For more than 30 years, CAMA has worked to strengthen relationships between Aboriginal Peoples and the minerals industry.
Foglers is pleased to support the re-launch of CAMA during PDAC 2026: The World’s Premier Mineral Exploration & Mining Convention. To learn more about CAMA’s 2026 initiatives visit: www.aboriginalminerals.ca
Alain Bartleman recently spoke with Radio-Canada regarding new government advisories recommending that First Nations members carry a valid passport, in addition to their Secure Certificate of Indian Status (SCIS), when entering the United States. For over 200 years, many First Nations members have crossed the Canada-U.S. border freely—a right recognized under the Jay Treaty of 1794. Bartleman detailed the practical implications of this shift for First Nations across Canada, explaining how increased documentation requirements may impact established cross-border rights and daily mobility.
Fogler, Rubinoff LLP was proud to host Pro Bono Ontario for another successful Sponsor Day in support of the Free Legal Advice Hotline.
Building on the momentum of two impactful sponsor days in 2025, this event brought together an outstanding group of volunteer lawyers, including several 2025 calls, who generously contributed their time and expertise to assist low-income Ontarians facing legal challenges.
It was inspiring to see new and experienced lawyers volunteering side by side with care, focus, and a shared commitment to expanding access to justice across Ontario.
We extend our gratitude to Myriah Graves, Ruth Durgy, and our firm’s leadership team for their continued support of Pro Bono Ontario and for making these sponsor days possible. This collaboration reflects our ongoing dedication to giving back to the communities we serve.
Congratulations to Aida Nabavi on receiving the 2025 Volunteer Service Award from the Province of Ontario. Through patience, empathy, and unwavering dedication, she has made a lasting impact on the lives she’s touched and exemplifies the spirit of service that strengthens our communities.
A Regular Phone Call Can Make a World of Difference for Isolated Individuals
We are thrilled to announce that Nina Perfetto is a recipient of the Villa Charities Foundation Heart & Hand Volunteer Award. Nina was recognized for her leadership, dedication to her community, and her contributions to the Villa Charities family of organizations. Congratulations from all your friends and colleagues at Foglers on this achievement.
Ontario’s Court of Appeal has ruled that provincial online gaming sites can legally allow gamblers to play with people outside Canada, a landmark decision with major implications for the gaming industry. Don Bourgeois provides key analysis on this precedent-setting case, noting the quality of legal arguments while suggesting the ruling may face appeal to the Supreme Court.
Read the full article here.
Brian Gosse and Colleen Milne presented at the 31st Annual Conference & AGM for the Council for the Advancement of Native Development Officers (CANDO) held in Quebec City. Their session focused on best practices in economic development group structuring, governance, and venture participation.
On this year’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we encourage everyone to reflect on the words Every Child Matters. We honour the Indigenous children who never returned home from residential schools, and the survivors, families, and communities, who continue to carry the burden of intergenerational trauma.
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. The report’s 94 Calls to Action remain as important today, reminding us that reconciliation is not just one day, but a constant journey of learning, listening and action.
Members of our team came together to reflect on what reconciliation means for us as a firm and attended the Indigenous Legacy Gathering hosted by the Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre at Nathan Phillips Square. The event provided meaningful opportunities to engage with Indigenous culture through traditional ceremonies, performances, and teachings from Knowledge Keepers.
We remain committed to continuing this important work of understanding and reconciliation within our firm and the broader community.
Congratulations to Hailey Abramsky, Kathryn Balter, Alexander Evangelista, Samantha Green and Max Samuels, who will all serve on the Ontario Bar Association’s Section Executives for the 2025/2026 term! We wish each of them a great year with their respective Law Sections and Executive teams.
Year after year, our team of lawyers and students proudly volunteer with The Law Society Foundation’s ‘Lawyers Feed the Hungry’ program, serving meals to those in need. This vital initiative has operated from Osgoode Hall’s cafeteria since the early 2000s and provides over 1,200 hot meals weekly to Toronto residents. We’re committed to supporting such meaningful community programs that make a positive difference in the lives of fellow Torontonians.
