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  • 30 Mar 2026 9:29 AM | Anonymous


    Please see below for two practice directions posted on the Ontario Court of Justice website, which are effective as of today, March 30, 2026.

    Provincial Offences Act Judicial Pre-trial Practice Direction
    This direction provides guidance to all participants to facilitate effective use of judicial pre-trials and ultimately to ensure matters proceed efficiently to trial and trial time is used effectively.

    Jordan-Compliant Scheduling in Provincial Offences Act Matters
    This direction provides guidance to ensure matters are scheduled within the timelines required by the Supreme Court of Canada in R. v. Jordan. This replaces the previous scheduling direction (last updated in 2022).


  • 27 Mar 2026 10:23 AM | Anonymous


    The Ontario Court of Appeal posted a Notice to the Profession and Public: Court Expectations on Single Judge Motions on March 16, 2026.

    The Criminal (Section 7.2) and Civil (Section 7.1) Practice Directions have been amended accordingly.


  • 27 Mar 2026 9:45 AM | Anonymous


    Check out this new resource from Irwin Law, an imprint of the University of Toronto Press!


    Information provided on the University of Toronto Press' website:

    Wigmore on Carbon Monoxide offers a compelling exploration of the history and medicolegal aspects of carbon monoxide, humanity’s ancient and silent killer. Odourless, non-irritating, and invisible, carbon monoxide (CO) has haunted human civilization since the discovery of fire. For centuries, unexplained nighttime deaths were attributed to witchcraft or demons, rather than the insidious effects of poor ventilation and combustion.

    Despite advances in technology, CO poisoning remains a persistent threat today, arising from water heaters, gas stoves, charcoal barbecues, Zambonis, camp stoves, tent heaters, diesel generators, and power washers. Wigmore on Carbon Monoxide provides a comprehensive, well-organized, and thought-provoking examination of this deadly gas, tracing its impact on humans from antiquity to the present. Backed by over 600 studies, long-time forensic toxicologist James G. Wigmore presents complex information in an easily understandable manner for professionals such as lawyers, judges, scientists, coroners, unexplained death investigators, police officers, and students.


    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.


  • 26 Mar 2026 1:48 PM | Anonymous


    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



  • 6 Mar 2026 10:21 AM | Anonymous


    Check out this new edition from Emond!


    Information provided on the Emond's website:

    Legal Research: Step by Step offers essential guidance for mastering and applying legal research skills. It covers key topics such as identifying legal issues, analyzing a fact situation, and navigating primary and secondary research resources.

    The sixth edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect current statutes, online resources, and McGill legal citation. It also features expanded discussion of online research sources while providing a balanced representation to Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.


    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.


  • 3 Mar 2026 4:04 PM | Anonymous


    Check out this updated edition and new title from LexisNexis Canada:


    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



  • 27 Feb 2026 1:00 PM | Anonymous


    Check out these new titles and updated editions that have been added to our library collection:


    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



  • 23 Feb 2026 3:34 PM | Anonymous


    Check out these new titles and updated editions that have been added to our library collection:


    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



  • 20 Feb 2026 12:28 PM | Anonymous


    Check out this new title from LexisNexis Canada!


    Information provided on the LexisNexis' website:

    Arbitration Law: Statutes, Cases, and Commentary by Tamar Meshel offers a comprehensive overview of arbitration law in Canada, including up-to-date legislation and relevant case law. The book caters to those who are unfamiliar with arbitration and seek a basic introduction to the field, as well as to those experienced with arbitration law who seek to obtain a deeper understanding of how arbitration operates in other fields or in other Canadian jurisdictions.


    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.


  • 18 Feb 2026 3:52 PM | Anonymous


    Check out these new titles and updated editions that have been added to our library collection:


    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



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