INTENSIVE CHILD PROTECTION TRAINING PRIMER 2026
Wednesday, Oct 7, 2026 & Thursday, Oct 8, 2026,
(9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) and (9:00 a.m. - 4:30 pm)
View this webcast program from your home or office computer
This program qualifies for 9 h 35 m Substantive, 1 h 45 m Professionalism,
1 h 40 m EDI Professionalism
Co-Chairs:
The Honourable Justice Danielle Szandtner, Ontario Court of Justice
Martha Chamberlain, Barrister and Solicitor
Child protection matters must be handled with the utmost care. Our experienced presenters teach you key strategic and advocacy skills at each stage of the case. They reinforce your understanding of the issues with numerous practical demonstrations, including conduct of temporary care and custody hearings, conferences, opening and closing statements, and witness examinations. You also receive pertinent materials including case law, precedents, and social science literature. You come away from this conference with a knowledge of the fundamentals to better serve your clients' interests.
- Understand what is required to make the finding "in need of protection"
- Learn how to challenge hearsay
- Gain insights into Indigenous child welfare
- Acquire the knowledge and skills to prepare for trial
Please note that 11+ participants are required to secure the 50% off discount. WRLA will notify participants if registration does not reach 11 participants and issue a refund.
If 11 people register, the cost of the event will be $177.98 for WRLA members. This price includes registration for both days (webcast only).
Registration for this CPD will close on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. We cannot accept registrations after this time.
**The WRLA must receive your payment on or before Wednesday, September 30, 2026, in order to register you with LSO for this CPD.**
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