Designed as a deeper learning experience for all professionals, certificates are intensive, practice-based programs taught by faculty with real-world experience.
Labour Law
Program Director
John D.R. Craig
Mathews, Dinsdale & Clark LLP and Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law, Western University
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Labour Law is complex and highly technical. For the inexperienced, it can be daunting, and mistakes may have long-term implications. Whether you are an employer, employee or an advisor, it is imperative that you are able to see the big picture.
Celebrating its 13th anniversary, the Osgoode Certificate in Labour Law is an unrivalled resource for navigating this complex and challenging field – don’t miss your chance to hear from the experts from management, union and government as they address the most pressing workplace issues.
Under the guidance of our distinguished faculty, who are prominent speakers representing all perspectives, all key areas are covered in this wide-ranging and comprehensive curriculum. You will get insights, strategies and tactics to enable you to respond effectively to the problems that come across your desk.
Can’t make the date? Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.
What You’ll Learn
Overview of the statutory and regulatory regimes, including union organizing and applications for certification
Understanding collective bargaining models, rights and public vs. private sector bargaining
How to protect rights and resolve conflicts in grievance arbitration
Restructuring unionized environments
Tools and strategies for conducting workplace investigations
The law of industrial conflict, including lock-outs and back-to-work legislation
Obligations and strategies for protecting privacy in the workplace
The fallout and after-effects of COVID-19 on the workplace
Raeme Sul
Human Resources Manager, CJ Graphics Inc
“It was a great learning experience, and every presenter shared the knowledge they acquired over many years. All the presenters were great at answering our detailed questions during sessions.”
Who Should Attend
VPs, Directors and Managers of Labour Relations
VPs, Directors and Managers of Human Resources
Union Presidents, Officials, Business Agents, Stewards and Committee Members
In-House Counsel
Labour lawyers in private practice (including employment lawyers with involvement in unionized workplaces)
Labour Relations Consultants
Mediators, Arbitrators and Conciliators
Government Representatives
Faculty
Program Director
John D.R. Craig
Mathews, Dinsdale & Clark LLP and Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law, Western University
Advisory Board
Diane Gee
Labour and Employment Arbitrator and Mediator
Donald B. Jarvis
Filion Wakely Thorup Angeletti LLP
Brian G. Johnston Q.C.
Stewart McKelvey (Halifax, N.S.)
Caroline (Nini) V. Jones
Paliare Roland Rosenberg Rothstein LLP
Instructors
Keith P. Burkhardt
Sherrard Kuzz LLP
John D.R. Craig
Mathews, Dinsdale & Clark LLP and Assistant Professor, Faculty of Law, Western University
Henry Y. Dinsdale
Hicks Morley Hamilton Stewart Storie LLP
Donald K. Eady
Paliare Roland Rosenberg Rothstein LLP
Katherine Ferreira
Koskie Minsky LLP
Sundeep A. Gokhale
Sherrard Kuzz LLP
Dr. Rafael Gomez
Associate Professor, Employment Relations, Centre of Industrial Relations and Human Resources, University of Toronto
Anne M. Gregory
Counsel, Manitoba Nurses Union
Aminah Hanif
Cavalluzzo LLP
Donald B. Jarvis
Filion Wakely Thorup Angeletti LLP
Kiran Kang
Associate, Goldblatt Partners LLP
Michael J. Kennedy
Hicks Morley Hamilton Stewart Storie LLP
Mathias Link
Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
Madeleine L.S. Loewenberg
Loewenberg Psarris Workplace Law LLP
Jacqueline J. Luksha
Hicks Morley Hamilton Stewart Storie LLP
Jodi Martin
Paliare Roland Rosenberg Rothstein LLP
Brendan McCutchen
Wright Henry LLP
John Monger
Paliare Roland Rosenberg Rothstein LLP
Joseph K. Morrison
Mathews, Dinsdale & Clark LLP
Julia M. Nanos
Hicks Morley Hamilton Stewart Storie LLP
Christopher Pigott
Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
Michael S. Richards
DLA Piper (Canada) LLP
Natasha Savoline
Bernardi Human Resource Law LLP
Rhonda Shirreff
Shirreff Workplace Law Solutions
Krista Siedlak
Turnpenney Milne LLP
Agenda
View the 2023 program brochure and agenda. A new detailed brochure and agenda will be available soon.
