SAVE THE DATE
Friday, October 16, 2026.
Vantage Venues, Toronto, ON (virtual attendance will also be available)
Civil sexual assault litigation is evolving rapidly. Legislative reforms, growing public awareness, and a deeper understanding of trauma are reshaping how survivors seek accountability through the civil justice system.
At the same time, technological innovation and shifting expectations around access to justice are changing how lawyers investigate, litigate, and support clients through these cases.
Areas of focus will include:
Technology and digital evidence in civil sexual assault cases
The role of restorative and alternative pathways to accountability
Legislative and jurisprudential developments shaping civil claims
Trauma-informed approaches to litigation and client care
Changing expectations of survivors pursuing civil justice