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Student Division, Young Lawyers' Division

Navigating the Transition from Student to Lawyer

Get candid advice and helpful insights on traversing the path from law student to lawyer, as we explore both the personal and professional considerations.

Administrative Law, Const./Civil Liberties, Labour & Employment, Student Division, Workers' Compensation, Young Lawyers' Division

Ontario Legal Conference Tuesday Day Pass

Kick-start your OLC week with a day focused on administrative law and tribunal practice-focused areas. Plus get insights on navigating changes in life and law with our special breakfast and evening sessions.

OBA

Ontario Legal Conference: Condominium Law

Unpack the particular applications of administrative, employment and human rights law in the context of condominiums for those representing condo corporations, residents or owners, or living in a condo themselves.

Aboriginal Law, Administrative Law, Const./Civil Liberties, Civil Litigation, Construction Law, Criminal Justice, Environmental Law, Family Law, Insurance Law, Labour & Employment, Municipal Law, Real Property Law, Student Division, Taxation Law, Wills / Trusts, Workers' Compensation, Young Lawyers' Division

Ontario Legal Conference All Access Pass

This February, the OBA's Ontario Legal Conference is back - and it's bigger and better than ever! Join us for four days of learning, networking and community building in downtown Toronto as we bring together lawyers of different practice areas from across the province for our biggest PD event of the year!

Administrative Law

Ontario Legal Conference: Administrative Law

Join us as we bring together lawyers practicing across various administrative law areas for this valuable program. From immigration to human rights to professional regulation and more, we’ll unpack recent developments, current issues and adjudicative tribunal advocacy best practices.

Elder

Ontario Legal Conference: Elder Law

As the Canadian population ages, elder law issues are poised to arise more frequently in a wide area of traditional legal areas. Ensure you are equipped to handle them with this valuable program.

Const./Civil Liberties, Labour & Employment, Workers' Compensation

Ontario Legal Conference: Labour & Employment, Human Rights and Workers Compensation

Learn from highly experienced counsel about the complex practice issues and strategic considerations in navigating concurrent jurisdictions for human rights claims.

OBA

Navigating the Transition to Parenthood

Becoming a parent for the first time is a life-altering event. With shifting priorities, sleep deprivation and demanding professional obligations, it can be tricky to regain your balance.

Taxation Law

Ontario Legal Conference: Tax Law

Explore key issues at the intersection of tax, estates, and real estate law. Through expert-led sessions, we will examine practical challenges and emerging trends in CRA and provincial tax administration.

Civil Litigation, Family Law, Real Property Law, Taxation Law, Wills / Trusts

Ontario Legal Conference Wednesday Day Pass

Bringing together family, estates, real estate and tax practitioners on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026 is sure to be jam-packed with valuable content for specialists and general practitioners. Don’t miss Tales from the Courtroom: Mentorship Through Storytelling to conclude this top notch day.

Family Law, Real Property Law, Wills / Trusts

Ontario Legal Conference: Family, Estates and Real Estate Law

Whether you are a general practitioner or a specialist practicing in residential real estate, estates or family law, it is essential that you have a comprehensive understanding of the myriad of ways in which these legal areas interact to ensure you are equipped to effectively represent your clients.

Civil Litigation, Real Property Law

Ontario Legal Conference: Real Estate Litigation

Join us to get up to speed on current trends, recent developments and essential best practices in real estate and leasing litigation.

General Practice

Ontario Legal Conference: Inter-Sections Networking Reception

Take advantage of this opportunity to engage with lawyers from across a variety of practice areas, as well as members of the OBA’s Sole, Small Firm and General Practice Section. Lean into your OBA Community as you develop relationships, make new connections and expand your referral network. All are welcome!

OBA

Tales from the Courtroom: Mentorship Through Storytelling

Join us for Tales from the Courtroom to take advantage of this opportunity to learn valuable lessons from the experiences of today’s litigation leaders on how they overcome the challenges of litigating today.

