A scheduled replay of a past program, with the ability to submit questions.
Crown Liability
Program Chairs
Ewa Krajewska
Henein Hutchison Robitaille LLP
Michael H. Morris
Senior General Counsel, National Litigation Sector, Department of Justice (Canada)
Paul Sheridan
Counsel, Crown Law Office – Civil, Ministry of the Attorney General (Ontario)
Do you know what’s happening with Crown Liability in Canada?
Get up-to-date in the latest on Crown liability and be ready to meet the challenges. Equip yourself with litigation best practices and what you need to know on the current nature and scope of liability.
Whether you are a government or private practice lawyer, you need to be fully cognizant of legal issues unique to Crown liability. This acclaimed conference brings Federal and Provincial Crown counsel, private-bar lawyers and academics together to analyze recent legislative, judicial and regulatory developments and their day-to-day implications in this fast-moving and high stakes area.
Can’t Make the Date? Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.
What You’ll Learn
Covering the latest developments and key issues surrounding Crown liability, including:
Recent important cases involving or with implications for Crown liability
Update on recent jurisprudence interpreting Crown liability and proceedings legislation
Charter Remedies: Significance of SCC’s 2024 decision in AGC v. Power 2024 SCC 26
Indigenous claims: Update on scope and availability of remedies for breach of Crown-based duties
Contract Law
Who Should Attend
Lawyers acting for the Federal or Provincial Crowns and affiliated crown corporations and agencies
Private-bar lawyers acting in suits involving potential Crown liability
Litigation law clerks/paralegals
Faculty
Program Chairs
Ewa Krajewska
Henein Hutchison Robitaille LLP
Michael H. Morris
Senior General Counsel, National Litigation Sector, Department of Justice (Canada)
Paul Sheridan
Counsel, Crown Law Office – Civil, Ministry of the Attorney General (Ontario)
Newly licensed regulated professionals within the past 2 years receive 50% off the regular program fee.
Time
May 28, 2025 9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)
Substitution of registrants is permitted at any time prior to the start date of the program. If you are unable to find a substitute, a full refund is available if a cancellation request is received in writing 14 days prior to the start of the program. If a cancellation request is made with less than 14 days notice, an administrative fee equal to 20% of the program cost, to a maximum of $250 will apply per person. Payment is required to receive access to the program.
We will make every effort to present the program as advertised, but it may be necessary to change the date, location, speakers or content with little or no notice. In the event of program cancellation, York University’s and Osgoode Hall Law School’s liability is limited to reimbursement of paid fees.
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Final CPD accreditation has yet to be confirmed. The hours below are for the 2024 iteration of the program and should be used as an estimate only. Confirmed hours will be available soon.
OsgoodePD is an accredited provider with the LSO, the Law Society of BC and NY CLE Board. Select your location to view the eligible hours you may claim.
All online; combination of live and asynchronous learning.
5 Modules
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Once a program reaches capacity, a waitlist will be created. This does not guarantee your registration in the program; however, it places you on a priority contact list. If any spots become available, you may be notified by email or phone to confirm if you would like to proceed with the registration. Once contacted, you will typically be given 24 hours to confirm your interest. If you do not confirm interest within the provided timeframe, you will be removed from the waitlist and the next person will be contacted.
Many of our programs include 120-day unlimited, online access to view the recorded program. See the program page or brochure to find out if the program you’re interested in includes this access. If you need more time to view the content, or have questions about the access, please email: OPDSupport@osgoode.yorku.ca.
If the program includes access to the recording, you will have unlimited online access to the recorded content for 120-days from the end date of the program.
Access is only for the registered delegate. In the event of misuse, access can be revoked.
CPD hours for each program can be found on the program web page and program brochure. For questions regarding CPD hours, please email cpd@osgoode.yorku.ca
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Yes. We do offer group rates on our programs. Please visit our group rate page for more information. Some exceptions apply, and rates are subject to change.
In Person: Attendance for the program will take place at Osgoode Professional Development (1 Dundas Street West, Suite 2602, Toronto, ON M5G 1Z3) unless otherwise specified. Program Materials will be printed and available for pick up upon arrival.
Live Webcast: Designed for busy schedules, attend an online, live webcast using state-of-the-art video-conferencing. Attendance is via live stream with an opportunity to submit questions to the speakers throughout the program. Registration includes downloadable Program Materials and 120-day access to the program archive.
Online Replay: Watch a pre-recorded webcast, which includes a live Q&A with an instructor. Registration includes 120-day access to the program archive.
Program on Demand: Watch a pre-recorded session online, from the comfort of your home or office. Get unlimited access with our online subscription. Registration includes downloadable Program Materials and 120-day access to the program archive.
Unless a program is sold out or otherwise noted, registration closes at 12:00PM (noon) ET the business day before the scheduled program date.
Registration for webinars closes at 10:00 AM ET the morning of the session, unless sold out.
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