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Frequently Asked Questions - General
WHERE IS OBA LOCATED?
OBA is located at 20 Toronto Street, two blocks east of Yonge on the North Side of King, in between Adelaide and King Streets. Closest subway is King. We are located on the second floor. Please click here to view the map.
OBA is located at 20 Toronto Street, two blocks east of Yonge on the North Side of King, in between Adelaide and King Streets. Closest subway is King. We are located on the second floor. Please click here to view the map.
WHERE DO I CHECK IN AT THE PROGRAM?
Unless otherwise indicated, our programs take place in Toronto at the OBA Conference Centre. Our seminar rooms are located on the second floor of the building and a registration desk will be set up in advance of the program. You may check in up to one hour prior to the program.
Unless otherwise indicated, our programs take place in Toronto at the OBA Conference Centre. Our seminar rooms are located on the second floor of the building and a registration desk will be set up in advance of the program. You may check in up to one hour prior to the program.
IS THERE WHEELCHAIR ACCESS?
Yes, through the Counsel Court Building on Adelaide Street East, between Victoria and Toronto Streets.
Yes, through the Counsel Court Building on Adelaide Street East, between Victoria and Toronto Streets.
ARE COURSE MATERIALS INCLUDED IN THE CLE PROGRAM REGISTRATION FEE?
Yes. The registration fee for all CLE programs includes course materials. Materials are distributed during program registration.
Yes. The registration fee for all CLE programs includes course materials. Materials are distributed during program registration.
WHAT ARE THE OBA FEE CATEGORIES?
Member: A member in good standing of the Canadian Bar Association
Student Member: Law Student, Articling and Bar Admission Candidate who is a member in good standing of the Canadian Bar Association
Non-member
Member: A member in good standing of the Canadian Bar Association
Student Member: Law Student, Articling and Bar Admission Candidate who is a member in good standing of the Canadian Bar Association
Non-member
HOW DO I REGISTER FOR A PROGRAM?
We offer several convenient registration options:
· Register online on this secure site if paying by credit card. We accept Visa and MasterCard.
· Mail your registration to:
Ontario Bar Association
20 Toronto Street, Suite 300
Toronto, Ontario M5C 2B8
Please make cheques payable to Ontario Bar Association or you may pay by credit card.
· Fax your registration to (416) 642-0424
· Phone in your registration information to (416) 869-1047 or toll-free in Ontario 1-800-668-8900.
Registrations for both CLE and Section programs must be prepaid.
Credit card number MUST accompany all faxed registrations.
Walk-in registrations will be accommodated ONLY IF ACCOMPANIED BY CREDIT CARD OR CHEQUE.
Seating and meal preference, if applicable, will be given to pre-paid registrants.
While the necessity rarely arises, OBA reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses, refuse admission, or change speakers, location or content at any time and without prior notice.
We offer several convenient registration options:
· Register online on this secure site if paying by credit card. We accept Visa and MasterCard.
· Mail your registration to:
Ontario Bar Association
20 Toronto Street, Suite 300
Toronto, Ontario M5C 2B8
Please make cheques payable to Ontario Bar Association or you may pay by credit card.
· Fax your registration to (416) 642-0424
· Phone in your registration information to (416) 869-1047 or toll-free in Ontario 1-800-668-8900.
Registrations for both CLE and Section programs must be prepaid.
Credit card number MUST accompany all faxed registrations.
Walk-in registrations will be accommodated ONLY IF ACCOMPANIED BY CREDIT CARD OR CHEQUE.
Seating and meal preference, if applicable, will be given to pre-paid registrants.
While the necessity rarely arises, OBA reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses, refuse admission, or change speakers, location or content at any time and without prior notice.
DOES OBA HAVE A FINANCIAL HARDSHIP POLICY?
The OBA Bursary program provides registration at reduced prices to OBA members in good standing. Members who qualify and wish to participate in the OBA Bursary program are required to submit a fully completed application to OBA reservation staff. Applicants should indicate their year of call and that their pre-tax income is less than the pre-tax threshold of $35,000.
For more information please contact Cindy Ng (416) 869-1047 or toll free 1-800-668-8900, ext. 407. Please click here for the bursary form.
The OBA Bursary program provides registration at reduced prices to OBA members in good standing. Members who qualify and wish to participate in the OBA Bursary program are required to submit a fully completed application to OBA reservation staff. Applicants should indicate their year of call and that their pre-tax income is less than the pre-tax threshold of $35,000.
For more information please contact Cindy Ng (416) 869-1047 or toll free 1-800-668-8900, ext. 407. Please click here for the bursary form.
DOES OBA OFFER GROUP DISCOUNTS?
