LiRN

Good Friday - LiRN Office Closed
2025-04-18

Mastering Westlaw Canada’s Essential Research Tools
2025-04-21 13:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Online Only
Discover how to efficiently navigate Westlaw Canada’s powerful finding tools, including Browse Legal Topics, Words & Phrases, Legislative Concordances, and hidden gems like Black’s Law Dictionary. Enhance your legal research skills and streamline your workflow with expert tips and practical demonstrations.
Register at: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

2025 Q1 Financial Reports Due
2025-04-28
More information at: Financial Information for Associations – LiRN

LiRN Board Meeting - Cancelled
2025-04-28 12:00 - 14:00 | Online Only

LiRN Update
2025-04-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Only
Via Zoom, and by invitation. If you did not receive your calendar invite, please email admin@lirn.ca.

Lexis+ Training
2025-05-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Only
This information session is customized for courthouse library staff and lawyers. Note that the session is Accredited for Professionalism Hours (number of hours to be determined).
The session will be offered on seven dates and times as listed below along with the link. The same information is provided at each session.
February 5 at 11:00 am: https://relx.zoom.us/j/94892132407
February 14 at 11:00 am: https://relx.zoom.us/j/97687583479
February 19 at 1:00 am: https://relx.zoom.us/j/99240859319
March 6 at 12:30 pm: https://relx.zoom.us/j/96159276882
March 11 at 3PM: https://relx.zoom.us/j/99743126537
April 16 at 10:30AM: https://relx.zoom.us/j/99432325398
May 5 at 12PM: https://relx.zoom.us/j/98014015874

Audit and Finance Committee Meeting
2025-05-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Online Only

Learn with LiRN: Discover the Fundamentals of Canada’s Legal System
2025-05-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Only
Topic: Learn with LiRN: Discover the Fundamentals of Canada’s Legal System
Time: May 13, 2025 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4110945104?omn=88536340903

Are you a law librarian eager to uncover the exciting daily work of lawyers in Canada, especially focusing on the dynamic role in being a “Barrister and Solicitor”? Get ready for an engaging session that combines tradition with the future of legal innovation and technology!
Join us for an exclusive session with Martin Halpern, a noted “KM lawyer” whose journey is as diverse as it is inspiring. From his early days at his father’s firm using the resources of the Hamilton Law Association library, to shaping knowledge management at McCarthys in bustling downtown Toronto, and now innovating with AI at Thomson Reuters, Martin brings a wealth of experience and insights. His unique perspective will illuminate some intricate workings of both the courts and commercial transactions and the legal processes in Canada.
🔍 Discover the Fundamentals of Canada’s Legal System:

Overview of the organization of Canadian courts and their unique structures.

Dive into the fascinating procedures for both Civil and Criminal cases, and the business of the practice of law
Learn some Latin phrases like the doctrine of “stare decisis” and the art of “noting-up” a case and why it’s a vital skill for legal professionals.
Decode a few of those elusive legal terms you’ve always wondered about like “force majeure” or “easement” in a fun and judgment-free zone!
Highlight some of the expectations that lawyers may have for law library resources

💡 Embrace the Future with Legal Innovation and Tech:

Explore how technology is transforming the legal landscape and the way it is now impacting a lawyers daily work.

📚 Interactive Q&A Session: Bring your curiosity and questions! This is your chance to engage directly with Martin and gain clarity on any legal concepts you’ve been pondering.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enrich your understanding and connect with fellow law librarians in a lively and supportive environment. The law is an exciting adventure!
Biographical Note: Martin Halpern is Senior Solutions Consultant and Legal Knowledge Management Specialist at Thomson Reuters. A lawyer for over 30 years, Martin is a pioneering lawyer in Canadian legal knowledge management contributing to the development and growth of the field from early days. He has been in private practice in small and large law firms, in-house and in regulatory roles and brings a wealth of experience and insight into how to maximize legal resources, including AI related ones, for optimal use and growth. Martin works across all segments of Thomson Reuters’ customer base to support its products and services.

This session will be recorded and will become part of our Learn with LiRN Curriculum for Library Staff.
We have recently revised our Learn with LiRN YouTube channel to created topical playlists to make it easier for you to view videos on a topic you would like to learn more about.
Please visit our Wiki if you not lately, to see its expanded table of contents.

Legal Research Topics from our Learn with LiRN Curriculum

Reference Questions & Answers Database
Legal Research Basics
Case Law
Legislative Research (Federal and Ontario)
Forms and Precedents
Commentary Research using e-LiRN resources
CanLII: Cases, Legislation & more

Other Wiki Subject Resources include:

LiRN Resources – including Accounting basics
Electronic resources – including each e-LiRN resource materials, flyers, training information
Marketing Resources
Mental Health Resources for Library Staff
Operations & Best Practices – including LiRN Library Operations Guide
Professional Development
Self-Represented Litigants (SRL) / Public Resources

Governance Committee Meeting - Cancelled
2025-05-13 13:00 - 14:30 | Online Only

FOLA Spring Plenary (LiRN offices closed - come visit us at the LiRN booth!)
2025-05-14 - 2025-05-16
More information at: 2025 FOLA Spring Plenary – FOLA
LiRN offices will be closed. Come visit us at the LiRN booth!

