The Ontario Bar Association’s program Key Updates in Defamation Law, held on April 16, 2026, brought together leading practitioners for a discussion on the latest developments in defamation law. Jointly organized by the Entertainment, Media, and Communications Law Section and the Civil Litigation Section, the panel featured speakers Ryder Gilliland (DMG Advocates LLP), Andrea Gonsalves (Stockwoods LLP), and Arad Moslehi (Milosevic & Associates) who provided valuable insights and practical guidance.
As co-chairs and co-moderators of the program, Anisha Bhardwaj (Aird & Berlis LLP) and I had the privilege of guiding an engaging conversation that highlighted the complexities of modern defamation disputes.
Below are some of the key takeaways from the panel.