Peel Law Association - Latest News
Library Closing Early on Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Posted by Peel Law Association
on 10 October 2023
NOTICE OF CLOSURE
The PLA Library will be closing early on
Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at 4:00 PM
as staff will be hosting a continuing professional development program.
Kindly note that staff will not be available to provide access to PLA Facilities.
If you need to return a book to the Library, you may do so using the book return box located by the intercom button.
The PLA Library will return to our regular business hours of 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM on Thursday, October 12, 2023.
| Posted in:Library ClosureNews and Updates |
Three Weeks Away | Let's Talk About Death...of a Business Owner
Posted by Peel Law Association
on 10 October 2023
If you are having trouble viewing the image above, please click here for the .PDF version of the flyer.
Registration closes at 12:00 PM on November 1, 2023.
| Posted in:PLA CPDsNews and Updates |
Library Closure - October 9, 2023 (Thanksgiving Day)
Posted by Peel Law Association
on 6 October 2023
NOTICE OF CLOSURE
The PLA Library will be closed on Monday, October 9, 2023, for Thanksgiving Day.
The PLA Library will return to our regular business hours of 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.
We hope you all have a safe and enjoyable long weekend.
| Posted in:Library ClosureNews and Updates |
Book Spotlight - Canadian Immigration and Refugee Law: A Practitioner's Handbook, 4th Edition
Posted by Peel Law Association
on 5 October 2023
Information provided on Emond's website:
Designed to keep practitioners up to date with the continual reforms to Canada’s immigration, refugee, and citizenship systems, this all-in-one resource explains key principles and processes, from eligibility criteria to decision-making. Procedures, practices, and legislation are contextualized through current events, program descriptions, legislative and policy references, and practical tips.
Updated to include recent case law and legislative amendments, the fourth edition discusses new permanent residency streams, IRCC entry and exit tracking, online application systems, and more. This edition also features new figures and updated sample documents, including a citizenship certificate.
Features
- Coverage of new permanent residency streams.
- An understanding of the new NOC TEER 2021.
- Details pertaining to the online Citizenship application process.
- Practical guidance on how to prepare yourself and your client for a refugee hearing.
- All-in-one resource that absolves the need to reference MI’s, the PDI’s, and OM’s.
- Plain, easy to understand language.
For more information about this resource, click here.
This item is available to PLA Members in good standing for sign-out. PLA Members can sign-out up to three items for overnight use for a seven day period. Overdue charges may be applicable to items that are not returned by their due date.
Not a member, but looking to become one? Please follow the link for the Membership Form and Fees. You may also contact the PLA Library Staff by email, and they will be happy to assist you. It only takes moments to join, and the PLA Library Staff can process memberships on the spot. Once payment is received, you can take advantage of all your PLA Membership Benefits, including discounts on CPD programs and social events.
As a friendly reminder, the Peel Law Association Library, Lawyers' Lounge and related services are open to all lawyers who are in good standing with the LSO, articling students, and LPP candidates.
| Posted in:Book SpotlightLibrary ServicesMembershipMember Benefits |
Opening of the Courts (September 28, 2023)
Posted by Peel Law Association
on 4 October 2023
The Annual Opening of the Courts took place on September 28, 2023.
Click here to read the opening remarks made by the Honourable Geoffrey B. Morawetz, Chief Justice of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice.
| Posted in:News and Updates |
