About the Event
Osgoode’s Internationally Trained Lawyers Day (OITLD) on Thursday, May 31, 2018 will showcase the strength of internationally-trained talent in Toronto.
This is a unique opportunity for a diverse array of lawyers and law graduates from different countries, who may otherwise be going through the process of accreditation or licensing alone, to meet others and to build upon their own networks.
It also provides an opportunity for former students, new students, and prospective students to network with supportive and experienced members of the legal profession.
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Sessions for Internationally Trained Lawyers and Law Graduates
Benefit from informative sessions that go through the accreditation, licensing and recruitment processes.
This year’s event will focus on strength through personal and professional wellness. Engage in facilitated discussions on career building and identifying/capitalizing on your own unique strengths.
REGISTRATION FEE
Afternoon Sessions: $25 plus HST (non-refundable)
Afternoon Sessions and Evening Reception: $35 plus HST (non-refundable)
Evening Reception
Join members of the legal and professional community in the evening to meet, network and exchange ideas.
This year’s keynote speaker will be Hadiya Roderique, Lawyer, Journalist, and Ph.D. Candidate, Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto. She will explore the strengths of diverse teams and retaining diverse talent.
 | This event contains 0.5 EDI Professionalism Hours. |
REGISTRATION FEE
Evening Reception: $15 plus HST (non-refundable)
Afternoon Sessions and Evening Reception: $35 plus HST (non-refundable)
+ Agenda
| Full Agenda* | |
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| 12:30 In front of Moot Court Rm 1005/1006 |
Registration Opens |
| 1:00 Moot Court, Rm 1005/1006 |
Opening remarks |
| 1:15 Moot Court, Rm 1005/1006Rm 1003
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The NCA Accreditation Process: Hear from an NCA representative
Malcolm M. Mercer, Partner, General Counsel, McCarthy Tétrault OR Finding your Strengths: How to define your value as an internationally-trained candidate in the search for your next legal position Dali Cela, Job Search Advisor, York University |
| 2:15 Moot Court, Rm 1005/1006 |
Law Society of Ontario: Licensing Process Update
Ken Osborne, Manager, Licensing and Accreditation |
| 3:15 Gowlings Atrium |
Break |
| 3:30 Moot Court, Rm 1005/1006 |
Law Practice Program – Informational Session and Updates
André Bacchus, Assistant Director, LPP Work Placement Office, Ryerson University |
| 4:15 Moot Court, Rm 1005/1006 |
Wellness strategies for success in the NCA, Licensing, and Legal Job Market
Iva Keighley, Student Success & Wellness Counsellor, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University |
| 4:45 Gowlings Atrium |
Break |
| 5:00 Moot Court, Rm 1005/1006 |
Career Paths for Internationally Trained Talent: Hear from a panel comprised of various employers and alumni.
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| 6:00 – 6:30 Moot Court, Rm 1005/1006 |
Keynote: Hadiya Roderique, Lawyer, Journalist, and Ph.D. Candidate, Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto“The Strengths of Diverse Teams and Retaining Diverse Talent” This event contains 0.5 EDI Professionalism Hours. |
| 6:30 – 8:00 Helliwell Centre, Rm 1014 |
Networking Reception
The evening networking reception will bring together the panel participants and members of the profession for a networking event and celebration of diverse international talent. Light appetizers and refreshments served. |
Sponsors
Sponsoring OITLD provides an exceptional opportunity to strengthen and increase your company’s visibility and profile with a strategically targeted group of leading professionals, who are prospective customers for your products and/or services.
Interested in sponsoring? Download the 2018 Sponsorship Package to find out more.
Past Sponsors Include
Venue Details
Location
Osgoode Hall Law School
Ignat Kaneff Building, York University
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, ON Canada
M3J 1P3
Directions
TRANSIT
TTC subway access now available to York University station. Find out more about your transit options.
DRIVING
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PARKING
The closest visitor parking garage to Osgoode Hall Law School is Arboretum Lane Parking Garage (ARB) at 22 Arboretum Lane.
PARKING FEES
Cost (maximum): $2.50/half-hour ($20.00 max), Lost Ticket $20.00
Weekday Evenings: $2.50/half-hour ($8.00 max after 6:00 p.m.)
*Speakers will be updated as they are confirmed. Agenda and speakers are subject to change without notice.
All tickets are final sale – no refund is available for this event.
