National Pro Bono Conference
PBLO partners with pro bono organizations in other Canadian provinces to host a national conference every two years. The first two conferences were held in Toronto and the third will be held September of 2008 in Vancouver, BC. The conference features national pro bono awards that celebrate a law firm, individual, and community pro bono program.
Registration is now open for the 2nd National Pro Bono Conference, September 18-19, 2008 in Vancouver.
2008 Canadian Pro Bono Awards Criteria & Nominations
Call for nominations for awards honouring individuals, groups, or organizations from anywhere in Canada for their outstanding pro bono contributions in the following three categories:
1. A law firm committed to pro bono
2. An individual actively involved in pro bono
3. A pro bono program serving the community
Awards will be presented at a Dinner and Awards Ceremony on September 18, 2008 as part of the 2008 National Pro Bono Conference in Vancouver.
If you know a deserving nominee, please take the opportunity to submit a nomination and help to recognize the contribution of lawyers and organizations to improving access to justice in Canada. Review the criteria below when formulating a nomination, and include a brief outline of the candidate/program's activities that merit the award as well as any letters in support of the nomination.
The deadline to submit a nomination is August 15, 2008.
