Osgoode Professional Development

Osgoode Professional Development OsgoodePD offers both credit & non-credit programming to meet the life-long learning needs of lawyers and other professionals http://www.osgoodepd.ca/

Osgoode Professional Development is a world leader in law school lifelong learning. Part of Osgoode Hall Law School, one of the oldest and best law schools in Canada, we offer credit and non-credit programs for Canadian and international lawyers, paralegals, non-law professionals, firms and organizations. Our courses and programs are offered on-site and through the convenience of distance educatio

n using webcast and video streaming. No matter what your learning journey, it will be backed by Osgoode Professional Development's unwavering commitment to quality, accessibility and customer service.

In this month’s OsgoodePD News, we explore the evolving legal landscape through the lens of artificial intelligence, med...
08/31/2026

In this month’s OsgoodePD News, we explore the evolving legal landscape through the lens of artificial intelligence, mediation, workplace accommodation and legal education. Discover how Osgoode is preparing legal professionals to navigate the opportunities and challenges of AI, explore the “magical moments” that can shape successful mediations and hear from Ozlem Yucel about her full-circle journey from Osgoode student to Program Chair. Plus, dive into practical AI insights for estate litigation and hear from Hiu Tung Cheung and Bradley Limpert about their Professional LLM experiences and the future of legal practice. Read the full issue ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4e204Iy

Alexi Wood brings a unique combination of litigation expertise, social justice advocacy and public interest work to Osgo...
08/28/2026

Alexi Wood brings a unique combination of litigation expertise, social justice advocacy and public interest work to OsgoodePD’s new webinar series: Civil Sexual Assault Claims 101.

A recipient of the Precedent Setter Award for her work advancing social justice, Alexi has appeared before courts and tribunals across Canada, including the Supreme Court of Canada. She has also served as faculty with the Vital Voices Justice Institute in Mumbai, helping train judges, prosecutors, police officers and NGO professionals on issues related to domestic violence and human trafficking.

In this practical nine-part webinar series, Alexi will guide participants through the key stages of civil sexual assault claims, including damages, trauma-informed practice, vicarious liability, overlapping claims and more. The program provides the foundational knowledge and practical strategies needed to confidently advance or defend these complex claims. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4paI5H5

Jason Annibale and Sandra Astolfo – both recognized among Canada’s leading construction, infrastructure and energy lawye...
08/27/2026

Jason Annibale and Sandra Astolfo – both recognized among Canada’s leading construction, infrastructure and energy lawyers – return to OsgoodePD this October to lead Ontario Construction Liens – The Essentials.

This concentrated program demystifies one of the most technical areas of construction law. Gain a clear, practical understanding of the core rules, deadlines, and processes that preserve rights, manage risk, and help you navigate lien issues with confidence. The program includes three online primers covering key background and context, providing a strong foundation for the program. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4wJSmfZ

How do today's leading mediators approach the most challenging moments in dispute resolution?This October, join us for t...
08/26/2026

How do today's leading mediators approach the most challenging moments in dispute resolution?

This October, join us for the Winkler/IAM/OsgoodePD Mediation Forum 2026: Critical Moments in Mediation: Lessons in Judgment, Courage and Craft and hear from The Honourable Todd L. Archibald, Marie Henein, Marcelo Perlman during a dynamic panel discussion moderated by Oliver Martin Jr. on the future of mediation practice.

