Program Directors
Kim Ozubko
General Counsel, Corporate Secretary & Privacy Officer, Eckler Ltd.
Jeffrey Sommers
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
Eligible for
Pension law and regulation is complex, technical and constantly evolving. Understanding the legal and regulatory framework is essential for anyone working with or making decisions about pensions.
The Osgoode Certificate in Pension Law, one of the most comprehensive pension law courses in Canada, offers a unique foundational program designed to give you the practical knowledge, tools and insights you need to understand and navigate this complex area of law.
Our expert faculty bring perspectives from across the country and combine technical expertise with real-world experience. You’ll leave with practical tools, strategies and insights you can apply directly to your day-to-day work – helping you understand complex pension issues, assess risk and make confident, informed decisions.
If you advise on or make decisions involving pension issues, it is critical that you understand this complex area and are able to navigate it effectively. This is the program for you.
Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.
What You’ll Learn
Overview of the Canadian retirement system
The anatomy of a pension plan
Pension plan funding and investment
Taxation of retirement plans
Defined contribution plans: the CAP guidelines and CAPSA DC plans guidelines
Cross country check-up – comprehensive updates and the latest trends from across Canada
Multi-employer pension plans (MEPPs) – governance, plan design and funding challenges
Labour, employment, human rights and privacy issues in pensions
Pension plan restructuring – bankruptcy and insolvency
Pension plan governance – tools and strategies for managing Board risk
Impact of AI on pension plans
Who Should Attend
Pension professionals, including plan administrators and managers
Pension lawyers in private practice
In-house counsel
HR and finance professionals who make decisions about or govern their company’s pension scheme
Provincial and Federal pension regulators
Pension plan trustees/fiduciaries
Faculty
Program Directors
Kim Ozubko
General Counsel, Corporate Secretary & Privacy Officer, Eckler Ltd.
Jeffrey Sommers
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
Instructors
Kendell Wilde
Senior Counsel & Director, Human Resources, Babcock & Wilcox Canada Corp.
“This program has provided a great foundation for future learning and development. I would highly recommend it to others involved in pension administration.”
Agenda
Register
Jan 27 & Feb 3, 10, 17 & Mar 4 & 11, 2027
$4,495 + TAX
Time
January 27, 2027
9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)
February 3, 2027
9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)
February 10, 2027
9:00 a.m – 4:00 p.m (ET)
February 17, 2027
9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)
March 4, 2027
9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)
March 11, 2027
9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)
Printable Registration Form
If a downloadable form is required, please contact osgoodepd@osgoode.yorku.ca.
“Is financial assistance or funding available?”
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:
Certificate Requirements
To receive an Osgoode Certificate, you must view all program modules (either live or archived) and successfully complete a post-program online assessment by April 10, 2027.
Michael Humphries
Manager, Accounting Services, Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario
“This entire program has been excellent! As a manager in accounting who primarily advises on plan administration, I will be able to use this information to better advise plan member.”
CPD & 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.
| Substantive | 34h 40m |
|---|---|
| Professionalism | 3h |
| Total | 37h 40m |
| Law Society of BC | 34.5 CPD hours |
|---|
Are you reporting hours from a previous date?
View our CPD & Accreditation page to see previously calculated hours for this course.
Deeper Learning Opportunities
LLMs
Are you a law graduate or an executive/senior professional with at least 5 years of specialized experience? Consider a full-time or part-time LLM degree.
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Do you have an LLB/JD? Consider taking a single LLM course for deeper learning in a specific area of practice – all credits will apply towards a Professional LLM.
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Program content questions
David Thomas, Program Lawyer
dthomas@osgoode.yorku.ca
Registration questions
Technical support
Online Technical Requirements
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