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The Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (British Columbia) Society (FACL BC) is a diverse coalition of Asian Canadian legal professionals working to promote equity, justice, and opportunity for Asian Canadian legal professionals and the wider community.

Founded in 2011, FACL BC is the largest equity-seeking bar association in British Columbia with over 850 members ranging from judges, partners, associates, in-house counsel, academics and law students and is affiliated with other FACL chapters across Canada and the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) in the United States, which represents over 80,000 Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander lawyers.

In 2024, FACL BC became the second organization to receive the Canadian Bar Association Touchstone Award as a result of our contributions relating to race and gender, and for promoting equality in the legal profession, the judiciary, and the legal community in all of Canada. That same year, FACL BC also received the NAPABA Affiliate of the Yaar Award, recognized out of 75 organizations for its best practices and accomplishments in the local community, becoming the first Canadian organization to receive this recognition.

FACL BC was also the winner of the 2022 Clawbies award for Best Podcast and the 2021 Clawbies award for Best Innovative Project for our ground-breaking documentary, “But I Look Like a Lawyer”, which captures stories of the discrimination, stereotyping and bias experienced by members of the Pan-Asian legal community. Our documentary was screened at the Vancouver Asian Film Festival in 2022 and continues to serve as an educational resource for Canadian and US law firms and law schools, including the BC Professional Legal Training Course.

Allies are welcome and can support our mission by joining as a Supporting Member. Supporting Members do not need to identify as pan-Asian or as a legal professional. Learn more here. 


Events

  • FACL BC x Scotiabank: Women's Social (Empowerment: Growth Through Mentorship & Meaningful Connection)

    • 29 May 2025
    • 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Vancouver Club (Grand Ballroom)
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    Scotiabank is our Exclusive Financial Partner for 2024–2025. 

    FACL BC's annual Women's Social this year will be taking place on Thursday, May 29, 2025, 5:30-8:30pm, at Vancouver Club, with the theme of “Empowerment: Growth Through Mentorship & Meaningful Connection.”

    This will be an inspiring and high-impact evening to connect meaningfully with fellow women in law and gain insight into the strategies that support long-term career success.

    The evening will begin with a panel featuring leaders in the judiciary, private practice, in-house, and business who will share personal stories and perspectives on mentorship, business development, and building relationships that support career growth. This year's panelist's include May Au (lululemon), Serene Chow (Boughton Law Corporation), and Dana Martin (Scotiabank).

    Following the panel, attendees will take part in a speed networking session. During this session, you’ll rotate through tables hosted by our special guests—experienced women lawyers and subject matter experts from diverse practice areas and fields such as marketing, finance, accounting, and business strategy. To close the evening, there will be open time to mingle, reconnect, and expand your network. 

    This event is members-only. If you are a member and would like to attend, please ensure you are logged into your FACL BC account when registering. If you are not a member and would like to join, please see this page for more information on our membership options.

    Agenda

    • 5:30 – 6:00 pm: Welcome reception
    • 6:00 – 6:10 pm: Opening remarks
    • 6:10 – 6:50 pm: Panel discussion on career growth, mentorship, and building meaningful professional relationships, featuring speakers from private practice, in-house, and Scotiabank
    • 6:50 – 7:00 pm: Transition to speed mentoring
    • 7:00 – 8:00 pm: Speed mentoring (rotations every ~10 minutes)
    • 7:50 – 8:30 pm: Open networking

    We would like to thank Scotiabank for their generosity in sponsoring this event.

    Light refreshments, snacks, and canapés will be served courtesy of Scotiabank. 

    Final Note:
    While this event is complimentary, we kindly request that you inform us of any changes to your RSVP as a courtesy to both our panelists and other potential attendees. Timely notification of any changes ensures efficient planning and helps us maintain the quality of our events. Please note that unexplained absences or repeated no-shows to FACL BC events may affect your ability to attend future complimentary events.

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    By attending this event, you agree to abide by the FACL BC Event Code of Conduct.
    If you have any questions about the Code of Conduct, please email info@faclbc.ca.

