BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Lancaster House - ECPv6.15.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://lancasterhouse.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Lancaster House REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/St_Johns BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0330 TZOFFSETTO:-0230 TZNAME:NDT DTSTART:20260308T053000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0230 TZOFFSETTO:-0330 TZNAME:NST DTSTART:20261101T043000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261204 DTSTAMP:20260404T161218 CREATED:20260319T193700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T185539Z UID:19338-1796256000-1796342399@lancasterhouse.com SUMMARY:Ontario Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference DESCRIPTION:Overview \nLancaster House’s Ontario Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference will offer essential updates and analysis for union and management representatives\, legal practitioners\, and labour relations professionals. \nTo complement the main event\, attendees are invited to participate in a full-day interactive workshop on December 4\, 2026. This practical session will feature hands-on scenarios guided by experienced panelists\, offering tailored feedback and strategies to strengthen your skills. \nWhat to Expect \nThe day will begin with a networking breakfast\, giving attendees the chance to connect with colleagues and peers before diving into the program. Throughout the conference\, you’ll have multiple opportunities to engage with others in the field\, making this not only a learning opportunity but a valuable space to exchange ideas\, compare experiences\, and build professional relationships. \nBetween sessions\, during refreshment breaks and lunch\, you’ll have the chance to connect with peers\, share strategies\, and engage directly with speakers and fellow attendees. \nParticipants will also receive a comprehensive digital resource package featuring case summaries\, legal analysis\, and curated materials for ongoing reference. \n\nWho Should Attend? \nThe Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference is designed for professionals involved in managing\, resolving\, or advising on workplace disputes in unionized environments. This event offers critical insights and practical strategies for those who need to stay on top of legal developments\, evolving policy issues\, and best practices in arbitration. \nThis conference is ideal for: \n\nUnion representatives and labour advocates\nStay current on arbitration trends\, case law\, and legislative changes that impact the rights and responsibilities of workers and unions.\n\n\nEmployer representatives and HR professionals\nGain practical tools for managing grievances\, navigating accommodation requests\, and preparing for arbitration in a legally sound and efficient manner.\n\n\nLabour and employment lawyers\nDeepen your knowledge of recent decisions\, procedural strategies\, and emerging issues to better advise your clients and strengthen your advocacy.\nArbitrators and adjudicators\nEngage with current legal and workplace issues from both union and management perspectives to inform your decision-making and stay attuned to sector developments\n\n\nLearning Outcomes By attending this conference\, you will: \n\nEnhance your understanding of key legal developments and legislative changes shaping labour arbitration and workplace policy in Canada.\n\n\nSharpen your skills in managing complex accommodation requests.\n\n\nStrengthen your approaches with greater confidence and clarity.\n\n\nDeepen your insight by hearing from union\, management\, and neutral perspectives on emerging trends and practical challenges in arbitration.\n\n\nImprove your hearing preparation by integrating updated legal knowledge\, case law\, and procedural tools into your practice.\nGrow your professional network by connecting with top arbitrators\, legal experts\, and fellow practitioners throughout the day\n\n\nSample Materials \nClick the following link to see an excerpt from a previous year’s materials. \n\nThursday\, December 3\, 2026 Coming Soon. \n\nFood and Beverages \nBreakfast and lunch to be provided\, with a variety of snacks and refreshments available during breaks. Breakfast is provided prior to the workshop and will be available starting at 8:00 am. Please share any dietary requirements at the time of registration so we can best accommodate your needs. \n\nChanges and Notifications \nAll dates\, prices\, and locations are subject to change. Registrants will be notified of any changes to venues or dates. If you have any questions\, please contact customerservice@lancasterhouse.com. \n\nPricing \nOntario Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference \n$1\,455.00Add to cart \n \n \nOntario Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference + Ontario Labour Arbitration and Policy Skills Training Workshop \n\n$2\,355.00Add to cart \n \n \nOntario Bargaining in the Broader Public Sector Conference + Ontario Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference + Ontario Labour Arbitration and Policy Skills Training Workshop or Ontario Bargaining in the Broader Public Sector Skills Training Workshop \n\n$2\,995.00Add to cart \n \n \nOntario Public Sector Bargaining Conference \nAttend Lancaster House’s Ontario Public Sector Bargaining Conference\, taking place at the same venue on December 2\, 2026. \nThe Ontario Public Sector Bargaining Conference brings together top union leaders\, employer representatives\, negotiators\, HR professionals\, legal experts\, and government officials to examine the latest factors shaping public sector labour negotiations. Ideal for those gearing up for bargaining\, the conference highlights recent legislative changes\, wage settlements\, and economic and arbitral trends. Sessions focus on proven bargaining strategies\, effective dispute resolution techniques\, and best practices tailored to Ontario and Canada’s labour relations environment. More than just an educational event\, this conference offers meaningful networking opportunities with seasoned negotiators and industry experts. Equip yourself with practical knowledge and professional connections to navigate the complexities of public sector bargaining successfully. \nFeatured Workshops \nAttendees have the option to attend one of two featured workshops offered by Lancaster’s Centre for Labour Relations Training & Development\, taking place at the same venue on December 4\, 2026. \nIn these interactive\, day-long workshops\, participants will hear from leading experts and work in small groups on skill-building exercises\, learning practical tools and techniques that will prove invaluable in day-to-day \nOntario Bargaining in the Broader Public Sector Skills Training Workshop \nOntario Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference Skills Training Workshop \nConference Co-Chairs \nComing Soon. \n\nAdvisory Committee \nComing Soon. \n\nCPD \nConference CPD\nLancaster House provides professional education programs that qualify for CPD credit for human resources professionals\, lawyers\, and paralegals across Canada. More details regarding specific approvals from CPD accreditors to come. URL:https://lancasterhouse.com/event/ontario-labour-arbitration-and-policy-conference/ CATEGORIES:Conference,Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lancasterhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/virtual-pensions-2024-headers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTSTAMP:20260404T161218 CREATED:20260319T193713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T175500Z UID:19343-1796342400-1796428799@lancasterhouse.com SUMMARY:Ontario Bargaining in the Broader Public Sector Skills Training Workshop DESCRIPTION:Program Overview \nParticipants will hear from leading experts and work in small groups on skill-building exercises\, learning how to apply an EDI lens to the bargaining process from start to finish. \nThis workshop is designed for union leaders and negotiators\, employer representatives and HR professionals\, and labour relations specialists and legal experts. \nAttendees also have the option to attend our featured conferences at the same venue. Bundle pricing is available! \n\nWhat to Expect \nAttendees will be encouraged to ask questions\, engage with other participants\, and consider how collaborative approaches between union and management can help meet legal obligations\, enhanced workplace equity\, diversity\, and inclusion\, and benefit employees and businesses alike. \nAll participants also receive a comprehensive set of digital materials\, including textbook chapters\, case summaries\, and additional resources compiled by Lancaster House program lawyers for continued learning and reference. \n\nWho Should Attend \nThis workshop is ideal for: \n\nUnion Representatives and Labour Negotiators\n\n\nGovernment and Organizational Leaders\, Employer Representatives\, and Human Resources and Labour Relations Professionals\n\n\nLabour and Employment Lawyers\n\n\nMediators\, Conciliators\, and Arbitrators\n\n\nOntario Bargaining in the Broader Public Sector Skills Training WorkshopComing Soon. \n\nFood and Beverages \nBreakfast and lunch to be provided\, with a variety of snacks and refreshments available during breaks. Breakfast is provided prior to the workshop and will be available starting at 8:00 am. Please share any dietary requirements at the time of registration so we can best accommodate your needs. \n\nChanges and Notifications \nAll dates\, prices\, and locations are subject to change. Registrants will be notified of any changes to venues or dates. If you have any questions\, please contact customerservice@lancasterhouse.com. \n\nPricing \nOntario Bargaining in the Broader Public Sector Skills Training – Workshop \n$1\,355.00Add to cart \n \n \n\nAttendees have the option to attend our featured conferences taking place on December 2 and 3 at the same venue. Bundle pricing is available. \nOntario Bargaining in the Broader Public Sector Conference 2026 \nLancaster House’s Ontario Bargaining in the Broader Public Sector Conference returns in-person on Wednesday\, December 2\, bringing together leading experts\, union representatives\, employer negotiators\, and neutrals to examine the latest developments shaping collective bargaining in the public sector. This year’s program will provide crucial updates on the economic outlook and its implications for labour relations\, as well as recent case