Designed as a deeper learning experience for all professionals, certificates are intensive, practice-based programs taught by faculty with real-world experience.
The Law of Emergencies: Practical Strategies in Disaster Preparedness, Management and Recovery
Program Director
François Tanguay-Renaud
Associate Professor, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University
Eligible for
Public emergencies and disasters affect the legal advice you provide and how you provide it. Get prepared.
Recent domestic and international public emergencies have created unprecedented and thorny legal issues across many different areas of law. More and more legal professionals across all areas of practice are being forced to seek and provide guidance in situations where there is little certainty, but quick and decisive action is required.
This unique OsgoodePD program is designed specifically for legal professionals in private practice, in-house or in government who want to develop an expertise in the emerging area of “emergency law”. You will learn how to address the legal issues arising from emergency conditions, disasters and converging crises in our increasingly volatile and uncertain world.
This one-of-a-kind program will give you the knowledge, tools and strategies you need to get “emergency ready” from a legal standpoint.
In a world in which the frequency of major emergencies and disasters are likely to keep increasing, make sure you have the legal knowledge and skills to respond and pivot effectively. Register now to secure your spot.
What You’ll Learn
It’s an applied, deep dive into:
Emergency powers
Constraints on those powers
The impact of emergencies in areas of law including contract, employment and torts
You’ll also get practical insights into government decision-making in public emergencies, disasters and other crises, including guidance on how to access information.
Choose to attend one or all modules:
Module 1 – Crises and the Law: Frameworks for Identification and Response
Module 2 – Emergency Legislation and Regulation in Canada
Module 3 – Emergency Management and the Public Law Framework: The Impact of Constitutional, Administrative and International Law
Module 4 – Private Law Tools for Emergency Response
Module 5 – Current and Evolving Issues in The Law of Emergencies: Government Relations, Crisis Advising and Recent Developments
Who Should Attend
Lawyers from all areas of practice
Government lawyers, policy advisors and officials (federal, provincial and municipal)
In-house counsel
Emergency and disaster management professionals
Jodie Al-Mqbali
Specialist, Legal & Risk Services, The Ottawa Hospital
“I really enjoyed the broad perspectives both in subject matter and vision from the various instructors and participants. I learned a lot about the different kinds of emergencies we may confront, and I understand now the unifying threads that run through our responses to these diverse kinds of emergencies.”
Faculty
Program Director
François Tanguay-Renaud
Associate Professor, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University
Advisory Board
Saptarishi Bandopadhyay
Associate Professor, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University
Adam Goldenberg
McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Jennifer King
Partner, Gowling WLG LLP
Ewa Krajewska
Henein Hutchison Robitaille LLP
John MacLean
Senior Legal Counsel, Legal and Constitutional Law Division, Nunavut Department of Justice
David Matyas
PhD Candidate, Faculty of Law, University of Cambridge
Daniel Sheppard
Goldblatt Partners LLP
Brendan van Niejenhuis
Partner, Stockwoods LLP
Saptarishi Bandopadhyay
Associate Professor, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University
James Buchan
Gowling WLG LLP
Colton Fehr
Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law, Thompson Rivers University
Jody Johnson
Director, Legal Services, Halton Region
Anil K. Kapoor
Kapoor Barristers
Sanjay Khanna
Strategic Advisor and Foresight Expert, NOW Partners
Jennifer King
Partner, Gowling WLG LLP
Ewa Krajewska
Henein Hutchison Robitaille LLP
John MacLean
Senior Legal Counsel, Legal and Constitutional Law Division, Nunavut Department of Justice
Natasha MacParland
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
David Matyas
PhD Candidate, Faculty of Law, University of Cambridge
Cenobar Parker
Parker Sim LLP
Danielle Parr
Managing Principal, Navigator Ltd
Daniel Sheppard
Goldblatt Partners LLP
Lyle Skinner
Director, Parliamentary Affairs, Senate of Canada
Jocelyn Stacey
Associate Professor, Peter A. Allard School of Law, University of British Columbia
Danielle Stampley
Wright Henry LLP
Lori Stoltz
Morris + Stoltz + Evans LLP
Joyce Tam
Thomas Gold Pettingill LLP
François Tanguay-Renaud
Associate Professor, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University
Brendan van Niejenhuis
Partner, Stockwoods LLP
Wesley Wark
Senior Fellow Centre for International Governance Innovation
Leah West
Associate Professor, The Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, Carleton University
“An area of law that is too often overlooked. Legal professionals finally have training that gives them real credentials and makes Emergency Law a viable area of practice. Excellent program!”
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$3,295 + TAX
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Substitution of registrants is permitted 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 21 days prior to the start of the program. If a cancellation request is made with less than 21 days notice, a $250 administrative fee will apply per person. Within 7 days of the program start date, no refund is available. 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.
As law evolves, we know how important it is to stay up to date. We also understand the financial implications of continuously upgrading your professional skills and knowledge. For more information on available options, including Job Grants, OSAP, please visit:
To receive an Osgoode Certificate, you must complete all program modules, and successfully complete an online assessment within 30 days of the last module.
CPD and Accreditation
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.
Program pages and brochures will include specific information including key dates, or see our Refunds & Cancellation Policies page.
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.
A selection of our Certificates are eligible for OSAP funding.
Please note the following exceptions that may affect OSAP funding eligibility for our certificates:
Students receiving Second Career funding for a micro-credential during their study period are ineligible;
Although grants will not be converted to loans, a grant may become repayable if a student withdraws, is determined to be overpaid in grant funding, or income cannot be verified within one year;
A student cannot receive OSAP for micro-credential assistance for their study period if it overlaps with another micro-credential study period in which they are concurrently receiving OSAP for micro-credential funding. However, students may overlap their micro-credential study period with a study period that is part of a different full- or part-time program that they are concurrently receiving funding for through Full-Time OSAP or Part-Time OSAP, provided that OSAP funding was not assessed for the micro-credential course(s) through a Full-Time or Part-Time OSAP application.
NOTE: In order to obtain access to the program, full payment is required at least 1 business day prior to the first module of the program.
Job Grants
The Canada-Ontario Job grant may be applicable to employers seeking to train their staff. To find out if your organization is eligible for the grant and the program you wish to enrol in qualifies, visit: The MTCU Canada-Ontario Job Grant page
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A limited amount of financial assistance is available for OsgoodePD Programs unless specific bursary information appears on the program page/program brochure. Head to our Financial Assistance page for more information.
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.
Our Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs, ranging from one-hour briefings to more intensive certificate programs, are for all professionals. There are no general prerequisites for these programs; however, individual programs often have specific requirements to register. These are noted on individual program pages and .pdf brochures.