Estates&TrustsSource Tips on Westlaw
2025-05-14 13:00 - 13:30 | Online Only
Free CPD Training: Earn LSO-Accredited Professionalism Hours!
Discover resources you need for estate planning, estate administration, and estate litigation:

Easy Edit statutory and authored forms, checklists, letters, & precedents to reduce the time spent drafting and editing
Current Awareness resources like CRA publications and WeirFoulds Estates & Trusts Newsletter
Authoritative and highly regarded commentary, fully integrated with our Westlaw tools
Tips and shortcuts to increase research efficiencies

Register at: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

Victoria Day - LiRN Office Closed
2025-05-19

CALL Conference, Calgary AB
2025-05-25 - 2025-05-28
More information here: 2025 Conference

LiRN Board Meeting
2025-05-28 12:00 - 14:00 | Online Only

FamilySource on Westlaw Training
2025-06-12 13:00 - 13:30 | Online Only
Free CPD Training: Earn LSO-Accredited Professionalism Hours!
Enhance your family law practice with key resources and strategies with FamilySource on Westlaw Canada. This session will delve into:
• Comprehensive access to a trusted library of essential family law textbooks.
• Receiving the latest insights with Franks & Zalev’s This Week in Family Law newsletter.
• Effective, time-saving techniques to quickly find relevant cases and legislation.
Join us to refine your expertise and stay ahead in family law!
Register at: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

LiRN Board Retreat and Annual General Meeting
2025-06-13 - 2025-06-14 | Osgoode Hall, Toronto

Lexis+ Training
2025-06-17 11:00 - 11:30 | Online Only
This information session is customized for courthouse library staff and lawyers. Note that the session is Accredited for 30min Professionalism.
The session will be offered on seven dates and times as listed below along with the link. The same information is provided at each session. No need to register, just join in on the best date for you.

May 5 at 12PM: https://relx.zoom.us/j/98014015874
June 17 at 11AM: https://relx.zoom.us/j/93916263727
July 10 at 12PM: https://relx.zoom.us/j/98520551358
August 25 at 11AM: https://relx.zoom.us/j/99518635219
September 18 at 12PM: https://relx.zoom.us/j/91943300479

New Statistics Form Training
2025-06-17 11:00 - 12:00
Invitation via Outlook has been sent to Library Staff. If you did not receive yours, email admin@lirn.ca.
This event will be recorded.

19th Solo and Small Firm Conference: The How-To Toolkit
2025-06-19 09:00 - 16:30
Join us for an engaging and dynamic conference with topics specifically designed for solo and small firm lawyers and paralegals. Our experienced presenters address the unique opportunities (and challenges) of a legal landscape that is always changing.
CPD Hours: TBA
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm (In-Person and Online)

Site Visit - Kenora Law Association
2025-06-23

Site Visit - Rainy River Law Association
2025-06-24

Site Visit - Thunder Bay Law Association
2025-06-26

Grant Requests Due
2025-06-30
Read more at: Financial Information for Associations – LiRN

Canada Day - LiRN Office Closed
2025-07-01

2025 Q3 Grant Payment
2025-07-03

Westlaw CriminalSource Tips
2025-07-08 13:00 - 13:30 | Online Only
Unlock vital criminal practice insights with CriminalSource on Westlaw Canada. This training session will cover:
• In-depth expert commentary, including Criminal Pleadings & Practice in Canada by Ewaschuk, among others.
• Up-to-the-minute newsletters to keep you informed on crucial criminal law updates.
• Detailed Criminal Code Annotations from Martin’s, Tremeer’s, and Crankshaw’s.
• Tools to swiftly navigate sentencing options.
• Efficient strategies to access critical cases and legislation quickly.
CPD Hours: 30 m Professionalism
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm (Online)

Lexis+ Training
2025-07-10 12:00 - 12:30 | Online Only
This information session is customized for courthouse library staff and lawyers. Note that the session is Accredited for 30min Professionalism.
The session will be offered on seven dates and times as listed below along with the link. The same information is provided at each session. No need to register, just join in on the best date for you.

July 10 at 12PM: https://relx.zoom.us/j/98520551358
August 25 at 11AM: https://relx.zoom.us/j/99518635219
September 18 at 12PM: https://relx.zoom.us/j/91943300479

2025 Q2 Statistics Report Due
2025-07-15
More information at: Library Statistics Reporting Requirements – LiRN

2025 - Q2 Financial Reports Due
2025-07-28

Audit and Finance Committee
2025-07-28 13:00 - 14:30 | Online Only
