Resources, Articles, & Advocacy
Legislative Update | July 17, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of July 13
Ticket Resale Updates: Premier Ford’s office has instructed the preparation of regulations to fix the new anti-scalping law. The cap on resale tickets was introduced as part of the 2026 budget. The draft regulations are intended to improve enforcement by defining the face value of a ticket and determining how secondary markets will have to verify it.
Legislative Update | July 13, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of July 6
Ticket Resellers Untouched: Despite ticket resale platforms running afoul of Ontario’s new price cap law, the province has not fined any violations to date.
News | July 07, 2026
AI is Reshaping Legal Practice. Are You Ready?
Why Ontario lawyers are marking August 18 on their calendars.
Legislative Update | July 03, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of June 29
Tenant A/C Rules: An Ontario law came into effect this week explicitly allowing tenants to install window air conditioning units and portable units.
Legislative Update | June 26, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of June 22
Supreme Court Appointment: Prime Minister Carney announced the nomination of Chief Justice Glenn Joyal to the Supreme Court of Canada, praising his career as Chief Justice of Manitoba's Court of King's Bench and noting that he has "demonstrated the integrity, experience, and sound judgment that service on our highest court demands."
Legislative Update | June 19, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of June 15
New LSO Treasurer: The OBA congratulates Shalini Konanur, who was elected on June 17 as the Treasurer of the Law Society of Ontario for the 2026-27 term. She will take office at the June 25 Convocation. As Treasurer, Ms. Konanur is committed to advancing access to justice and removing barriers for the public and the professions.
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.
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.
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 | March 16, 2026
Drawing the Line Between Loans and Income: Re Shaw Reins In Surplus‑Income Overreach
The Ontario Superior Court’s decision in Re Shaw, 2025 ONSC 6385 clarifies judicial interpretation of “total income” in section 68 of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (“BIA”). While the surplus income regime is a familiar feature of Canadian bankruptcy law, the treatment of loans advanced during bankruptcy has remained surprisingly underdeveloped in jurisprudence. In Re Shaw, the Court addresses this gap by drawing a principled distinction between true loans and income, and underscoring the importance of fairness and the trustee’s advisory role in the bankruptcy process.
