Col Drapeau runs as
Bencher of the Law Society

Ottawa - March 10, 2003
Barrick Poulsen LLP, barristers and solicitors, announces that Colonel Drapeau , counsel, confirmed today his intention to run in the coming election for Bencher, Law Society of Upper Canada. Benchers are responsible for the 'governance of the profession.' The Election is scheduled for 30 April. Each Ontario lawyer will cast a vote for 20 Benchers inside Toronto and 20 outside Toronto.

“The Law Society needs new blood”, says Michel. “I am willing and ready to use my skills and abilities to promote our institution and to take an active part in its governance..” Michel went on to state that his campaign for bencher will be pragmatic and frugal and “if elected Bencher, my approach will be the same, conservative and fiscally prudent with LSUC finances.”

Law Society of Upper Canada
announces elections results for Benchers.

Ottawa - May 06, 2003
Barrick Poulsen LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, confirms that Colonel Drapeau, counsel, gathered a total of 866 votes and ranked 43 for election for Bencher for outside Toronto. “Although not sufficient to get elected” noted Michel “it is more than enough to indicate that it was a worthwhile attempt at making my services available for the collective good. The fact that I received so many votes is due to the obvious support and encouragement from many colleagues across Ontario.”