Aboriginal Law

Ontario Legal Conference: Aboriginal Law

Hear from experienced practitioners about the emerging issues, recent cases, and key ideas that are impacting the practice of Aboriginal Law in Ontario and across Canada. Ensure you are up-to-speed with this critical case law and policy update.

Construction Law

Ontario Legal Conference: Construction Law

Every model of project delivery in the construction industry presents a unique set of challenges for construction and infrastructure lawyers.

Aboriginal Law, Construction Law, Environmental Law, Insurance Law, Municipal Law

Ontario Legal Conference Thursday & Friday Pass

This February, the OBA's Ontario Legal Conference is back - and it's bigger and better than ever! Join us on Thursday & Friday of learning, networking and community building in downtown Toronto as we bring together lawyers of different practice areas from across the province for our biggest PD event of the year!

OBA

Inclusive Leader Series: Effectively Serving Indigenous Clients and Communities

Gather the insights that will enable you to take active steps to help build a more inclusive legal profession.

Environmental Law, Municipal Law

Ontario Legal Conference: Municipal, Planning And Environmental Law

Back by popular demand, this flagship event in the OBA’s municipal, planning, and environmental law calendar will provide the insights, advice, and expertise you need to master these evolving legal areas.

Insurance Law

Ontario Legal Conference: Insurance Law

Join us to get up to speed on current trends, recent developments, and essential best practices in the insurance sector. Our expert faculty will share valuable insights to ensure you are equipped to best represent your clients.

OBA

Case Center Hands-On Training Class

With Case Center (formerly CaseLines) continuing to roll out in civil, family and criminal Superior Court matters across the province, ensure you have the knowledge you need to navigate the Case Center system with ease before your next hearing. Our accredited Case Center trainers will walk you through uploading and reviewing documents, and provide helpful advice to improve your proficiency in this new system. Plus, try it out yourself in our secure training environment with small group support to guide you through the process.

Student Division, Young Lawyers' Division

Call Forward: A Series on the Transition-to-Practice for Students-at-Law
Session 5: Transactional Work Essentials

Get helpful insights on what you need to know about going to Court, including courtroom etiquette both in-person and virtually, how to prepare and more.

Education Law

Accommodating Students with Disabilities: Legal and Practical Perspectives

Accommodating Students with Disabilities: Legal and Practical Perspectives

Insolvency Law

Putting on the Red Sash: A Dialogue with the Bench

Join the OBA Insolvency Law Section for an engaging and informative program, with lively discussions and networking over dinner. Hear directly from our esteemed panel of judges about their experiences on the Commercial List.

General Practice, Law Practice Mgmt

Cybersecurity for Your Law Practice

Ensure you are equipped to effectively secure your practice, and know how to respond in the event of a cyber breach.

OBA

Annual Update on Contract Drafting

The OBA In-House Lawyers section is pleased to partner with Loopstra Nixon LLP to provide practical advice on how to approach drafting some of the most common (and trickiest) contract clauses that in-house counsel routinely tackle.

OBA

OBA Blocko 2026

During Black History Month, as we pay tribute to the history of Black people and communities in Canada, we also want to recognize those who are moving forward the wheel of history in real-time. The OBA is proud to host our sixth annual Blocko on Monday, February 23, 2026 from 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm.

Health Law

Managing Risk in Emerging Technologies in Healthcare Organizations

Join us as we will learn to navigate the critical intersection of innovation, regulation, and risk ensuring technology decisions remain cost-effective, compliant, and aligned with safe patient care.

Information Technology

Future-Proofing Your IP & IT Contracts

Step into the future of IP and IT contracting with this dynamic, practice-focused session. We’ll explore the latest trends shaping technology and intellectual property agreements and break down the key components every practitioner needs to get right.

Information Technology

Future-Proofing Your IP & IT Contracts

Step into the future of IP and IT contracting with this dynamic, practice-focused session. We’ll explore the latest trends shaping technology and intellectual property agreements and break down the key components every practitioner needs to get right.