law\, legislative changes\, and major political and policy developments that will inform your next round of bargaining. \nOntario Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference 2026 \nLancaster House’s Ontario Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference will take place in person on Thursday\, December 3 at the Hilton Downtown\, offering essential updates and analysis for union and management representatives\, legal practitioners\, and labour relations professionals. This year’s program will delve into the real-world workplace impact of significant legal\, legislative\, and policy developments\, with a focus on how recent news and trends are shaping arbitration and labour relations in Ontario and beyond. \nOntario Labour Arbitration and Policy Skills Training Workshop \nLancaster House’s Ontario Labour Arbitration and Policy Skills Training Workshop will take place in person on Friday\, December 4\, simultaneous to this workshop. \nSpeakers \nComing Soon. \nCPD \nCPD\nLancaster House provides professional education programs that qualify for CPD credit for human resources professionals\, lawyers\, and paralegals across Canada. More details regarding specific approvals from CPD accreditors to come. URL:https://lancasterhouse.com/event/ontario-bargaining-in-the-broader-public-sector-skills-training-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Skills Training,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lancasterhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/speaker-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTSTAMP:20260404T161219 CREATED:20260319T193728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T174553Z UID:19342-1796342400-1796428799@lancasterhouse.com SUMMARY:Ontario Labour Arbitration and Policy Skills Training Workshop DESCRIPTION:Program Overview \nDesigned for management\, union participants\, and legal practitioners alike\, attendees will hear from leading experts and work in small groups on skill-building exercises. \nAttendees also have the option to attend our featured conferences at the same venue. Bundle pricing is available. \n\nWhat to Expect: \nIn this full-day workshop\, an experienced facilitator\, along with employer and union representatives\, will guide participants through a facilitated discussion and interactive exercises. \nAttendees will be encouraged to ask questions and engage with other participants. All participants also receive a comprehensive set of digital materials\, including textbook chapters\, case summaries\, and additional resources compiled by Lancaster House program lawyers for continued learning and reference. \n\nWho Should Attend \nThis workshop is ideal for: \n\nHuman Resources (HR) Managers and Directors\n\n\nUnion Officers and Representatives\n\n\nLegal Practitioners\n\n\nOntario Labour Arbitration and Policy Skills Training WorkshopComing Soon. \n\nFood and Beverages \nBreakfast and lunch to be provided\, with a variety of snacks and refreshments available during breaks. Breakfast is provided prior to the workshop and will be available starting at 8:00 am. Please share any dietary requirements at the time of registration so we can best accommodate your needs. \n\nChanges and Notifications \nAll dates\, prices\, and locations are subject to change. Registrants will be notified of any changes to venues or dates. If you have any questions\, please contact customerservice@lancasterhouse.com. \n\nPricing \nOntario Labour Arbitration and Policy Skills Training Conference – Workshop \n$1\,355.00Add to cart \n \n \n\nFeatured Conferences \nAttendees have the option to attend our featured conferences taking place on December 2 and 3 at the same venue. Bundle pricing is available. \nOntario Bargaining in the Broader Public Sector Conference 2026 \nLancaster House’s Ontario Bargaining in the Broader Public Sector Conference returns in person on Wednesday\, December 2\, bringing together leading experts\, union representatives\, employer negotiators\, and neutrals to examine the latest developments shaping collective bargaining in the public sector. This year’s program will provide crucial updates on the economic outlook and its implications for labour relations\, as well as recent case law\, legislative changes\, and major political and policy developments that will inform your next round of bargaining. \nOntario Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference 2026 \nLancaster House’s Ontario Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference will take place in person on Thursday December 3\, offering essential updates and analysis for union and management representatives\, legal practitioners\, and labour relations professionals. This year’s program will delve into the real-world workplace impact of significant legal\, legislative\, and policy developments\, with a focus on how recent news and trends are shaping arbitration and labour relations in Ontario and beyond. \n\nAttendees also have the option to attend the Ontario Public Sector Bargaining Workshop on Friday December 4\, 2026\, concurrent to this workshop. \n\nSpeakers \nComing Soon. \nCPD \nCPD\nLancaster House provides professional education programs that qualify for CPD credit for human resources professionals\, lawyers\, and paralegals