Program Chairs
Andrew Gibbs
Department of Justice Canada
Kate Glover Berger
Osgoode Hall Law School
Kirk Shannon
Associate Judge, Federal Court of Canada
Brendan van Niejenhuis
Partner, Stockwoods LLP
What’s shaping administrative law now, and what practitioners need to know next.
Gain a clear, practical edge with expert insights you can immediately apply. Strengthen your advocacy, sharpen your judgment, and confidently navigate emerging risks and opportunities in a rapidly evolving administrative law landscape.
Now in its 21st year, this nationally renowned forum brings together decision-makers, advocates and practitioners to explore the most important developments shaping Canadian administrative law today.
Don’t miss this premier opportunity to connect with peers and leading experts on the forces transforming the field, from legislative change and evolving policy and jurisprudence to shifts in governance, culture and the growing impact of global events and emerging technologies.
Can’t Make the Date? Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.
What You’ll Learn
Top cases of the year
Democracy Watch v. Attorney General of Canada: Power, politics and the limits of oversight
Current flashpoints in the Rule of Law
Regulating Freedom of Expression on university campuses
Indigenous jurisdiction and federal and provincial regulatory schemes
The unique ecosystem of military administrative law
New developments in prison law
From the showroom to the hearing room: Auto dealer regulation in practice
Guidance from the Bench on effective advocacy in administrative law cases
Pressing administrative challenges in immigration
Regulating prediction markets
International Law, the Law of War and administrative decision-making
Reasonableness review and discretionary executive decisions
Professionalism, risk management and AI
Powering regulation and the evolving energy landscape
Judges panels on evidence and remedies in administrative law
Who Should Attend
Administrative law practitioners in private practice
Lawyers handling judicial reviews, tribunal advocacy, regulatory compliance and constitutional issues.
Government counsel
Federal, provincial, and territorial lawyers advising ministries, agencies and decision-makers.
Tribunal members and adjudicators
Decision-makers from administrative boards (e.g., labour, immigration, energy, environmental).
Judicial law clerks and members of the judiciary
Especially those interested in developments in public and constitutional law.
Senior policy-makers and regulators
Officials designing or implementing regulatory frameworks.
Subject-matter specialists within administrative law
Practitioners focused on areas like environmental law, energy, infrastructure, or municipal law.
In-house counsel
Particularly those dealing with regulated industries who want to understand administrative risk and litigation trends.
Academics and researchers
Scholars in administrative law, constitutional law and public policy.
Early-career lawyers and students
Attending to build general administrative law knowledge and exposure to emerging issues.
Public interest and advocacy lawyers
Especially those working on rights-based litigation, governance, or access to justice.
Faculty
Program Chairs
Andrew Gibbs
Department of Justice Canada
Kate Glover Berger
Osgoode Hall Law School
Kirk Shannon
Associate Judge, Federal Court of Canada
Brendan van Niejenhuis
Partner, Stockwoods LLP
Rory Fowler
Law Office of Rory G. Fowler
“As is typical with this forum, I was able to update my perception of relevant case law, and I gained insight into new tactics/arguments that I can raise in my own matters.”
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Dragana Rakic
Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario
“Really insightful and engaging presentations.”
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.
| Substantive | 10h 5m |
|---|---|
| Professionalism | 1h 30m |
| EDI | 40m |
| Total | 12h 15m |
| Substantive | 10h 5m |
|---|---|
| Professionalism | 1h 30m |
| EDI | 40m |
| Total | 12h 15m |
| Substantive | 10h 5m |
|---|---|
| Professionalism | 1h 30m |
| EDI | 40m |
| Total | 12h 15m |
| Law Society of BC | 11.25 CPD hours |
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| Law Society of BC | 11.25 CPD hours |
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| Law Society of BC | 11.25 CPD hours |
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Are you reporting hours from a previous date?
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