Canada’s leading constitutional scholars and practitioners will give
you practical and thoughtful analysis of:

  • Noteworthy 2009 Supreme Court of Canada constitutional decisions and their implications
  • Key developments under section 2’s fundamental freedoms
  • Federalism and the upcoming securities reference
  • Legal rights and the remedial consequences of Charter violations
  • Upcoming rulings of importance

Plus! Breakout sessions on Freedom of the Press and the Rights of the Media, Freedom of Expression and Association as well as Developments on Legal
Rights, Criminal Justice and Federalism

Constitutional Cases brings together the most respected constitutional scholars, top constitutional law practitioners and experts for an insightful and practical analysis of the Supreme Court of Canada’s significant constitutional judgments of the past year. Combining plenary sessions, with opportunities to attend breakout sessions on topics of your choice, this conference gives you a unique opportunity to get thoroughly up-to-date on the developments that will resonate through all levels of Canadian courts.


Whether you’re in government, private practice, or academia, it is imperative that
you have a solid grasp on what the Supreme Court said in 2009 and how it will impact future cases. You cannot afford to miss this must-attend event that sells out well in advance every year.

Special Keynote Speaker
Rebecca Snyder, Deputy Director
Navy-Marine Corps Appellate Defense Division

Conference Chairs

Patrick J. Monahan, Vice-President Academic and Provost, York University
Jamie Cameron, Professor, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University
Bruce B. Ryder, Assistant Dean First Year, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University

OPD Program Lawyer
Heather Gore
hgore@osgoode.yorku.ca