Mental Health & Wellness Conference for Legal Professionals
Description
We are pleased to present this upcoming event focused on promoting mental health and wellness within the legal community.
We understand the importance of fostering a supportive and healthy environment among our legal community. In partnership with the NSBS, we have developed this program to allow you to take a moment to prioritize your mental well-being and equip yourself with tools to navigate the complexities of the profession.
The half-day event will begin with a keynote delivered over lunch. Please arrive on time.
If you have any questions or require additional information, please feel free to contact the branch at 902-422-1905 or cbainfo@cbans.ca.
DETAILS
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| Date: |
Monday, April 8, 2024 |
| Time: |
12:00 pm - 5:30 pm (Atlantic Time) |
| Location: |
The Westin Nova Scotian
1181 Hollis Street
Halifax NS |
Cost
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CBA-NS Members: $140.00 + HST
Non-Members: $180.00 + HST
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| 11:30AM |
Registration Opens
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| 12:00PM |
Lunch & Welcome Remarks
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| 12:15 - 1:30 |
Lunch Keynote: Waking Up on the Best Side of the Bed: Improving Your Well-being One Night at a Time
Sleep Works Consulting -
Marlee Boyle (Registered Respiratory Therapist; Certified in Clinical Sleep Health; BSc Biology), and
Leah Corkum (Licensed Practical Nurse; Sleep Therapist; BA Psychology)
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| 1:30 - 2:30 |
Local Perspectives and Supports
Judge Timothy Daley (Provincial Court of Nova Scotia)
Pat Cassidy (NSLAP Peer Counsellor)
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| 2:30 - 2:45 |
Break
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| 2:45 - 3:45 |
Panel: Peer Support & Mentorship for Equity Deserving Groups
Godfred Chongatera (NSBS Racial Equity Committee)
Armand Paul (Unama’ki Law) & Madison Joe (Mi’kmaw Family and Children’s Service of Nova Scotia)
Morgan Manzer (Vice-Chair, Mental Health Foundation of NS)
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| 3:45 - 4:30 |
Staying on the Right Side of Wellness: Mental Health Considerations for Lawyers
Robert Wright (MSW, RSW)
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| 4:30 - 5:15 |
Shaping the Right Workplace Culture
Kevin Kiley (Managing Partner, McInnes Cooper)
Deepak Prasad (Royal Military Mounted Police)
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| 5:15PM |
Networking Reception
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Additional Details:
Parking for the event is included (based on availability). Please park in the rear parking lot.
Not a CBA-NS member? Call the office at 902-422-1905 or email cbainfo@cbans.ca to register.
Attendance at this conference can be applied towards your yearly professional development plan that includes a minimum of 12 CPD hours.