Women Lawyers Forum, Young Lawyers' Division

Candid Conversations on Succeeding as a Woman in Law

Back again for another year, join our panel of highly successful Ottawa female legal professionals as they share insights on their career and professional successes and challenges.

Pension/Benefits Law

Pension Plan Surplus: Recent Trends and Key Legal Issues

Join us to unravel the role of surplus in the day-to-day administration of pension plans, in the context of restructuring and transactions, and on wind up. We’ll explore emerging trends and practical takeaways for navigating an evolving pensions landscape.

General Practice, Law Practice Mgmt

Client Contingency Planning Requirement: Be Ready for the First Reporting Deadline

The first reporting deadline for the LSO's new Client Contingency Planning Requirement is coming. Ensure you are ready with this helpful session.

OBA

Diversity Dialogue 2026

Join your colleagues at the OBA for a meaningful and candid conversation on diversity in the legal profession.

Class-Actions

Judicial Insights on Class Actions: A Fireside Chat with the Honourable Edward Morgan

Join us for an engaging discussion with Justice Edward Morgan of the Ontario Superior Court on advocacy insights and key courtroom issues from an experienced class actions judge.

Student Division, Young Lawyers' Division

Drafting Effective Opinion Letters

Gain practical skills you can apply immediately and come ready with your questions.

Public Sector Lawyers

Tom Marshall Award of Excellence Honouring Ramani Nadarajah

The Public Sector Lawyers Section cordially invites you to our 17th Annual Tom Marshall Award dinner on March 5, 2026.

Privacy Law

Freedom of Information: Issues, Trends, and Practical Guidance

Join us for a timely, practical update of Freedom of Information (FOI) landscape, with a focus on the evolving legislative and regulatory environment and what it means for organizations.

OBA

Technology Adoption Strategies

Legal practice today is filled with constant change, and as managing partner, you are regularly called upon to effectively steer your firm through this change and transitions. Ensure you are equipped with this year’s Managing Partners Roundtable Series.

Charity/Not-For-Profit

Dealing with Difficult Directors and Members in Not-for-Profits and Charities

Examine common issues that arise at the board and member levels of not-for-profits and charities and gather strategies for managing difficult behaviours while maintaining compliance with legal and fiduciary duties.

Construction Law, Labour & Employment

Labour Issues in Construction Law

Get up to speed on the nuances of construction labour relations in Ontario to ensure the success of your construction clients.

Const./Civil Liberties, Criminal Justice

Gladue Reports: Opportunities and Best Practices

Gladue reports are a crucial bail hearing and pre-sentencing tool for courts as they identify the systemic factors and particular circumstances for Indigenous offenders. Join us for this engaging discussion as our experienced panel share strategies and practical advice for using Gladue reports in your legal practice.

Student Division, Young Lawyers' Division

Call Forward: A Series on the Transition-to-Practice for Students-at-Law
Session 6: Hirebacks, Personal Resilience and What Comes Next

Get helpful insights on what you need to know about going to Court, including courtroom etiquette both in-person and virtually, how to prepare and more.

CCCA - Ontario

Navigating the Transition from Private Practice to In-House

A candid discussion on the professional and person shifts that accompany a transition from private practice to an in-house counsel role.

Business Law

Corporate Reorganizations in Estate Planning: A Practical Guide

Join us to gain hands-on practical guidance from on managing corporate reorganizations undertaken as part of an overall estate plan.

Class-Actions

Navigating Unique Issues Facing Class Action Plaintiffs

Join us for the 2nd Annual Navigating Unique Issues Facing Class Action Plaintiffs program, featuring expert insights on pre- and post-certification strategy and succeeding on the merits.

Labour & Employment

OBA Randall Echlin Award for Excellence in Labour and Employment Law

Join us on Thursday, March 26 for a night of celebration with delicious food as we celebrate Christine Thomlinson's work and achievements.

