Resources, Articles, & Advocacy
Article | May 15, 2026
Spotlight: Christine Davies, Award of Excellence Recipient
It may surprise you to learn that Christine Davies did not start her career in the courtroom. Christine began her litigation career as a research lawyer, immersed in complex legal issues and nuanced research questions. When an opportunity arose to practice another form of advocacy, the transition was a natural one. Christine, who has always been comfortable on her feet, jumped into her role as a litigator, drawing on her appreciation for the minutiae of the law and constant curiosity that was fostered at the start of her legal practice.
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.
Article | May 11, 2026
Judicial Independence in an Age of Political Contestation
Judicial independence is often described as a constitutional principle and a cornerstone of the Canadian legal system. At its core, it guarantees that judges decide cases based solely on fact and law, free from external influence. But at critical moments, judicial independence becomes something more tangible - contested, scrutinized, and at times, publicly misunderstood. Recent developments have brought renewed attention to the judiciary’s role within our democratic framework. These moments provide an opportunity not only to reaffirm the doctrine of judicial independence, but also to examine how it operates in practice - particularly where legal decision-making intersects with broader governmental priorities and public sentiment.
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.
Legislative Update | May 08, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of May 4
Article | May 07, 2026
What I Learned Teaching Undergraduates About Employment and Labour Law
Canada's youngest in the workforce are among the most vulnerable. Their anecdotal stories highlight the need for further and better education on workplace rights for Canada's youth.
Article | May 07, 2026
The $269,000 Question: How Adelman v. IBM Changed the Way Courts Value Stock Awards
A 59-year-old IBM executive was awarded $682,151.18 in wrongful dismissal damages – but it's the novel approach to valuing cancelled equity that employers and employees alike should be watching.
