Resources, Articles, & Advocacy
Legislative Update | June 05, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of June 1
Ontario Legislature Rises for 21-week Break: The Ford government ended its spring session two days early and has started an extended 21-week break. Government House Leader Steve Clark shared that politicians won’t return to Queen’s Park until Oct. 27 as returning earlier could “interfere” with local mayoral races around the province.
Article | June 03, 2026
Why Where You Post Legal Career Opportunities Matters More Than Ever
In hiring lawyers, context, credibility, and connection can shape better outcomes for employers and candidates alike.
Advocacy | May 29, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of May 25
Civil Rules Review Update: Attorney General Downey and Former Chief Justice Morawetz released a statement on the changes intended to be advanced in 2026.
Article | May 26, 2026
IRCC Policy Changes and Their Practical Impact on International Student Representation
Recent IRCC policy changes are significantly reshaping international student representation and increasing the importance of compliance-focused legal advice. Positive developments include IRCC’s December 2025 clarification that students who become part-time in what was intended to be their final semester due to a failed course may still preserve PGWP eligibility, as well as the removal of the separate co-op work permit requirement for eligible students. At the same time, new restrictions on spousal open work permits, particularly the requirement that master’s programs generally be at least 16 months in length, are creating new barriers for international students and their families. These changes mean practitioners must conduct more detailed pre-retainer due diligence, carefully assess program eligibility and downstream immigration consequences, and approach study permit matters with a stronger focus on long-term strategy, compliance, and risk management.
Legislative Update | May 25, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of May 18
Island Airport Cost: The Toronto Port Authority has said that the proposed Billy Bishop airport expansion would cost up to $5 billion dollars to complete. Ontario is proposed to take over Toronto’s role in the tripartite agreement that governs the land and has stated that the Federal government supports the expansion.
Legislative Update | May 15, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of May 11
Ontario Courts Virtual Training Sessions: The Ontario Courts Digital Transformation Team is offering ongoing virtual training opportunities for members of the legal community on the Ontario Courts Public Portal (OCPP), beginning May 19, 2026, and running through September 2026.
Media Release | May 11, 2026
Ontario Justice Centres Honoured with OBA President’s Award for Transforming Access to Justice
Ontario Bar Association President, Katy Commisso, is recognizing Ontario’s Justice Centres with the association’s annual OBA President’s Award.
Advocacy | March 27, 2026
OBA Update - Budget 2026
Justice sector expense is projected to increase from $7.2 billion in 2024–25 to $7.4 billion in 2028–29. Investments in the sector support enhanced border security, the expansion and construction of new correctional institutions, and public safety,
Advocacy | January 12, 2026
Proposed Amendments to Regulations Under the Ontario Immigration Act, 2015 to Redesign the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program’s (OINP) Streams
The OBA provides comments and recommendations in response to proposed regulatory amendments to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program's streams.
Submission | December 02, 2025
Bill 60, Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025
The OBA provides comments and recommendations to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing regarding proposed amendments to the Construction Act, Residential Tenancies Act, and Municipal-Related Acts (Development Charges Act, Highway Traffic Act, Planning Act, Public Transportation and Highway Improvement Act, and Water and Wastewater Public Corporations Act)
