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Advisories Register now: Webinar on the Lawyer Licensing Process

2026.09.29

The Law Society of Ontario will be hosting a webinar open to NCA candidates applying to the Ontario lawyer licensing process on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:30 am (E.S.T.).

This important webinar will cover application to and requirements of the licensing process and will be followed by a live question and answer period. The session will be available on demand on the Law Society website approximately 10 business days after the webinar.

Participants must pre-register for this webinar. Register now at the following link:

https://lso.ca/NCAInfoSession

 

Once registered, you may access the webinar on the day of the event promptly at 10:00 am at the above link.

Registrants are also encouraged to review the website for important information on the licensing process:

Lawyer licensing process | Law Society of Ontario

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