Privacy Law, Young Lawyers' Division

Privacy Law Basics

Get up to speed on the essentials of Privacy Law. Whether you have a file with privacy law implications, are looking to establish a privacy law practice, or are in need of a refresher on the key components of privacy law, this program is for you!

Environmental Law

2026 Environmental Law Passport Series: Waste Management in Focus

Back for another year, the Environmental Law Passport Series brings together leading practitioners, regulators, and industry experts. This year’s focus will be the legal and policy landscape shaping waste management in 2026 and years to come. Delve into the evolving landscape of resource recovery and producer responsibility, enforcement priorities and techniques, and the practical and regulatory challenges of excess soils management.

Environmental Law

Waste Management in Focus Part 1: Resource Recovery and Producer Responsibility

Back for another year, the Environmental Law Passport Series brings together leading practitioners, regulators, and industry experts. This year’s focus will be the legal and policy landscape shaping waste management in 2026 and years to come. Delve into the evolving landscape of resource recovery and producer responsibility, enforcement priorities and techniques, and the practical and regulatory challenges of excess soils management.

Administrative Law

Evidence in Administrative Tribunal Proceedings

Administrative decisions-makers are not bound by the strict rules of evidence that apply in court proceedings. Hear from our faculty of experience practitioners on how different tribunals deal with evidence, including a discussion on the treatment of hearsay.

OBA

Serving on a Board: A Series

This 5-part series is designed specifically for lawyers who are interested in serving on a nonprofit, corporate, or public board of directors.

OBA

Serving on a Board: Getting On a Board

Gather helpful guidance on how to access board opportunities, evaluate the right fit and build a compelling board profile.

OBA

Serving on a Board: Getting On a Board

Gather helpful guidance on how to access board opportunities, evaluate the right fit and build a compelling board profile.

OBA

Growth Through Lateral Partners

Legal practice today is filled with constant change, and as managing partner, you are regularly called upon to effectively steer your firm through this change and transitions. Ensure you are equipped with this year’s Managing Partners Roundtable Series.

Student Division, Young Lawyers' Division

Call Forward: A Series on the Transition-to-Practice for Students-at-Law
Session 7: Promoting Equity and Allyship in Legal Workplaces

Many law firms and legal organizations are working towards becoming more inclusive and equitable. Join us to hear advice on how to build your capacity as an ally, and gather insights on creating an inclusive environment in your legal workplace. These are important skills that you will apply from law school right through your career!

OBA

Serving on a Board: Duties, Responsibilities & Expectations

Get up-to-speed on the legal, ethical, and fiduciary responsibilities that come with board service.

Labour & Employment

24th Annual Current Issues in Employment Law

Back for its 24th year, the OBA's Annual Current Issues in Employment Law is your essential guide for staying up to date with the latest developments in employment law. Our stellar faculty will help you navigate the challenges of interpreting the law and structuring proactive and practical advice.

Business Law

Secured Transaction Essentials for Business Lawyers

Gather practical advice on how to approach key aspects of secured financing transactions and personal property security law in Ontario.

OBA

Case Center Hands-On Training Class

With Case Center (formerly CaseLines) continuing to roll out in civil, family and criminal Superior Court matters across the province, ensure you have the knowledge you need to navigate the Case Center system with ease before your next hearing. Our accredited Case Center trainers will walk you through uploading and reviewing documents, and provide helpful advice to improve your proficiency in this new system. Plus, try it out yourself in our secure training environment with small group support to guide you through the process.

OBA

Serving on a Board: Financial Oversight and Accountability

Demystify financial oversight and get the tools you need to confidently engage with an organization’s financial information.

OBA

Serving on a Board: Board Governance in Action – Strategy a

Gain practical tools and frameworks to actively participate in these roles and executive your duties.

Administrative Law, Young Lawyers' Division

ADM Nuts and Bolts of Judicial Review

Learn how to navigate a judicial review proceeding from beginning to end.

OBA

Severing on a Board: The Role of the Board in Risk Oversigh

Organizations are facing increasing risks – both in terms of quantum and magnitude. Unpack the role of the Board in risk oversight.

