1/2 Reminder to Toronto litigators – as of Oct. 14, in Toronto Region, the Ontario Courts Public Portal will replace the JSO portals for filing in SCJ civil, family, small claims, Divisional Court, & enforcement proceedings. Read the SCJ’s Notice to the Profession here: buff.ly/04ggyPp

🍷🧀 Vancouver Wine and Cheese with the Bench is happening on October 30. Hosted by our Young Advocates' Standing Committee, don’t miss this chance to connect, learn what judges want to see from junior counsel, and enjoy an evening of relaxed networking. 👉 Secure your spot today! buff.ly/Prqo9FB

TAS has responded to the Ontario Civil Rules Committee’s consultation re: potential amendments to the Rules to address AI-generated evidence. Read TAS’s letter: buff.ly/eXv87Qg

TAS Members: #ICYMI the September 2025 edition of Advocates in Action is now online! ⚖️ This monthly newsletter keeps our members informed and engaged with TAS's important advocacy work throughout the year. #ByAdvocates4Advocates Read it here: buff.ly/bcVIrHN

1/3 La Société a déposé son mémoire d'intervenante dans l'appel concernant la Loi 21 à la CSC, soutenant que les tribunaux ont compétence pour déclarer si une loi assujettie à la clause dérogatoire porte atteinte aux droits garantis par la Charte. Lisez notre mémoire : buff.ly/Tvgo8UH

1/3 TAS has filed its intervener factum in the QC Bill 21 appeal at the SCC. TAS argues that courts have the power to declare whether a law subject to the notwithstanding clause infringes rights guaranteed by the Charter. Read TAS’s factum here: buff.ly/n3Nfw2Y

🎙️New on #TASPod Friends Who Argue: Business Development for Litigators Eric Sherkin sits down with Jane Southren & Kelly Osaka to discuss relationship-building strategies, how to balance bizdev with professional and personal responsibilities, & more. Listen now: buff.ly/qdFbYJP

✨ Looking for mentorship to guide your early years of practice? Join us at Peel Judges Speed Mentoring for an evening of professional insights, career strategies, and meaningful connections. 🤝 Learn directly from local judges 💡 Gain valuable advice for your career path 📍Brampton 👉 buff.ly/QVypOdS

We’re at the Kingston & The 1000 Islands Legal Conference today and tomorrow! ⚖️ Stop by our booth to say hello, learn more about what’s coming up at TAS — and enter for a chance to win our prize! 🎉

🏆 Call for Nominations: The John P. Nelligan Award for Excellence in Advocacy The Advocates’ Society is now accepting nominations for the John P. Nelligan Award, honouring the legacy of the late John P. Nelligan, Q.C., LSM. Submit your nomination here: buff.ly/kgYVyWF Deadline: November 11, 2025

1/2 The Court of Appeal of Alberta has granted TAS leave to intervene in the appeal of Piikani Nation v. McMullen, concerning the principles governing conflicts of interest between lawyers and former near clients. Read TAS’s application for leave to intervene here: buff.ly/FGEtbia

🎉 Il arrive à grands pas! Le 7e Gala annuel de la Société des plaideurs est cette semaine Nous avons hâte de vous voir ce jeudi 25 septembre au majestueux Théâtre St-James à Montréal. ✨ Préparez-vous à une soirée d'élégance, de collégialité et d'inspiration. À très bientôt !

The Mid-Career Advocates' Fall Social returns on October 22! Hosted by MASC, this casual event is the best way to catch up with colleagues and connect 🥂✨ Bonus: Say ‘hi!’ to some of our Big Chill Chairs and get a sneak peek at what’s to come at this exciting conference! ❄️ buff.ly/VZrLIkS

FYI Ontario securities litigators – the Capital Markets Tribunal has amended its Rules of Procedure. Read the notice: buff.ly/eroTgIi

The Ontario SCJ’s new website has published 2024 data for civil, criminal, family, & small claims court matters. TAS believes the collection & publication of data about court operations is essential to improving the justice system. See the data here: buff.ly/186RI4x

Toronto civil & family litigators – on Tuesday, September 16 from 10:30-12:00, attend a free virtual training session about the SCJ & OCJ’s new digital justice solution, which goes live for civil & family matters in the Toronto region in October 2025. Register here: buff.ly/UfkIZpd

