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John Borrows receives Law Foundation of Ontario Award

Tuesday, August 6, 2024

John Borrows

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John Borrows, professor and inaugural Loveland Chair in Indigenous Law, has received the Guthrie Award from the Law Foundation of Ontario, the Foundation’s signature award.

The Hon. Robert K. Rae (LLB 1977) elected president of UN’s Economic and Social Council

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

On July 25, 2024, Global Affairs Canada announced The Hon. Robert ("Bob") K. Rae (LLB 1977), Canada’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN, has been elected president of the UN’s Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) for a one-year term.

As one of the UN’s six main bodies, ECOSOC is responsible for coordinating the work of the UN international development system. It serves as the central forum for engaging with civil society, advancing work on international economic and social issues and formulating policy recommendations.

Justice Renee M. Pomerance (LLB 1987) appointed Judge of the Court of Appeal for Ontario

Friday, July 26, 2024

On July 24, 2024, the Hon. Arif Virani (LLB 1998), Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced the appointment of U of T Law graduate, Justice Renee M. Pomerance (LLB 1987) to Judge of the Court of Appeal for Ontario in Toronto.

Justice Renee M. Pomerance received a Bachelor of Science in 1984 and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) in 1987 from the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. She was admitted to the Bar of Ontario in 1989.

Robert Leckey (SJD 2006) receives CBA's Hero Award

Friday, July 19, 2024

Dr. Robert Leckey

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On July 16, U of T Law graduate Dr. Robert Leckey (SJD 2006) received the 2024 Hero Award presented by the Sexual and Gender Diversity Alliance Section (SAGDA) of the Canadian Bar Association (CBA). 

In Memoriam: Richard “Dick” Gathercole (LLB 1965)

Monday, July 15, 2024

Dick Gathercole

It is with immense sadness that the Faculty of Law announces the passing of alumnus Richard “Dick” Gathercole (LLB 1965).

2024 R. Douglas Elliott Fellow: Katie Bray Kingissepp

Monday, July 15, 2024

Established by the LGBT Purge Fund in 2021 and named in honour of renowned Faculty of Law alumnus R. Douglas Elliott (LLB 1982), the R.

Mary Birdsell named Asper Centre’s 2024 Constitutional Litigator-in-Residence

Friday, July 12, 2024

Starting this fall, Mary Birdsell will be joining the David Asper Centre for Constitutional Rights as the 2024 Constitutional Litigator-in-Residence.

Mary is the Executive Director and Lawyer of Director of Justice for Children and Youth (JFCY).

Call for Nominations: 2024 Alumni Awards

Friday, July 12, 2024

The nomination period for the Distinguished Alumni Award and the Ann Wilson and Robert Prichard Award for Community and Professional Service are now open!

The Distinguished Alumni Award has been presented every other year since 1982 by the Faculty of Law to a graduate in recognition of their extraordinary leadership and lifelong commitment to the community.

Looking for summer reading recommendations? Check out the U of T Law Summer Reading List!

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Summer is the perfect time to relax, unwind, and dive into some captivating books. Whether you're lounging by the pool, enjoying a staycation, or simply looking to read something new, our summer reading list has got you covered.

From historical fictions such as the Jane Austen Society by U of T Law alumnae Natalie Jenner (LLB 1993), to the captivating biography of The Honourable Frank Iacobucci, there is something for everyone. 

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