across Canada. More details regarding specific approvals from CPD accreditors to come. URL:https://lancasterhouse.com/event/ontario-labour-arbitration-and-policy-skills-training-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Skills Training,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lancasterhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/speaker-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20261208T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20261210T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T161219 CREATED:20260317T162835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T163056Z UID:19309-1796731200-1796916600@lancasterhouse.com SUMMARY:Strategic Arbitration Advocacy Certificate Program DESCRIPTION:2 sessions: Tuesday\, December 8 and Thursday\, December 10\, from 12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. ET each day \nThis virtual program is taking place in partnership with the Gardiner Centre at Memorial University of Newfoundland. \nProgram Details Effective arbitration advocacy in complex cases requires more than mastering the basics. High-stakes matters often involve intersecting statutory regimes\, digital evidence\, credibility disputes\, and evolving issues. Success depends on knowledge of the rules\, strategic evidentiary decisions and confident advocacy under pressure. \nThroughout this advanced program\, experienced faculty will guide participants through the core elements of sophisticated arbitration strategy: building a unified and persuasive case\, managing complex evidentiary and procedural challenges\, and executing high-impact examinations and submissions. Participants will refine their ability to reframe weak facts\, address adverse evidence\, handle expert and digital records\, and respond strategically to objections and preliminary issues. \nAcross two intensive days\, participants apply these techniques in interactive exercises and a complex mock arbitration scenario. Working through challenging fact patterns\, participants develop theory\, craft examination plans\, argue objections\, and deliver focused openings and closings\, receiving practical expert feedback throughout. \nThis hands-on advanced program equips experienced employer and union advocates with the strategic tools and advocacy confidence required to manage sophisticated arbitration files and perform effectively in high-pressure hearing environments. \nLearning Outcomes:\nBy the end of this program\, participants will be able to: \n\nDevelop a persuasive case theory and identify key strategic issues.\nDeliver compelling opening and closing statements under pressure.\nNavigate complex statutory\, procedural\, and evidentiary challenges.\nReframe weak facts and respond to adverse evidence effectively.\nPlan and conduct focused witness examinations\, cross-examinations\, and expert examinations.\nManage objections\, preliminary matters\, and jurisdictional issues.\n\nWhat to Expect:\nDay 1 – Build your advanced arbitration toolkit: Explore high-performance case theory\, tackle complex evidentiary challenges including digital and expert evidence\, and refine witness examination and high-impact opening and closing strategies through interactive exercises. \nDay 2 – Apply strategy in a mock arbitration: Manage pre-hearing strategy\, navigate preliminary and procedural issues\, and engage in intensive simulations including navigating difficult cross-examinations\, real-time objection practice\, and persuasive closing arguments\, with expert feedback throughout. \nPricing $1\,245.00Add to cart \n \n \nFacilitator Coming Soon. \nSpeakers Coming Soon. \nCPD\nLancaster House provides professional education programs that qualify for CPD credit for human resources professionals\, lawyers\, and paralegals across Canada. URL:https://lancasterhouse.com/event/strategic-arbitration-advocacy-certificate-program/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Professional Learning Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lancasterhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/speaker-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261210T123000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261210T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T161219 CREATED:20250825T193944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T193944Z UID:17514-1796905800-1796911200@lancasterhouse.com SUMMARY:2026 Annual Employment Law and Wrongful Dismissal Update: The latest cases and legislative developments DESCRIPTION:Select an option\n \n Live Webinar \n \n Live Webinar\, video\, and MP3 Bundle \n \n\n \n\n Add to Cart\n \n\n \n \n\nComing Soon. \nModerator \n\nComing Soon. \n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\nComing Soon. \n\n\n\nAccreditation \nCPD\nLancaster House provides professional education programs that qualify for CPD credit for human resources professionals\, lawyers\, and paralegals across Canada. URL:https://lancasterhouse.com/event/2026-annual-employment-law-and-wrongful-dismissal-update-the-latest-cases-and-legislative-developments/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lancasterhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/speaker-header.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR