Resources, Articles, & Advocacy
Legislative Update | June 15, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of June 8
FIFA Commences: The biggest FIFA World Cup in history has officially started – jointly hosted across Canada, the United States and Mexico. Friday will mark Canada’s first-ever men’s World Cup match on home soil as the team takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto. The World Cup runs until July 19, including six games in Toronto and seven games in Vancouver.
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 28, 2026
From Tyla to Kung Fu Dancebots: Choreography Copyright in the Age of Humanoid Robots
In 2026, the uncanny valley isn't just for digital media anymore—it has come for physical movement. As humanoid robots master complex choreography and "physical AI" threatens jobs once thought safe from automation, are human dancers next on the chopping block? In this deep dive, IP and entertainment lawyer Abhi Ranade explores the collision of robotics, economics, and the dance floor. Discover how the little-known legal doctrine of choreography copyright might just be our best incidental defense against the "Turing Trap," and why the future of human movement may rely on keeping the law human.