Substitution of registrants is permitted at any time. If you are unable to find a substitute, a full refund is available if a cancellation request is received in writing 21 days prior to the program date. If a cancellation request is made with less than 21 days notice, a $150.00 administration fee will apply. No other refund is available.
We will make every effort to present the program as advertised, but it may be necessary to change the date, location, speakers or content with little or no notice. In the event of program cancellation, York University’s and Osgoode Hall Law School’s liability is limited to reimbursement of paid fees.
As law evolves, we know how important it is to stay up to date. We also understand the financial implications of continuously upgrading your professional skills and knowledge. For more information on available options, including Job Grants, OSAP, please visit:
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Eric Maxemuck
Health, Safety & Environmental Manager, Archer Daniels Midland Company
“This is a very well-presented program which not only provides a high- level overview of labour law fundamentals but also allows you to interact with expert professionals who “live” in this sector. I recommend the program to anyone who deals with labour challenges on a daily basis. A big thank you to John Craig and all of the wonderful speakers over the weeks, a fantastic job. I look forward to future Osgoode programs.”
Certificate Requirements
To receive an Osgoode Certificate, you must complete all program modules, and successfully complete an online assessment within 30 days of the last module.
CPD and Accreditation
OsgoodePD is an accredited provider with the LSO, the Law Society of BC and NY CLE Board. Select your location to view the eligible hours you may claim.
Are you a law graduate or an executive/senior professional with at least 5 years of specialized experience? Consider a full-time or part-time LLM degree.
Labour Relations and Employment Law
Students typically complete the LLM in two years (6 terms).
Do you have an LLB/JD? Consider taking a single LLM course for deeper learning in a specific area of practice – all credits will apply towards a Professional LLM.
Frequently Asked Questions
Once a program reaches capacity, a waitlist will be created. This does not guarantee your registration in the program; however, it places you on a priority contact list. If any spots become available, you may be notified by email or phone to confirm if you would like to proceed with the registration. Once contacted, you will typically be given 24 hours to confirm your interest. If you do not confirm interest within the provided timeframe, you will be removed from the waitlist and the next person will be contacted.
A selection of our Certificates are eligible for OSAP funding.
Please note the following exceptions that may affect OSAP funding eligibility for our certificates:
Students receiving Second Career funding for a micro-credential during their study period are ineligible;
Although grants will not be converted to loans, a grant may become repayable if a student withdraws, is determined to be overpaid in grant funding, or income cannot be verified within one year;
A student cannot receive OSAP for micro-credential assistance for their study period if it overlaps with another micro-credential study period in which they are concurrently receiving OSAP for micro-credential funding. However, students may overlap their micro-credential study period with a study period that is part of a different full- or part-time program that they are concurrently receiving funding for through Full-Time OSAP or Part-Time OSAP, provided that OSAP funding was not assessed for the micro-credential course(s) through a Full-Time or Part-Time OSAP application.
NOTE: In order to obtain access to the program, full payment is required at least 1 business day prior to the first module of the program.
Job Grants
The Canada-Ontario Job grant may be applicable to employers seeking to train their staff. To find out if your organization is eligible for the grant and the program you wish to enrol in qualifies, visit: The MTCU Canada-Ontario Job Grant page
Many of our programs include 120-day unlimited, online access to view the recorded program. See the program page or brochure to find out if the program you’re interested in includes this access. If you need more time to view the content, or have questions about the access, please email: OPDSupport@osgoode.yorku.ca.
Our programs are typically offered once annually, around the same time each year; however, there are a few exceptions where certain programs are offered multiple times throughout the year (i.e. The Certificate in Adjudication). To receive updates on all our new and upcoming program offerings, please click here to subscribe to our email list.
If the program includes access to the recording, you will have unlimited online access to the recorded content for 120-days from the end date of the program.
Access is only for the registered delegate. In the event of misuse, access can be revoked.
CPD hours for each program can be found on the program web page and program brochure. For questions regarding CPD hours, please email cpd@osgoode.yorku.ca
A limited amount of financial assistance is available for OsgoodePD Programs unless specific bursary information appears on the program page/program brochure. Head to our Financial Assistance page for more information.
Yes. We do offer group rates on our programs. Please visit our group rate page for more information. Some exceptions apply, and rates are subject to change.
Our Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs, ranging from one-hour briefings to more intensive certificate programs, are for all professionals. There are no general prerequisites for these programs; however, individual programs often have specific requirements to register. These are noted on individual program pages and .pdf brochures.
