Cocktail conference
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 / 18 p.m. to 21 p.m.Join the Canadian Club of Toronto on November 20 for a cocktail reception and panel discussion on access to French-language services and linguistic equality in Ontario . This panel, moderated by Nadia Effendi , will bring together legal experts to explore the challenges and solutions related to language rights. A networking reception will follow the presentation, providing an opportunity to connect with the speakers.
Vantages venues
Saint Andrew's Lounge, 27th floor
150 King St W, Toronto, ON M5H 1J9
On November 20, 2024 , the Canadian Club of Toronto invites you to a cocktail reception and conference on the theme: “Access to French-Language Services: Linguistic Equality Before the Law, Challenges and Solutions.” This event, which will bring together legal experts, will focus on the challenges of accessing French-language services in Ontario and on solutions to promote linguistic equality.
The panel will be composed of prominent professionals, including:
– Isabelle Hardy
– The Honourable Judge Julie Thorburn
– Nicolas M. Rouleau
And Nadia Effendi will be the moderator of the panel.
This networking event will be the perfect opportunity to explore the current challenges facing the Francophone community in accessing legal services , while discussing potential solutions to improve the situation. Don't miss this chance to meet influential figures in the legal field, expand your knowledge, and participate in a constructive exchange on a crucial issue for Ontario's Francophone community.
The Canadian Club of Toronto is honoured to welcome Michelle O'Bonsawin , Supreme Court of Canada Justice and recipient of the prestigious RelèveON Stéphane Teasdale Tribute Award , to our cocktail reception and conference. An accomplished jurist and human rights advocate, she will bring unique perspectives to our discussion on access to French-language services and linguistic equality in Ontario . Don't miss this opportunity to hear from an influential voice in the Canadian legal field!
A networking cocktail will follow the conference to allow for informal discussions with speakers and participants.
📅 Date: November 20, 2024
🕒 Time: 18pm – 21pm
📍Location: Vantages Venues, 27th floor, 150 King St W, Toronto, ON M5H 1J9
Event sponsor
Ambassador sponsor
Panelists
The Honourable Judge Julie Thorburn
Judge of the Ontario Court of Appeal
Isabelle Hardy
Lawyer at the Office of the Commissioner of Official Languages
Nicolas M. Rouleau
Expert in constitutional litigation and appeals at NMR
Moderator
Nadia Effendi
Partner, Commercial and Public Law Litigation at BLG
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With the participation of the Government of Canada
Ambassador sponsor
Annual sponsors
Official media partners and founders
Economic and social partners
