Information provided on Emond's website:

The second edition of Temporary Entry into the Canadian Labour Market offers a practical overview of the pathways available to foreign nationals seeking temporary entry into the Canadian labour market.

Readers will gain a cohesive understanding of work permit categories and requirements, including how a temporary resident may transition to permanent resident status and how the concept of dual intention applies. The text covers the full process, from applications for work authorization to employer compliance and inspections, while addressing key practical questions such as whether someone needs a work permit, how to obtain one, and the responsibilities of both the employer and the recipient.

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 up to a two week 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/NCA candidates.

On April 9, 2026, the Court of Appeal, in partnership with the Ministry of the Attorney General, has launched the Ontario Court of Appeal Public Portal.

Unless the Court directs otherwise, parties must file electronic materials through the portal. The Court’s previous email address for filing electronic materials is no longer active and parties cannot use it to submit material to the Court.

The portal can also be used by the public and media to search and view information, including accessing Zoom webinar hearing links. For the time being, this search feature is available for civil cases filed on or after August 22, 2022. It is not yet available for criminal or family law cases.

The Court’s practice directions have been amended accordingly.

You can join their portal mailing list to be notified by email of upcoming training sessions and further announcements.

Check out these updated resources at the library:

PLA Members can sign these books out of the library for 2 weeks.

Check out our new books list here: https://www.plalawyers.ca/new-books

The Ontario Court of Justice is beginning a pilot project that allows parties to use an “Expanded Surety Declaration” (instead of the existing Form 12 Surety Declaration). The Expanded Surety Declaration sets out more detailed information for the Court about a proposed surety and is aimed at reducing parties’ reliance on viva voce evidence from proposed sureties in bail hearings. The Expanded Surety Declaration Pilot Project Protocol is being launched in 10 locations across the province, including Brampton.

The use of the Expanded Surety Declaration is optional. It is not a mandatory form in any pilot location.

For more information, see the Expanded Surety Declaration Pilot Project Protocol.

Check out these updated resources at the library:

PLA Members can sign these books out of the library for 2 weeks.

Check out our new books list here: https://www.plalawyers.ca/new-books

The PLA Library will be closing early on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 3:00 PM for our Annual General Meeting.

If you need to use a research computer or do some printing, you are welcome to use the computer in the Liminal Lounge

If you need to return a book, please use the yellow book return bin located in the PLA lobby, next to the intercom button.

We will return to our regular business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 10, 2026.

Check out these updated and new resources at the library:

PLA Members can sign these books out of the library for 2 weeks.

Check out our new books list here: https://www.plalawyers.ca/new-books

The PLA Library will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, and Monday, April 6, 2026, for Good Friday and Easter Monday.

We will return to our regular business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

The PLA wishes a Happy Easter and a Happy Passover to all who are celebrating this weekend.

We hope everybody has a safe and enjoyable long weekend!

The Court has issued a new practice direction governing bail hearings in the Ontario Court of Justice, which will come into effect June 1, 2026. The Practice Direction sets out the Court’s expectations for bail proceedings, and in particular addresses: filing materials, time targets for hearings, and identification of complex bail matters. For more information, please see Ontario Court of Justice Practice Direction Regarding Bail Hearings.

Check out these updated and new resources at the library:

PLA Members can sign these books out of the library for 2 weeks.

Check out our new books list here: https://www.plalawyers.ca/new-books