Where are Protection Orders breaking down? Our new survey reports share the perspectives of 80 people with lived experience and 257 professionals on Ontario's protection order system—and where change is needed. Read the reports: lco-cdo.org/en/protectio...

AI facial recognition tools are being used by more police forces in Ontario. But is oversight up to par? Read LCO Counsel Ryan Fritsch’s (@upsideofdown.bsky.social) thoughts in this Ottawa Citizen article: ottawacitizen.com/news/ottawa-...

Ottawa police moving forward with first phase of AI facial recognition

On June 24, the Ottawa Police Service announced it would be extending the pilot of their body-worn camera program through AI tools.

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LCO’s Susie Lindsay has been invited to discuss the evolution of the Human Rights AI Impact Assessment tool with the BC Ombudsperson, the BC Human Rights Commissioner, the Yukon Accountability Office, the Alberta Information and Privacy Commissioner and the BC information and privacy commissioner.

Busy day advancing conversations on AI and justice: LCO ED Nye Thomas is presenting on AI and A2J at the South East Region Clinic Conference in London, ON, and counsel Ryan Fritsch is speaking at Lancaster House on AI at Work: Human Rights, Privacy, and Equity Considerations for Employers and Unions

Tomorrow, LCO’s Susie Lindsay brings together legal, academic & policy experts from across Canada for an all-day session on non-consensual intimate images & deepfakes. Together, they'll work to define key terms, identify core issues and look at ways to modernize the law to improve access to justice.

Deadline to apply for the Raj Anand LCO Access to Justice Research Fellowship is next Friday, June 12, 2026! This Fellowship is open to academics, lawyers, post-doctoral researchers and others. Find out more: lco-cdo.org/en/raj-anand...

LCO Executive Director Nye Thomas is attending the FOLRAC Annual Conference in Ottawa, joining law reform organizations and justice-sector leaders from across Canada to discuss current and emerging law reform initiatives and strengthen collaboration across jurisdictions.

The LCO bids farewell to Chair Raj Anand and welcomes new Chair Neha Chugh. Read more here: lco-cdo.org/en/the-lco-b...

LCO's Nye Thomas is at the Action Committee on Access to Justice conference in Ottawa. Today, he speaks on “Progress over Perfection.” Tomorrow, he co-chairs “Law Reform and Access to Justice in a People-Centred Justice System.” justicedevelopmentgoals.squarespace.com/spring-2026-...

Justice Development Goals — Conference agenda

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What legal safeguards and accountability frameworks should apply to police use of AI tools? Today's AI & Policing Symposium, held online and in Vancouver, explores these questions. The hybrid event is co-hosted by the LCO and Prof. Ben Perrin of Peter A. Allard School of Law.

Today, LCO Counsel Susie Lindsay is participating in an interactive workshop at the Canadian Digital Regulators Forum to engage in discussions about the impacts of AI in various fields and anticipated evolutions in the coming years. eventmobi.com/website/cdrf...

LCO Counsel Ryan Fritsch is speaking tomorrow at the Ontario Court of Justice Annual General Meeting in Niagara Falls. Ryan joins Gerald Chan for a panel on AI and the legal profession.

LCO Executive Director Nye Thomas is speaking today at Osgoode Professional Development’s Certificate in Human Rights Theory and Practice. Nye joins TMU Professor Jake Effoduh for a discussion on “The Impact of AI on Human Rights Law.” osgoodepd.ca/professional...

Human Rights Theory and Practice - OsgoodePD

Your chance to hear from some of Canada’s leading experts at a time when addressing human rights has never mattered more. Interpreting and applying human rights legislation presents a complex and ofte...

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Welcome to our summer 2026 students! We're excited to be working with these bright minds. Get to know them: lco-cdo.org/en/our-team/... Bienvenue à nos étudiants de l'été 2026 ! Nous sommes ravis d'accueillir ces esprits brillants. Pour les connaître : lco-cdo.org/fr/notre-equ...

Our Team – Law Commission of Ontario

The People Behind the LCO Meet the staff and board members who bring expertise and vision to law reform in Ontario Who We Are The LCO was founded in 2008 and ha

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The LCO is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Raj Anand LCO Access to Justice Research Fellowship. This fellowship is open to academics, lawyers, post-doctoral researchers and others. The deadline to apply is Friday, June 12, 2026. Find out more: lco-cdo.org/en/raj-anand...

What are the top 5 legal risks when using AI in policing? LCO Executive Director Nye Thomas is looking forward to addressing this question tomorrow at the Canadian Institute’s 17th Annual Law of Policing Conference in Mississauga. Learn more or register: www.canadianinstitute.com/law-of-polic...

