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gramming and research across organizations. The ACLP has also launched
Women in Anti-Corruption to bring together women in the field to promote
the exchange of experiences and a deeper understanding of the impact of
gender on corruption and vice versa.
Canada Climate Law Initiative
The Canada Climate Law Initiative (“CCLI”) is a cooperative partnership
between the law and business faculties of UBC, York University and Oxford
University that examines the legal basis for corporate directors, officers and
pension fiduciaries to manage and report on climate-related financial risks
and opportunities, exploring the scope of fiduciary obligation. The CCLI is
led by principal co-investigators Dr. Janis Sarra and Dr. Carol Liao of Allard
Law, and Professor Cynthia Williams of Osgoode Hall. The CCLI’s Climate
Governance Experts Program provides pro bono board presentations to
share knowledge about best oversight practices in the path toward a netzero
carbon economy. Presentations can be booked at <ccli.ubc.ca>.
Mining Law and Sustainability Executive Program
Dr. Carol Liao, together with the Associate Dean, Graduate and Professional
Programs, developed and launched the Mining Law and Sustainability Program,
the first executive learning program at Allard Law. This five-week
online instructor-supported program provides mining and other professionals
with knowledge of legal and regulatory instruments that govern sustainable
practices throughout a mine’s lifecycle. The program presents a new
framework for mining business decisions that goes beyond “business as
usual” and considers human rights, Indigenous rights holders, climate
change, and anti-corruption laws and regulations that advance sustainability
in the mining industry. The first cohort of the program began in September
2021, with the next course to begin in early 2022. Check <extended
learning.ubc.ca> for future registrations.
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CENTRE FOR LAW AND THE ENVIRONMENT
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practices about the role of law in securing a healthy environment and sustainable
society. The centre’s mission is to advance environmental law
research by Allard Law faculty, students and visiting scholars; to enhance
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