Resources, Articles, & Advocacy
Advocacy | November 25, 2025
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of November 17
Province Targets Child Support from Impaired Drivers: Building on recent measures passed in the Safer Roads and Communities Act, 2024, the Ford government is developing new measures that would require impaired drivers to pay ongoing child support if they kill a child's parent or guardian. Attorney General Doug Downey explained in a statement that, "our government is looking at practical solutions that can ease their [surviving children's] burden in the wake of such tragedies and provide financial stability for children who are left behind."
Video | November 24, 2025
Overhauling Ontario’s Civil Rules: What’s Next?
The Working Group is submitting its final recommendations and it's time find out what comes next for Ontario’s Civil Rules.
Article | November 23, 2025
Key Proposed Changes to the Rules: What Civil Litigators Need to Know
In April 2025, the Civil Rules Review Working Group released the Phase 2 Consultation Report (the “Report”), proposing significant changes to Ontario’s existing procedures with a view to making court proceedings more efficient and affordable. The proposed changes are still under consultation and further refinements can be expected. Below is a summary of several key proposed changes in the Report, along with a few additional proposed changes we have learned since its release.
Article | November 20, 2025
The Kosicki v. Toronto Case Sheds Light On Adverse Possession On Public Lands In Ontario
The Supreme Court of Canada’s ruling in Kosicki v. Toronto represents a pivotal development in Ontario property law, offering much-needed clarity on the application of adverse possession to municipal lands. The decision provides a practical precedent for homeowners asserting possessory title over public land.
Resource | November 20, 2025
Successful Advocacy Before Administrative Tribunals
Get ready to put your best case forward at your next administrative hearing as our panel of experienced practitioners share their insights on best practices in administrative tribunal advocacy.
Article | November 19, 2025
OBA Privacy Law Summit: The Race to Regulate
The OBA held its annual Privacy Law Summit on October 15, bringing together privacy lawyers and professionals from across the country. Over 20 experts in the field spoke on a wide range of timely topics, from the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence to practical privacy governance within organizations. This article sums up some of the key insights shared by these highly regarded speakers and highlights important takeaways to keep in mind as we head into 2026.
Resource | November 19, 2025
Navigating Disclosure in ADR Processes
In mediation and arbitration, effective disclosure is essential but must be carefully balanced with the principle of proportionality to preserve efficiency, fairness, and cost-effectiveness.
