International Research and Experiential Learning is pleased to announce the launch of three new programs designed to foster global research collaborations and opportunities at the University of Ottawa:

• The Doctoral Mobility Program for inbound students from Europe and Latin America who would like to conduct research visits at the University of Ottawa.
• The new Global Open Program for uOttawa early career researchers from all disciplines who would like to initiate new collaborations with partners anywhere in the world.
• The new Network Development Program for uOttawa researchers from all disciplines who would like to develop and expand new research collaborations with Asian partners with the eventual goal of establishing a self-sustaining research network.

The application deadline for all three programs is January 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.

Consult our website for further details or email [email protected].

Legal writing assignment deadlines are fast approaching! Ensure that you set yourself up for success by focusing on what your reader wants from you. Our Office Hours can help you reach your legal writing goals.

If you:

• Don't know how/where to start
• Aren't sure about your structure
• Don't know to write point-first
• Are struggling with clarity and being concise (what the heck is the passive voice again?!?)
• Don't know how to properly edit

consider joining one of our upcoming Office Hours sessions to seek advice from the Writing Leaders who will be standing by to assist.

Office Hours sessions are in addition to the one-on-one conferences that the Writing Leaders offer. We are offering sessions both in person and on Zoom. No appointment is necessary; simply drop-in anytime during our Office Hours!

Ready to take your legal career to the next level? Explore our Master of Laws programs: diverse specializations, international opportunities, and scholarships to support your journey!

Join us at our information session to learn more about applying to our LLM programs.

Who: JD and LL.L. graduates

When: Wednesday, November 26, 2025 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Where: In person, room FTX 202 or virtual.  The event will be bilingual.

Registration: La Source

The Ottawa Law Review is now accepting submissions for the Emilio Binavince Student Research Colloquium! The colloquium will take place in March 2026, offering law students a fantastic opportunity to showcase and discuss their research with peers and legal professionals.

Submit your research paper here: https://forms.office.com/r/WA8xtm6xjg

For any questions, please email [email protected].

The Career Development Centre encourages you to begin preparing your summer applications now, including booking a résumé or cover letter review before the very busy January recruitment period. Full details for structured recruitment processes will be published 4–6 weeks before application deadlines, and you are encouraged to monitor Dictum, The Source, and the Jobs and Events tabs for updates.

The use of the Examplify software for exams is possible in selected courses. Please verify the exam timetables to know if your final exam will offer this option.

For students who choose to use Examplify for at least one exam
To prepare for the upcoming exam period, please ensure that Examplify is installed, up-to-date, and tested well in advance.

Key Steps:

• New Installation: If Examplify is not yet installed, download it from the Faculty’s ExamSoft portal using your uoZone login credentials.
• Upgrade Existing Examplify Installation: If Examplify is already on your laptop, launch the app and complete any available upgrades.
• Run Practice Exams: Complete mock exams to confirm Examplify is working on your device. This step is essential for troubleshooting and getting familiar with the software.
• Register: After testing Examplify, complete the Examplify Registration Form to authorize the $57 CAD annual licensing fee.

Please review the information available on the Exams webpage for further details. 

Enrolment in a January intensive session course is mandatory for students in the JD program. The January intensive course is part of the Winter term. If you intend to enrol in a Directed Research Project or a course by selection instead of the course you are currently enrolled in, please process your modification of enrolment as soon as possible to allow students who wish to attend an intensive course a chance to select their preferred course before January.

Please consult the availabilities for the month of December on the Common Law Student Centre webpage under the section “Resources and Useful Links”.

Students may register for the Access/Equity Tutorials by filling out the online application form. Details about eligibility are available on the Tutorial Program website.