TAS has responded to the BCSC’s recent consultation about how to improve the timeliness and efficiency of civil and family chambers hearings. Read TAS’s submission here: buff.ly/ESkAQ0e

🍂 TAS Members: The Fall issue of The Advocates’ Journal is now online! This issue features Justice Renee Pomerance on civility, mediation insights, cross-examination tips, and more. Sign in to your TAS account to read it: buff.ly/I3NHh1W #TASJournal

🎉 Congratulations to Nadia Effendi, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, the 2025 recipient of The Catzman Award for Professionalism and Civility! We are proud to recognize Nadia for her outstanding contributions and leadership in the legal community. Learn more about the Catzman award here: buff.ly/CmTsSbh

📢 TAS Student members! Keeping Tabs is launching a Student Corner & we want to hear from you. Share insights, experiences, or creativity in written or video format. Contact Emily Dishart ([email protected]) or Arian Monadjem ([email protected]) to learn more! View KT: buff.ly/cOBiw8S

🍁 New season. New connections. Join us for a vibrant evening with fellow young advocates! The Young Advocates’ Fall Social is back September 18, and it's the time to meet people who share your passion for law—and who may become colleagues, mentors, or friends. 🌟 Don't miss it! buff.ly/buyNyqa

Calgary’s advocacy community is gathering on September 25! The Young Advocates’ Standing Committee invites you to the Calgary Bench & Bar for an evening of connection with advocates of all vintages and members of the judiciary. 📍 Calgary Petroleum Club Don’t miss out! buff.ly/3MBx20P

The SKCA has released its decision in UR Pride. As argued by TAS in its intervention, the majority held that courts have jurisdiction to determine if laws subject to the ‘notwithstanding clause’ limit rights & freedoms protected by the Charter. Read the decision here: buff.ly/x73Ie5E

🎙️Long weekend listening, loading… Part 2 of Reflections of a Former Tax Court Judge is out now! The Honourable Patrick Boyle continues his conversation with Justin Kutyan (KPMG Law) to talk advocacy, litigation styles, and the future of the Tax Court of Canada. Listen now: buff.ly/eRwV2gH

📢 Membres de La Société : L'édition de l'été 2025 de Plaideurs en action est maintenant en ligne. Cette infolettre tient nos membres informés et engagés dans l'important travail de défense des intérêts mené par La Société tout au long de l'année. Lisez-la ici: buff.ly/pCKKc50

1/2 The SCC has granted TAS’s application for leave to intervene in the appeal re: the constitutionality of QC’s religious symbols law (Bill 21). TAS will argue that Courts can issue declaratory judgments about legislation subject to the notwithstanding clause in s. 33 of the Charter.

1/2 La CSC a accueilli la requête en intervention présentée par la Société dans l’appel concernant la constitutionnalité de la Loi sur la laïcité de l'État. La Société soutiendra que les tribunaux peuvent examiner les lois qui sont assujetties à la clause dérogatoire prévue à l'art. 33 de la Charte.

🎙️Start your week with a new episode of #TASPod Friends Who Argue! The Honourable Patrick Boyle joins Justin Kutyan for part one of a two-part series reflecting on his 17 years as a judge on the Tax Court of Canada. Listen now: buff.ly/BRJzNbp

TAS Members: The Summer 2025 edition of Advocates in Action is now online! This monthly newsletter keeps our members informed and engaged with TAS's important advocacy work throughout the year. #ByAdvocates4Advocates Read it here: buff.ly/zQuVlqG

Reminder: Our office will be closed on Monday, June 30 and Tuesday, July 1, for the Canada Day holiday. TAS will re-open on Wednesday, July 2nd. Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing holiday weekend!

