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In my past life as a federal public servant, I happened across an idea that has stuck with me ever since: “scheming virtuously”. Now, early in my career as a public sector lawyer, I have been asking myself how this translates to the practice of law.

This recent decision of the Divisional Court may finally be bringing a bit of judicial clarity to the emerging area of municipal Integrity Commissioners in Ontario.

Joy Hulton, Regional Solicitor for York Region, discusses various issues that municipalities should consider before appointing a municipal ombudsman.

At the 10th Annual Tom Marshall Award of Excellence for Public Sector Lawyers, the Honourable Howard I. Wetston was recognized for his contribution to public service. This article overviews the event, which included tributes by Chief Justice Paul Crampton of the Federal Court; Murray Segal, Former Deputy Attorney General and Chief Prosecutor of Ontario; and Alan Lenczner, Commissioner of the Ontario Securities Commission.

Lila Amara effectue son stage au ministère du Procureur général de l’Ontario avec le ministère des Finances dans le cadre du Programme de pratique du droit de l’Université d’Ottawa. Elle partage ses expériences mémorables avec le Programme.

Alexander Jewett provides insight into the success of the LPP program through his articling experience at the Ministry of the Attorney General.

A panel of four Ottawa lawyers shared their stories on how they ended up working outside of firms and offered their best advice for young lawyers who are considering an alternative legal career. The panel members included Audrey Barrett (National Judicial Institute), Deborah Bayley (Privy Council Office, Government of Canada), Erin McNamara (Scotiabank) and Stefano Taucer (Rogers Communications). Below is an overview of some of what each shared with those in attendance.

Robin Bates provides an overview of the February 5, 2016 OBA Institute program, “What you need to know about the Ontario Ombudsman’s expanded oversight of municipalities, universities and school boards”.

Jennifer T. Chan provides an overview of this November 16, 2015 program hosted by the Public Sector Lawyers Section, "Confidentiality, Privilege and Disclosure in Investigative and Disciplinary Proceedings for Self-Regulated Professions." The Panel consisted of three lawyers who represent the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Ontario, the Law Society of Upper Canada, and the Ontario College of Teachers, respectively.