Resources, Articles, & Advocacy
Legislative Update | September 18, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of September 14
New Judicial Vacancies: There are currently several active priority vacancies in the Ontario Court of Justice, including Cornwall, Eliot Lake, Pembroke, Thunder Bay and Timmins. Candidates who wish to be considered for a judicial appointment are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
Civil Litigation | August 18, 2026
Amendments to Rules of Civil Procedure (O. Reg. 275/26)
On August 12, 2026, Ontario Regulation 275/26 was filed to amend the Rules of Civil Procedure to require parties and expert witnesses to certify the accuracy of quotations used in their factums and expert reports, respectively, and to update or clarify various appeal procedures.
Legislative Update | August 10, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of August 3
Provincial By-Elections: Premier Ford has called byelections in three Ontario ridings: Scarborough Southwest, York–Simcoe and Hamilton East–Stoney Creek. The voting day will be on Sept. 3.
Franchise Law | August 05, 2026
Franchise Law Section Social
An evening of networking, conversation, and community with the Franchise Law Section.
Legislative Update | July 31, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of July 27
TABIA Joins OBA Pro Bono Portal: On July 29, the OBA welcomed the Toronto Association of Business Improvement Areas (TABIA) to our Pro Bono Portal to “connect the rising entrepreneurs behind emerging small businesses with pivotal pro bono legal support”. The initiative will provide lawyers with volunteer opportunities aligned with their practice areas, interests and availability.
