refunds will be issued, but materials and recordings (if available) will be provided. You may substitute another person in your place if you are unable to attend. ABC-NB-CBA reserves the right to cancel sessions due to low registration.


CPD

This session may qualify for up to 2 hours of mandatory Continuing Professional Development.

 


 

 

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    DATE/TIME
    December 4, 2026
    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm (AST)

    FORMAT
    Webcast (Zoom)

    REGISTRATION FEES 
    Members: $120.00
    Non-Members: $180.00

    Plus, applicable taxes

     

 

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