Articling Student - The Legal Excellence Program

Intent of the process
*THIS POSTER IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY*
*YOU MUST APPLY THROUGH THE VILAW PORTAL*The intent of the process is to establish a pool of candidates at the LP-00 (Articling Student) group and level. Candidates who qualify will be appointed to a determinate (term) appointment at the LP-00 group and level.

Positions to be filled
5

Important messages
*THIS POSTER IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY*
*YOU MUST APPLY THROUGH THE VILAW PORTAL*𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗕𝗘 𝗦𝗨𝗕𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗥𝗘𝗔 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗛, 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛 𝗧𝗛𝗘
𝗩𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗪 𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗧: https://recruitcdn.viglobalcloud.com/The application deadlines are determined by the Vancouver Bar Association. https://vancouverbar.ca/programs/#student-recruitmentApplication Deadlines: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 11:59pm PT
Intention to Call Emails: Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 8:00am PT – Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 8:00pm PT
Interview Call Day: Friday, July 17, 2026 at 8:00am PT
Blackout Period: Monday, July 27, 2026 – Sunday, August 9, 2026
Interview Period: Monday, August 10, 2026 – Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Job Offer / Call Day: Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 8:00am PT (offers open until Friday, August 14, 2026 at 8:00am PT).INFORMATION YOU MUST PROVIDE:
To be considered, a candidate’s application should include the following:
- a cover letter,
- resume,
- undergraduate transcript, latest Law School transcript and
- name, title, phone number and email address of three (3) references we can contact.The detailed cover letter provides an opportunity for the candidate to describe how they meet the skills and attributes identified as well as explain why they want to work in the public sector and particularly at the Department of Justice.For References to make a meaningful contribution, they should have had an adequate opportunity to observe the applicant so that they are able to provide constructive comments regarding the consistency and quality of the applicant's behaviour and work product. Please indicate on the list of names where you worked with the reference and in what capacity (for example, supervisor, professor, or stakeholder).Preference will be given to candidates who are not called to the Bar in any Canadian provinces.Communication for this process will be sent via e-mail. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure that a current and valid e-mail address is provided and updated accordingly and that it accepts messages from unknown senders. We encourage candidates to provide a second e-mail address in their application.All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates.Assessment accommodation is a change made to an assessment procedure, format or content. It is designed to remove barriers to a fair assessment and allow candidates to fully demonstrate their competency. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact us right away. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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Secret security clearance – At the time of appointment, candidates must meet the above condition of employment and maintain this condition throughout their employment Remain eligible for articles pursuant to the rules of the relevant law society (i.e. the province or territory in which you are applying) or the Chambre des Notaires in the province of Québec at the time of appointment and throughout employment as an articling student.

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Willing and able to travel, as required.

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Occupational Certification and Education:
Articling students (not yet eligible for membership in the Bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada or in the Order of Notaries in the Province of Quebec) must hold a bachelor of law degree (i.e. Bachelor of Law (LL.B), Juris Doctor (J.D.), LL.L, or equivalent) at the time of appointment.Note: If you obtained your law degree from outside of Canada, you must apply to the National Committee on Accreditation (NCA) or the Barreau du Quebec to have your legal education credentials evaluated. It is your responsibility to arrange for completion of the NCA or Barreau du Quebec’s requirements in time to commence your articles.

Abilities:
Ability to analyze legal problems
Ability to communicate effectively orally
Ability to communicate effectively in writingCompetencies:
Demonstrating integrity and respect
Thinking things through
Working effectively with others
Showing initiative and being action-oriented

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Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential

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If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it:
-Solid academic standing in Law School.
-Demonstrated interest in public law.
-Demonstrated interest in litigation.
-Experience working in a public law setting.

Organizational Need:
The Department of Justice believes that to be able to effectively serve the public, its workforce needs to reflect the diversity of the Canadian population. Diversity is a great source of strength in driving Canada’s Legal Team in ensuring that Canada’s justice system is as fair, accessible and efficient as possible. The Department is committed to a representative workforce that represents the Canadian public we serve. If you are a woman, an Indigenous person, a person with a disability, a member of a racialized group* or a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+**/ Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE) community, we encourage you to self-declare in this staffing process.* Please note that this group is currently designated as members of visible minorities in the Employment Equity Act. ** 2SLGBTQIA+: Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual and people who identify as being part of sexual and gender diverse communities.INFORMATION ON SELF-DECLARATION
Self-declaration information can be factored into the screening, assessment, or selection decision to address our commitment to eliminate gaps and increase representation for these groups. This information will only be used in connection with this selection process. HOW TO SELF-DECLARE
Self-declaration information will be collected via your job application, and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.Please note that your self-declaration as a member of First Nations, Inuit or Métis will be verified via the Affirmation of Indigenous Identity Form to be provided later in the staffing process. For more information on this requirement, please consult the Questions and Answers page: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/appointment-framework/guides-tools-appointment-framework/affirmation-indigenous-identity-form.html.

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Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

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