Please contact Cindy Ng, Senior CLE Coordinator, at (416) 869-1047 or toll free1-800-668-8900, ext. 407. E-mail cng@oba.org.
Please contact Cindy Ng, Senior CLE Coordinator, at (416) 869-1047 or toll free1-800-668-8900, ext. 407. E-mail cng@oba.org.
DOES OBA OFFER TUITION RECEIPTS FOR GOVERNMENT LAWYERS?
Yes, the Ontario Bar Association is certified as an Educational Institution, allowing us to issue tuition receipts for CLE registration fees (exclusive of meal and publication costs) to salaried lawyers who cannot claim fees as a business expense. This tax credit is particularly advantageous to government lawyers.
Yes, the Ontario Bar Association is certified as an Educational Institution, allowing us to issue tuition receipts for CLE registration fees (exclusive of meal and publication costs) to salaried lawyers who cannot claim fees as a business expense. This tax credit is particularly advantageous to government lawyers.
WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL MY REGISTRATION?
Notification must be in writing. CLE program cancellations will be accepted until five business days prior to the program, subject to a $50 (plus GST) cancellation fee. Section program cancellations will be accepted until two business days prior to the program, subject to a $10 (plus GST) cancellation fee. No refunds will be made if notification is received after this time, and any unpaid registrations will be invoiced for the full amount owing, whether or not you attend.
Notification must be in writing. CLE program cancellations will be accepted until five business days prior to the program, subject to a $50 (plus GST) cancellation fee. Section program cancellations will be accepted until two business days prior to the program, subject to a $10 (plus GST) cancellation fee. No refunds will be made if notification is received after this time, and any unpaid registrations will be invoiced for the full amount owing, whether or not you attend.
MAY I SEND SOMEONE AS A SUBSTITUTE IF I CANNOT ATTEND?
Yes, if you cannot attend on the day of the program, you may send a delegate of the same OBA membership category in your place. If the delegate is NOT an OBA member, s/he will be required to pay the difference in fee.
Yes, if you cannot attend on the day of the program, you may send a delegate of the same OBA membership category in your place. If the delegate is NOT an OBA member, s/he will be required to pay the difference in fee.
REGISTRATION, REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY
Registrations must be prepaid. Registrations will be accepted by FAX at (416) 642-0424 and at the Ontario Bar Association address shown on this registration form. A credit card number must accompany all faxed registrations. Walk-in registrations will be accommodated only if accompanied by credit card or cheque. Seating and meal preference, if applicable, will be given to pre-paid registrants. Course fee is refundable (less $50.00 plus $3.00 GST) for each program only if notice is received in writing five business days before the course. No refunds will be made if notification is received after the cancellation date. Please note that an OBA Member in the same category may attend in your place. If the delegate is not in the same membership category, s/he will be required to pay the difference in fee. OBA reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses, refuse admission, or change speakers, location or content at any time and without prior notice. Visit our website www.oba.org & www.softconference.com/oba for further information and to register online. The OBA GST registration # is R100760495.
Registrations must be prepaid. Registrations will be accepted by FAX at (416) 642-0424 and at the Ontario Bar Association address shown on this registration form. A credit card number must accompany all faxed registrations. Walk-in registrations will be accommodated only if accompanied by credit card or cheque. Seating and meal preference, if applicable, will be given to pre-paid registrants. Course fee is refundable (less $50.00 plus $3.00 GST) for each program only if notice is received in writing five business days before the course. No refunds will be made if notification is received after the cancellation date. Please note that an OBA Member in the same category may attend in your place. If the delegate is not in the same membership category, s/he will be required to pay the difference in fee. OBA reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses, refuse admission, or change speakers, location or content at any time and without prior notice. Visit our website www.oba.org & www.softconference.com/oba for further information and to register online. The OBA GST registration # is R100760495.
PLEASE CALL OR E-MAIL US IF YOU HAVE MORE QUESTIONS!
Thank you for choosing the Ontario Bar Association and the OBA Professional Development. Please feel free to contact any member of our staff for further information concerning CLE or Section programs or products.
Ontario Bar Association
20 Toronto Street, Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario M5C 2B8
Telephone: (416) 869-1047 or toll-free in Ontario 1-800-668-8900
Fax: (416) 869-1390
E-mail: pd@oba.org
Thank you for choosing the Ontario Bar Association and the OBA Professional Development. Please feel free to contact any member of our staff for further information concerning CLE or Section programs or products.
Ontario Bar Association
20 Toronto Street, Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario M5C 2B8
Telephone: (416) 869-1047 or toll-free in Ontario 1-800-668-8900
Fax: (416) 869-1390
E-mail: pd@oba.org