📚 TAS Members: The Summer issue of The Advocates’ Journal is now online! ☀️ This edition explores the growing challenges to the rule of law in Canada & offers thoughtful commentary on how advocates can, and must, respond. Sign in to your TAS account to read it: buff.ly/VCtUqYq #TASJournal

Read TAS’s comprehensive list of recommendations in response to the Civil Rules Review Working Group’s proposed reform of Ontario’s Rules of Civil Procedure: buff.ly/bNLhnLZ

TAS responds to the Civil Rules Review Working Group’s latest consultation on the proposals to overhaul Ontario’s Rules of Civil Procedure & civil justice system. Read TAS’s submission here: buff.ly/jmpEQvA

Welcome to our new 2025-26 Executive Committee, President Hilary Book, Vice-President Craig Ferris, KC, Treasurer Cynthia Kuehl and Secretary Monique Jilesen, LSM. For more about our incoming Executive and our plans for the 2025-2026 term, see the letter from our President to members buff.ly/wcHjXZM

Nous continuons avec la deuxième journée du Colloque sur les techniques de plaidoirie. Aujourd’hui : les contre-interrogatoires (y compris les déclarations antérieures incompatibles) et les plaidoiries. On voit déjà l’amélioration de nos techniques – ainsi que l’augmentation de notre confiance!

Après une journée intense de travail sur nos techniques de plaidoirie, c’est toujours agréable de faire un peu de réseautage! Merci à Davies pour avoir commandité le cocktail du Colloque sur les techniques de plaidoirie.

TAS opposes Bill 10’s reforms to the process for appointing judges to the OCJ. The proposed changes increase the risk of politics playing a role in judicial appointments, which threatens judicial independence & public confidence in the courts. Read TAS's letter to the AG: buff.ly/SXdOekJ

Nominate an extraordinary advocate for the 2025 Catzman Award for Professionalism & Civility. This prestigious Award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exemplary knowledge of the law, civility and a commitment to mentorship. New deadline: June 9, 2025 Learn more: buff.ly/sHsAIiY

La Société a demandé l'autorisation d'intervenir dans l’appel concernant le projet de loi 21 devant la CSC. La Société propose de soutenir que les tribunaux peuvent examiner et rendre des jugements déclaratoires concernant les lois qui sont assujetties à la clause dérogatoire. ▷ buff.ly/t3aIeSA

TAS has applied for leave to intervene in the QC Bill 21 religious symbols case at the SCC. TAS proposes to argue that Courts can examine and issue declaratory judgments regarding legislation that is subject to the notwithstanding clause. Read TAS’s application here: buff.ly/t3aIeSA

Thank you to our generous sponsors for helping make Spring Symposium 2025 a success 👏 Premier Sponsor: Mintz Supporter Sponsors: ADR Chambers and Junior Associate We couldn't have done it without you!

The Spring issue of Keeping Tabs is here! 🌸 Inside: valuable guidance from members of the bench, insights on being a courageous young advocate, health and wellness strategies, a lens on specialized practice, and a timely interview with a trade lawyer. Read it here: buff.ly/fodmRo3

Ontario civil litigators, tell TAS what you think about the proposals to overhaul Ontario’s Rules of Civil Procedure by filling out our member survey: buff.ly/mMBVVWJ. The deadline for response has been extended to May 20.

Nominate an extraordinary advocate for the 2025 Catzman Award for Professionalism & Civility. This prestigious Award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exemplary knowledge of the law, civility and a commitment to mentorship. Deadline: May 26, 2025. Learn more here: buff.ly/sHsAIiY

Only at Spring! ACTL's 1st African American President, Richard H. Deane is a trailblazing litigator whose career embodies the highest standards of trial advocacy, ethics & professionalism while advancing diversity in the profession. Hear from this legal innovator on May 23. buff.ly/cijpD00

FYI Ontario securities litigators – Ontario’s Capital Markets Tribunal has announced revisions to its Guide to Capital Markets Tribunal Proceedings: ow.ly/8nur50VQcJu

TAS supports the LSO’s proposal to implement a mandatory Indigenous cultural training course for practising lawyers in Ontario, in response to TRC Call to Action 27. Read TAS’s submission to the LSO here: buff.ly/NjN9DFJ

Ontario civil litigators, tell TAS what you think about the proposals to overhaul Ontario’s Rules of Civil Procedure by filling out our member survey: buff.ly/mMBVVWJ. The deadline for response has been extended to May 20.

Ontario Central South Region advocates: Read the latest Notice to the Profession from the Superior Court of Justice on the required use of Case Center for civil and family cases: bit.ly/43cngAm

Ontario civil litigators, take a deeper dive into the proposed reform of Ontario’s Rules of Civil Procedure at the Law Society of Ontario’s program on May 12. Registration is free. In-person and virtual attendance options are available: buff.ly/WFz5u2i