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At the core of all statutory bodies is a mandate, whether express or implied, to act in the public interest. What impact does this mandate have for public agencies, and how does (or should it) influence the actions of public sector lawyers?

Open government initiatives to increase transparency and accountability are expanding into the area of government contracting and procurement.

Increasingly, infrastructure projects are a collaboration between all levels of government. Ensure you know where to start when the next project lands on your desk with this helpful program.

On June 15, join our expert panel - Sara Blake, Ministry of the Attorney General, Crown Law Office – Civil, and Jeff Cowan, WeirFoulds LLP – to explore the key recent cases likely to impact your public sector practice.

Whether you are working with or lobbying political staffers (or you are one yourself), join us on April 4 to get the insights you need to navigate your professional obligations as a lawyer in the complex and challenging political milieu.

Provincial statutes confer significant and various powers, duties and functions on Minsters of the Crown. The Municipal Act, 2001 authorizes municipalities to delegate powers and duties under that and other Acts.

Join us to explore the challenges technology poses for regulators, and what steps they are taking to overcome them.

Learn how the Office is preparing for the anticipated increase in complaints, and bring your questions for our expert. If your clients include school boards, universities and municipalities, attend this program to ensure you are up to speed on the impact for your clients.

In pursuing their duty to protect the public interest, how do regulators balance privacy, confidentiality and privilege concerns against transparency and appropriate disclosure?

Deconstruct ethical challenges and build your skills for managing them.