Resources, Articles, & Advocacy
Article | January 28, 2026
CRR Working Group Proposes Landmark Reforms to Court-Annexed ADR
In an analysis of the Civil Rules Review Working Group's recently released final policy report , Mitchell Rose looks at the current process - and the problems with it - and proposed reforms, including province-wide mandatory mediation, changes to pre-trials, and expanding JDR to civil cases.
Legislative Update | January 23, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of January 19
EV Boycott: Premier Ford is calling on Canadians to boycott Chinese-made EVs following a deal between Canada and China to allow up to 49,000 vehicles to enter Canada tariff-free.
Legislative Update | January 20, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of January 12
Premier Ford and China EVs: Following Prime Minister Carney’s meeting with Chinese President Xi, Premier Ford has raised alarm bells about the impact cheap Chinese EVs would have on Ontario's auto sector. The Premier has called the deal, which would allow up to 49,000 Chinese EVs to enter Canada tariff-free, as a lopsided deal.
Legislative Update | January 12, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of January 5
Premier Ford to Turn Over Personal Phone Records: The Ford government’s request for a judicial review of two IPC rulings on access to the Premier’s private phone logs was dismissed. In their decision, the judges wrote, “The conclusion that the Premier used his personal cellphone to conduct Cabinet Office matters is a finding of fact that attracts a high degree of deference.” The Premier’s office will be seeking leave to appeal the decision.
Resource | November 19, 2025
Navigating Disclosure in ADR Processes
In mediation and arbitration, effective disclosure is essential but must be carefully balanced with the principle of proportionality to preserve efficiency, fairness, and cost-effectiveness.