Building on the themes explored throughout the Forum, the panel will examine how mediators can navigate power dynamics, build trust, manage moments of impasse and adapt their practice to emerging technologies, including AI and virtual environments. You'll also gain practical strategies for managing multi-party disputes and high-stakes negotiations through expert discussion and audience Q&A. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/3QaYgY1

Brian Gottheil, Lawyer and Director of Training & Transformation at Bernardi Human Resource Law LLP, is passionate about...
08/26/2026

Brian Gottheil, Lawyer and Director of Training & Transformation at Bernardi Human Resource Law LLP, is passionate about promoting respect, collaboration and belonging in workplaces. He brings his extensive experience as an employment lawyer, workplace investigator and trainer to Osgoode this fall as he joins Lauren Bernardi and a host legal and mental healthcare experts for the Certificate in Workplace Mental Health Law. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3HUDgAe

Howard Wise, Q.Arb, MCIArb, is an Independent Arbitrator and Mediator and President of Wise Alternative Dispute Resoluti...
08/25/2026

Howard Wise, Q.Arb, MCIArb, is an Independent Arbitrator and Mediator and President of Wise Alternative Dispute Resolution Inc.(“Wise ADR”). Prior to establishing Wise ADR, Howard acted as arbitration and trial counsel representing owners, contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, insurers, sureties, lenders and receivers, in complex, multi-party construction and infrastructure disputes.

He now serves as an Independent Arbitrator and Mediator of construction, infrastructure, and real estate disputes. His many years of experience as arbitration and litigation counsel in complex, high-stakes matters, positions him to understand and determine the complex issues that come before him in complex construction and infrastructure arbitrations.

He joins Bruce Reynolds as co-chair of The National Forum on Construction Arbitration: Designing, Building and Presenting the Case. This program focuses on the key decisions that consistently shape outcomes in construction cases, including fit-for-purpose dispute clauses, early case strategy, disciplined disclosure in document-heavy disputes and expert management in delay and quantum claims. Learn more: https://bit.ly/44aVIfV

Andrew Morris has spent his career helping organizations navigate complex regulatory environments. As a former IIROC (CI...
08/24/2026

Andrew Morris has spent his career helping organizations navigate complex regulatory environments. As a former IIROC (CIRO) examiner and enterprise AML leader, he has worked across securities, banking, insurance, real estate, wealth management and other highly regulated sectors.

As Program Co-Chair of Regulatory Reviews, Exams and Investigations: A Practical Guide for Financial Institutions, Andrew brings real-world insights into how reviews, exams and investigations unfold in practice – and what organizations can do to prepare.

Starting November 24, this unique, scenario-driven program and optional simulation workshop will help participants strengthen their approach to regulatory engagement through practical instruction, applied discussions, exercises and expert guidance. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4vRc48I

08/21/2026

POV: Your Professional LLM journey starts at Osgoode Professional Development.

Our new Professional LLM cohort officially kicked off their journey at Keele Campus! From orientation and program sessions to campus tours and connecting with classmates, Day 1 was full of new experiences and new beginnings.

POV: Your Professional LLM journey starts at Osgoode PD.ere to support them every step of the way. Welcome to OsgoodePD!

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Brent Arnold and Max Jarvie return to OsgoodePD this fall alongside a faculty of leading technology and legal experts to...
08/21/2026

Brent Arnold and Max Jarvie return to OsgoodePD this fall alongside a faculty of leading technology and legal experts to lead the 4th Annual Forum on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Law. Fully updated for 2026, this intensive, two-day program will help to decode need-to-know developments and updates involving AI and the law, including realistic guidance on how to navigate the shifting AI regulatory framework in Canada and abroad. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4w0SMyl

Melissa L. Eldridge is a leading education lawyer in Canada and Co-Chair of BLG’s National School Boards Practice. She a...
08/20/2026

Melissa L. Eldridge is a leading education lawyer in Canada and Co-Chair of BLG’s National School Boards Practice. She advises leaders of independent schools and public and Catholic school boards on complex, high-stakes matters including employment, labour, governance, human rights and special education. Her deep understanding of the education sector is informed by her experience as General Counsel to one of Canada’s largest school boards and as a former Governor of an independent school.

This fall, she will chair OsgoodePD’s Education Law for Private and Independent Schools. This comprehensive one-day program offers a practical look at common school law issues from a different perspective while also addressing challenges unique to private and independent schools. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4fDCvds

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