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.
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.
Article | April 20, 2026
Nunavut Devolution: A Nation-Building Moment for Canada’s Third Territory
On January 18, 2024, after more than 20 years of negotiation, the Government of Canada, the Government of Nunavut and the Inuit of Nunavut (represented by Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI)) signed the Nunavut Lands and Resources Devolution Agreement. The Agreement was effective when signed and will result in the transfer of administration and control of Crown Land in Nunavut on April 1, 2027. For Stephen Mansell, Chief Negotiator for the Government of Nunavut, this was the culmination of years of painstaking work. For the territory’s roughly 40,000 residents, 85% of whom are Inuit, it marks a historic shift in control over land, water, and resources...
Resource | March 31, 2026
Nunavut Devolution: Advancing Inuit Self-Determination
Join us for a dynamic discussion on the Nunavut Lands and Resources Devolution Agreement, a landmark achievement that delivers the largest transfer of land administration ever undertaken in Canada.
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,
Article | January 27, 2026
Gitxaala: A New Era for Enforcing UNDRIP Rights?
The British Columbia Court of Appeal's recent decision in Gitxaala v British Columbia (Chief Gold Commissioner) ("Gitxaala") dramatically increases the ability of Indigenous rights and title holders to use the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People ("UNDRIP") to advance and protect their interests. This article summarizes the decision and highlights two ways we have begun using this decision in our advocacy in British Columbia and across the country: 1) UNDRIP may expand the Duty to Consult and Accommodate ("DTCA"); and 2) UNDRIP may be enforceable in the courts where the Crown is not delivering on its promise to recognize and implement UNDRIP rights.