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  • In-House Committee Bubble Tea Social

    • 19 Jun 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    • Chatime - Langara location
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    The In-House Committee invites all in-house counsel to its first-ever bubble tea social this June to kick off the start of summer. This casual in-person event offers a chance to meet fellow in-house professionals, build relationships, and strengthen our growing network.

    Your plus ones are welcome. Complimentary bubble tea will be provided courtesy of the In-House Committee. We look forward to seeing you there! Capacity is limited, so we encourage you to register early. FACL BC members will receive priority registration for this event.

    This event is for members who are in-house counsel only. Please note that the registration of any members who are not in-house counsel may be cancelled.

    Final Note:

    While this event is complimentary, we kindly request that you inform us of any changes to your RSVP as a courtesy to the In-House Committee, our host, and other potential attendees. Timely notification of any changes ensures efficient planning and helps us maintain the quality of our events. Please note that unexplained absences or repeated no-shows to FACL BC events may affect your ability to attend future complimentary events.

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    By attending this event, you agree to abide by the FACL BC Event Code of Conduct.
    If you have any questions about the Code of Conduct, please email info@faclbc.ca.

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President's Message

It is a true honour to lead FACL BC as President for the 2024-2025 year. As a first-generation Canadian and the first in my family to become a lawyer, I deeply resonate with many of you. When I joined FACL BC as an articling student during the challenges of COVID, I sought support and connection in a time of uncertainty. What I experienced was far more remarkable than I ever expected: a vibrant and passionate community dedicated to mentorship, driving meaningful change, and championing Asian-Canadian legal professionals.

Throughout my time with FACL BC, I have been privileged to be part of many incredible initiatives and events. Some highlights include helping produce the FACL BC Podcast, available on Apple Podcast and Spotify, where we spotlight the inspiring journeys of Asian-Canadian legal professionals; being involved in the largest mentorship program in Western Canada for law students and junior lawyers; contributing to our impactful documentary, But I Look Like a Lawyer, which has become a key resource for equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) training at local law schools and in the BC bar materials; hosting our monthly wellness-focused journal club, Write On, for the past two years; enjoying meaningful connections at our Hometown Eats events; and establishing our very own FACL BC Journal to highlight and discuss pressing legal issues and topics important to the Asian-Canadian community in BC.

FACL BC has so much to offer, and I sincerely hope you have all experienced the same sense of welcome, community, and belonging that I have. Whether someone introduced you to FACL BC or you bravely attended an event by yourself, I applaud you. It is because of you that we have this wonderful community of over 800 members.

Together, we are a powerful voice for the Asian-Canadian legal community. As we enter our 13th year, leveraging our collective strength to push boundaries is more crucial than ever. In light of recent EDI program cutbacks across North America, fostering unity in diversity is not just a priority - it is a necessity. There is still a lot of work to be done. This year, we are committed to continuing furthering our EDI efforts, sparking essential conversations on allyship, and providing impactful legal educational opportunities for the Asian-Canadian legal community.

I encourage you to continue sharing your ideas, stories, and milestones, actively participate in our initiatives and events, and most importantly, consider volunteering your time or becoming a sponsor. FACL BC is a non-profit society that is predominantly volunteer-driven with 22 board members, over 100 committee volunteers, and 3 part-time staff members. Our growth and influence are only made possible because of your engagement.

We warmly invite you and your friends to join our community at https://faclbc.ca/join as Full or Student Members. Our allies are also welcomed through our Supporting Membership.

Thank you for the privilege of serving as your President. I look forward to working with you! 

Jenny Huang
President
Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers BC
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The FACL BC registered office is situated on the unceded, traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ə (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We acknowledge the significance of the land for the Indigenous peoples who have lived here and acted as stewards since time immemorial, as well as the historical and ongoing injustices they still face. We are committed to working towards decolonial solidarity and the full realization of Indigenous rights.   Read our full land acknowledgement here.

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