Agenda | Law of Policing Conference, Eastern Edition

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LCO’s Susie Lindsay is speaking today at OsgoodePD’s Public Sector AI Compliance conference. Her panel looks at how AI assessments support enterprise risk management, reinforce accountability, and ensure compliance with emerging regulatory expectations. Learn more: osgoodepd.ca/professional...

Public Sector AI Compliance: Laws, Risks and Governance - OsgoodePD

Get ahead of AI compliance challenges in the public sector today. New laws and governance frameworks are reshaping how public bodies use AI. Get the knowledge and tools you need to navigate Canada’s e...

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The Queensland Law Reform Commission's Evidence Act Review is exploring AI in civil and criminal justice. This evening the LCO meets virtually with the Commission to discuss the cutting edge law reform approaches we’re promoting in Ontario.

How should the law respond to deepfakes and non-consensual intimate images? LCO’s Susie Lindsay discusses this topic at University of Waterloo Cybersecurity and Privacy Institute tomorrow at 2:30. Join the conversation on emerging harms and legal response. Register here: uwaterloo.ca/cybersecurit...

CPI Talk: Intimate Images, Deep Fakes and the Law | Cybersecurity and Privacy Institute | University of Waterloo

CPI is pleased to announce the return of CPI Talks - a public outreach lecture series - at the University of Waterloo. This month's talk features Susan Lindsay on Intimate Images, Deep Fakes and the L...

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The LCO's Susie Lindsay is quoted in this editorial on the growing harms of sexualized deepfakes and the need for stronger legal protections for victims in Ontario. The LCO's Intimate Images & Deepfakes project examines how provincial legislation could be modernized to respond to these harms.

We're pleased to announce the Raj Anand LCO Access to Justice Research Fellowship, a groundbreaking initiative to support access to justice, law reform and the next generation of justice advocates. Learn more: lco-cdo.org/en/law-commi...

⏰ Reminder: Consultations for our Protection Orders project close April 10. Hearing from people with lived experience, professional insight, or general interest helps shape our work and recommendations. Read the paper and share your thoughts before the deadline:
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Protection Orders – Law Commission of Ontario

Project Overview The Law Commission of Ontario is examining why protection orders are failing to prevent intimate partner and family violence in Ontario. At lea

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Rigorous reports, greater reach: the LCO’s new Strategic Plan 2026-2028 focuses on four strategic priorities: - Independent, rigorous & innovative law reform projects - Engagement & public education - Expanding reach - Building a strong, equitable organization Learn more: lco-cdo.org/en/rigorous-...

The LCO is pleased to release an addendum to its submission on proposed AI-related amendments to Ontario’s Rules of Civil Procedure. The LCO recommends requiring validity, reliability, and bias auditing where AI systems are used in court proceedings. See the submission: lco-cdo.org/en/publicati...

LCO Submission to the Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee of the Civil Rules Committee, AI and Bias Addendum | Submission – Law Commission of Ontario

See also the original submission .

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Today, @upsideofdown.bsky.social is in Barrie participating in a panel with Barrie Police Chief Rich Johnston and the Canadian Civil Liberties Association. The series explores legal and policy issues related to AI and the criminal justice system. Learn more: www.barriepolice.ca/event/commun...

The Law Commission of Ontario’s updated website is now live! The new site offers improved navigation, clearer access to publications, and enhanced bilingual functionality. While our look has been refreshed, our mission and mandate remain unchanged. Learn more: lco-cdo.org/en/the-lco-u...

The LCO Upgrades its Website – Law Commission of Ontario

The Law Commission of Ontario is pleased to share that its updated website is now live. This upgrade is part of an effort to improve how users access and naviga

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The LCO website will be temporarily unavailable starting at 10:00 a.m. today as we complete scheduled upgrades. We appreciate your patience and look forward to sharing the updated site shortly.

Today @upsideofdown.bsky.social is co-chairing Justice Rewired: AI at the Frontlines of Crime and Criminal Justice with Osgoode PD. The online conference explores how AI is reshaping criminal investigations, courts, and justice policy. Learn more: osgoodepd.ca/professional...

Justice Rewired: AI at the Frontlines of Crime and Criminal Justice - OsgoodePD

Be up to date on the latest AI tools, schemes, scams and criminal justice system innovations and responses. Learn how AI is impacting and transforming the field of criminal justice in Canada from how ...

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Consultations on the Protection Orders project have been extended until April 10! You can help shape our recommendations to prevent intimate partner violence by reading the consultation paper and sharing your thoughts with us: www.lco-cdo.org/en/our-curre...

Improving Protection Orders

Project Overview and Status The Law Commission of Ontario is examining why protection orders are failing to prevent intimate partner and family violence in Ontario. At least 434 people — mostly wom...

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The LCO website will be temporarily unavailable on March 11 as we complete scheduled upgrades. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve navigation, search, and access to our publications.