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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.

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.

Landlord & Tenant Board | May 25, 2026

LTB: Update to the Practice Direction on Applications Involving Non-Profit Housing Co-operatives

Effective May 15, 2026, the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) released an updated Practice Direction on Applications Involving Non-Profit Housing Co-operatives. The updated Practice Direction provides a current and detailed explanation of the LTB hearing process for Co-op applications.

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.

Legislative Update | May 08, 2026

Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of May 4

Programs & Events

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