Conference programme

The Sustainable Development Goal One, dealing with eradicating extreme poverty, is a soft law of international law. It represents the public interest worldwide. States are obligated under International Law to make good faith efforts to comply with it. Similarly, lawyers and the legal profession are ethically obliged to promote law reform that furthers the public interest. Therefore, the legal profession and lawyers must advocate for law reform and practise law to promote Sustainable Development Goal One. The focus of this session will be on the practical ways in which lawyers can integrate Sustainable Development Goal One into their legal practices. Thus, the panel will discuss how to empower the most vulnerable through promoting and seeking the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal One through advocacy, reform, and practice. 

Consumer claims are becoming more prevalent. Access to justice and the growing recognition of consumer rights are one factor behind this. At the same time governments in many countries are trying to stimulate growth through encouraging enterprise and innovation. Producers can be caught between balancing these competing risks and opportunities. Are we achieving an appropriate balance of risk as between consumers and producers? Should producers accept greater risk of product claims? How will that impact innovation? Is it becoming easier for consumers to bring and prove their claims? European Union (EU) moves in this area include a change of approach to presumptions of defect and a shift in the evidential burden for consumers. Is this fair? This session will take a cross-jurisdictional perspective on these questions, looking at the status quo and what is on the horizon for consumer product liability claims across the globe.

Wild fires and natural disasters- force majeure no more, but a case for liability? As the climate crisis worsens, natural disasters are no longer unforeseeable acts of god, but consequences of the states’ failure to effectively combat climate change. What are the remedies that our legal systems hold for the victims?

An open committee business meeting where all members and Officers are invited to learn more about the current and upcoming activities and developments of the Committee.

An open committee business meeting where all members and Officers are invited to learn more about the current and upcoming activities and developments of the Committee.

An open committee business meeting where all members and Officers are invited to learn more about the current and upcoming activities and developments of the Committee.

An open committee business meeting where all members, non-members, and Officers are invited to learn more about the current and upcoming activities and developments of the Committee.

An open committee business meeting where all members and Officers are invited to learn more about the current and upcoming activities and developments of the Committee.

An open committee business meeting where all members and Officers are invited to learn more about the current and upcoming activities and developments of the Committee.

An open committee business meeting where all members and Officers are invited to learn more about the current and upcoming activities and developments of the Committee.

An open committee business meeting where all members and Officers are invited to learn more about the current and upcoming activities and developments of the Committee.

An open committee business meeting where all members and Officers are invited to learn more about the current and upcoming activities and developments of the Committee.

An open meeting of the Women Lawyers' Committee where committee members and those interested in joining the committee, are invited to learn more about the extensive activities of the committee, provide feedback and collaborate about new ideas and initiatives.

Cloud infrastructure has become a critical infrastructure that is mandatory to deliver government services and supporting the digital economy. The limited number of players and their market power requires specific attention. We will explore these discussion points and more, in this session.

This walking tour will take us on a journey through Toronto's architectural history. We'll be exploring the stunning 1920's skyscrapers built along Bay Street in downtown Toronto, which are a testament to the city's rich heritage. But that's not all! The tour will also include visits to some of Toronto's modern skyscrapers, such as the TD Centre, built in 1966 by the renowned International Style architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, and Commerce Court, constructed by famous architect IM Pei in 1972. These iconic structures showcase the evolution of architectural design and offer a fascinating contrast to the older buildings.
 
This walking tour promises to be an engaging and informative experience, providing a unique opportunity to appreciate the city's architectural gems. Join us for this adventure – it's a great way to learn more about Toronto's history and enjoy some fresh air.

Spaces are limited and are assigned on a first come first served basis. Registered conference delegates can register online or at the speaker help desk during the annual conference.

This session will explore the growing provision of traditional legal services by non-lawyers or other licensed categories and how the profession is evolving. We will also have a discussion about sandbox and innovative activities.