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Forum Overview

The Forum is an annual gathering for up to 48 distinguished litigators from across Canada, each of whom has been hand-selected to receive an invitation based on their experience and specialization in resolving class action disputes. The value is found in the mix of representation from both the defendant and plaintiff sides of the bar. Participants can build rapport and stronger relationships with those they would likely work with or against on cases. All those invited have over 20 years of relevant experience.

 

Using candid, seminar-style discussion, the group gains knowledge through substantive learning where participants can educate and inform themselves on the most relevant issues they face from both perspectives. This in turn deepens relationships amongst peers and fosters a more collegial bar. 

2026 Steering Committee

This elite group, comprised of experts in the field, personally nominates all invitees and develops the Agenda, which forms the basis of our discussions.

Committee Co-Chairs

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Michael Robb
Siskinds LLP London, ON

London, ON

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James Sullivan, KC
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP Vancouver, BC

Vancouver, BC

Committee Members

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Andrew Borrell
Fasken LLP Vancouver, BC

Vancouver, BC

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Pascale Dionne-Bourassa
Bennett Jones LLP Montréal, QC

Montréal, QC

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Laura Fric
Osler Toronto, ON

Toronto, ON

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Jean-Marc Leclerc
Sotos LLP Toronto, ON

Toronto, ON

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Linda M. Plumpton
Torys LLP Toronto, ON

Toronto, ON

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Celeste Poltak
Koskie Minsky LLP Toronto, ON

Toronto, ON

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Gavin Price
Jensen Shawa Solomon Duguid Hawkes LLP Calgary, AB

Calgary, AB

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Robin Reinertson
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP Vancouver, BC

Vancouver, BC

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Crawford Smith
Lax O'Sullivan Lisus Gottlieb LLP Toronto, ON

Toronto, ON

CONNECT. ENGAGE. EXCEL. This is a different event, unlike any you've attended

Built on meaningful interactions and genuine connections, the Forum is the premiere gathering for preeminent leaders in class actions across Canada.

STILL UNSURE? Learn why people return year after year

Hear how our participants describe the practical benefits of our forums.

Shlayane Ergus Cunanan

Forum Director