Environmental Law

Waste Management in Focus Part 2: Enforcement Trends

Back for another year, the Environmental Law Passport Series brings together leading practitioners, regulators, and industry experts. This year’s focus will be the legal and policy landscape shaping waste management in 2026 and years to come. Delve into the evolving landscape of resource recovery and producer responsibility, enforcement priorities and techniques, and the practical and regulatory challenges of excess soils management.

Child and Youth Law

Advanced Issues in Child Protection Law

Join our outstanding faculty for updates on the most pressing issues in child protection law. Get expert insights and advice for your practice.

OBA

Navigating Leaves of Absence

Legal practice today is filled with constant change, and as managing partner, you are regularly called upon to effectively steer your firm through this change and transitions. Ensure you are equipped with this year’s Managing Partners Roundtable Series.

Workers' Compensation

Annual Update on Workplace Safety and Insurance Law

Join us at our annual conference to receive the latest updates on workplace safety and insurance law and prepare your practice for a successful year ahead.

OBA

Case Center Hands-On Training Class

With Case Center (formerly CaseLines) continuing to roll out in civil, family and criminal Superior Court matters across the province, ensure you have the knowledge you need to navigate the Case Center system with ease before your next hearing. Our accredited Case Center trainers will walk you through uploading and reviewing documents, and provide helpful advice to improve your proficiency in this new system. Plus, try it out yourself in our secure training environment with small group support to guide you through the process.

Student Division, Young Lawyers' Division

Call Forward: A Series on the Transition-to-Practice for Students-at-Law
Session 8: Managing Law School Debt and Financial Planning

Law school is a significant investment of your time and money. Join us to hear strategies from our panelists as they share insights learned as they navigated their student debt journeys, as well as learn from financial professionals with industry knowledge.

Administrative Law, Const./Civil Liberties, Labour & Employment

Annual Update on Human Rights

Get up to speed on the latest substantive and procedural developments in human rights law. Regardless of your client base, if your practice touches on human rights, this program is a must attend event. Our faculty will share valuable insights and practical strategies for you to take away an implement in your practice.

Insurance Law

Anatomy of a Trial

Anatomy of a Trial is back by popular demand! Join our stellar faculty of Superior Court judges and experienced advocates as they engage in live demonstrations and a comprehensive examination of the best techniques for conducting a trial. Lawyers of all levels, from the new litigator to the seasoned veteran, will benefit from this practical and insightful program.

Pension/Benefits Law

Regulators Forum 2026: Insights from MOF, OSFI, CRA, FSRA & DOF

Back for another year of candid conversation, join us for our popular annual Regulators Forum as we bring together the organizations that support pensions regulation in Ontario.

Environmental Law

Waste Management in Focus Part 3: Excess Soils

Back for another year, the Environmental Law Passport Series brings together leading practitioners, regulators, and industry experts. This year’s focus will be the legal and policy landscape shaping waste management in 2026 and years to come. Delve into the evolving landscape of resource recovery and producer responsibility, enforcement priorities and techniques, and the practical and regulatory challenges of excess soils management.

OBA

Case Center Hands-On Training Class

With Case Center (formerly CaseLines) continuing to roll out in civil, family and criminal Superior Court matters across the province, ensure you have the knowledge you need to navigate the Case Center system with ease before your next hearing. Our accredited Case Center trainers will walk you through uploading and reviewing documents, and provide helpful advice to improve your proficiency in this new system. Plus, try it out yourself in our secure training environment with small group support to guide you through the process.

OBA

Managing Partner Succession Planning and Transitions

Legal practice today is filled with constant change, and as managing partner, you are regularly called upon to effectively steer your firm through this change and transitions. Ensure you are equipped with this year’s Managing Partners Roundtable Series.

Administrative Law

Annual Update on Judicial Review

Don't miss this popular annual event to get up to speed on the latest judicial review jurisprudence and trends.