Partner James Kosa will serve as an instructor during Advanced Procurement Law and Practice, a program that will be hosted by Osgoode Professional Development from Monday, December 1 - Tuesday, December 9, 2025. Join James alongside a faculty of experienced legal and procurement professionals for four focused days of learning designed for those with 5+ years in the field.

On December 8, James will take part in the program's third session, “Technology Procurement: Recent Updates and Developments in Public Procurement from the Frontlines.”

During this session, attendees will explore:

• Key trends and risks in technology procurement – overview of evolving challenges in acquiring IT and digital solutions in the public sector, including privacy, security, and IP considerations.
• Navigating complex legal and contractual frameworks – legislative compliance, trade agreement obligations, and tailoring contracts for technology-specific risks.
• Practical strategies for successful technology procurement – managing vendor negotiations, mitigating implementation risks, and ensuring ongoing compliance and performance.
• Emerging issues and future directions – Cloud adoption, AI integration, cybersecurity threats, and lessons from recent procurement case studies

For more information and to register, click here.