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

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.

CPD Hours
Format
Contact us for inquiries about other provinces.
Substantive34h 40m
Professionalism3h
Total37h 40m
Law Society of BC34.5 CPD hours

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Frequently Asked Questions

Client and Technical Support

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Program content questions

David Thomas, Program Lawyer
dthomas@osgoode.yorku.ca

Online Technical Requirements

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