THE EDUCATION OF BC NOTARIES
The Conveyancing Course for Managing the Transfer of Property in BC
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look forward annually to teaching the Conveyancing course to the new cohort of Notary students . . . our future BC Notaries. I am a second-cohort graduate of the MA-ALS Program; that education and training gave me a strong foundation of theory and knowledge. After 3 years of being a Notary, I was excited to be asked to be part of developing and teaching the Conveyancing course. Education has always been a passion of mine. Marny Morin and I have been teaching this course for 6 years, in person and online. We have seen it evolve significantly to include the practical components of putting clients’ real-property files together and how to advise clients so they understand the conveyancing process. While we can never cover every conveyancing scenario, Marny and I work together to provide the students with the legal knowledge and the best-practice Volume 30 Number 1 Spring 2021
Rimpy Sadhra
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With continuous changes in legislation and practical procedures, it is imperative that we as Notaries Public continue to review, revise, and maintain our processes to stay current. The learning truly never ends! procedures required to complete the conveyance of a property. Due to COVID regulations, September 2020 was the first time the entire course was delivered online. Our focus was placed heavily on due diligence and the important role of the BC Notary in the practical and legal aspects of a conveyance. The “file evaluations” are an integral part of the course. In an invaluable learning exercise, the students assume the role of a Notary to present their respective conveyancing files. Marny and I along with other BC Notaries provide constructive feedback on their presentations. The Scrivener | www.bcnotaryassociation.ca
I take great enjoyment in teaching this course. It ensures that the best-practices policy in my own Notary practice are refreshed and up to date . . . we review and modify our conveyancing methods on a regular basis. With continuous changes in legislation and practical procedures, it is imperative that we as Notaries Public continue to review, revise, and maintain our processes to stay current. The learning truly never ends! I am grateful for all the thank you messages I have received over the years. The appreciation makes me feel happy and eager to teach the next cohort. As a Director on the BCNA Board, I hold continuing education as an essential goal. The Board and I are dedicated to finding creative ways to deliver continuing education to our members to keep them current on policy and procedures and provide the necessary tools and support. Let the learning continue! s Rimpy Sadhra is a BC Notary at West Coast Notaries. TABLE OF CONTENTS
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