News

Update on the Review of the Construction Lien Act

  • March 24, 2017

The OBA Construction Law section has provided decision makers in the provincial government with comprehensive and detailed feedback on a bill that proposed changes to the construction payment regime in Ontario, and a broad review of the Construction Lien Act that proposed 100 recommendations with respect to the Construction Lien Act and related matters.

Ontario Cabinet Shuffle

  • January 12, 2017

Earlier today, Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynn announced new updates to the provincial cabinet. She named Marie-France Lalonde as the new Community Safety and Corrections Minister – a position that became vacant following David Orazietti’s recent departure.

Ski Day

  • January 09, 2017

On Thursday, January 26, 2017 come enjoy a day on the slopes at Alpine Ski Club in beautiful Collingwood, Ontario

A message from our President David Sterns

  • January 04, 2017

Happy new year! I am honoured to have had the opportunity to work with such dedicated volunteers and staff in 2016. It is our combined effort and enthusiasm that helps ensure our members are heard. I look forward to continuing our important work in 2017.

OBA President Calls for Modernization of Courts

  • December 12, 2016

OBA President David Sterns penned an article for the Toronto Star, outlining some of the efforts that could be taken immediately to help modernize Ontario’s court infrastructure. Bringing technology to Ontario’s courts is one way to help the profession practice more efficiently and help build the public’s confidence in our cherished justice system.

OBA Seeks Clarification on Gowning Requirements During Pregnancy

  • December 07, 2016

Building on a resolution of the Canadian Bar Association’s national council, the OBA’s Women Lawyers Forum and Civil Litigation Section recently proposed amendments to the Consolidated Provincial Practice Direction to accommodate the needs of lawyers appearing in court while pregnant in letters to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and the Ontario Court of Appeal for Ontario.