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This afternoon, the government released the mandate letters that the Premier sends to each minister outlining her expectations of that Minister during the mandate.

Orlando Da Silva, president of the Ontario Bar Association, was recently interviewed by Paul and Carol Motts, hosts of the popular radio program The Motts which is broadcast in Toronto on NewsTalk1010 as well as about a half dozen other radio stations across Ontario.

The writer, himself a lawyer who suffers from depression, says his fellow lawyers sometimes are stereotypically expected to show “invincibility” because of the adversarial legal culture.

OBA’s Downey quoted in story of Chief Justice George Strathy’s Opening of the Courts speech

Orlando da Silva knows what it's like to be in a "dark place” from which he almost didn’t return. Before starting his presidency of the lawyers’ association, he decided to share his story.

Editorial praises “courage” of OBA President Orlando Da Silva for speaking out on depression and mental health.

Orlando Da Silva wants to reduce stigma of depression, help others.

Orlando Da Silva speaks frankly about struggle with depression.

Orlando Da Silva, president of the Ontario Bar Association, is featured in a Law Times profile by staff writer Yamri Taddesse.

The OBA welcomes the 2014-2015 Canadian Corporate Counsel Association - Ontario Chapter Section Executive. The new executive takes over in August 15th, 2014. The Canadian Corporate Counsel Association - Ontario Chapter executive is responsible for facilitating learning, advocacy and networking on behalf of the Canadian Corporate Counsel Association - Ontario Chapter section.