Resources, Articles, & Advocacy
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.
Ontario Court of Justice | May 28, 2026
OCJ Amended Jordan-Compliant Trial Scheduling Practice Direction
The Ontario Court of Justice Practice Direction: Jordan-Compliant Trial Scheduling is being amended to include a new "Part III". This Part states that criminal matters shall have no more than 3 appearances in case management court, and applies to Informations sworn June 1, 2026 or later. This does not apply to individuals in custody, youth, or matters participating in a specialized court.
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.
Ontario Court of Justice | May 14, 2026
OCJT Fifth Plea Court – Courtroom 805 – Self-represented, Duty Counsel and Assist Plea Court
Given the volume of matters in the plea courts, effective June 1, 2026, a fifth Plea Court will begin operating in Courtroom 805 with all self-represented persons and duty counsel matters heard in 805 court.
