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Arif Virani
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Arif Virani
@viraniarif
Senior Counsel, Torys LLP. Distinguished Visiting Professor, U of T Law. Former Minister of Justice & Attorney General of Canada, former MP Parkdale-High Park.
- Jesse Flis passed yesterday, having served as the MP for Parkdale-High Park for over 14 yrs. He was not only a trusted&much loved leader in our community, but a personal mentor to me. Thank you for your contributions to our community&to Canada Jesse. You will be missed. Dziękuję
- Speaking @TorysLLP to youth from Downsview Secondary School, partnered with the firm through the LAWS program. "Law in Action Within Schools" is an amazing outreach program working to break down barriers and provide mentorship to diverse youth considering a career in the law.
- Honoured to speak at the Intl Bar Association today with fellow panelists from across the continent. We held an important discussion on the impact of shifting US Energy policy on Canada&Mexico, and its ramifications for both traditional& renewable energy initiatives. @IBAevents
- Today marks the date on which the global Jamat celebrates the 54th birthday of our present living Imam, His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan. To all Ismailis in Canada and around the world celebrating today, Salgirah Khushiali Mubarak!
- Targeting anyone with violence because of their political views is never acceptable in any democracy. The way to confront an opponent is through vigorous debate, not via the barrel of a gun. Escalating polarization doesn't just threaten political leaders, it threatens all of us.
- Thanks to all at @TorysLLP for the warm welcome on my first day at the firm! Looking forward to doing great work with my amazing new colleagues!
- Very honoured to have been named one of the Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers In Canada by Canadian Lawyer Magazine, in the "Government, Non-Profits, Associations, Judiciary" category. The Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers in Canada | Canadian Lawyer
- Pleased to announce that this January I will take on the role of Distinguished Visiting Professor to teach a 1-week intensive course at my alma mater, the U of T Faculty of Law, on Constitutional Law and the role of the Minister of Justice & Attorney General of Canada! @UofTLaw
- Excited to announce that I will be joining Torys LLP this Fall as Senior Counsel in their Litigation Practice Group! Eager to contribute to Torys' work in public law litigation, appellate advocacy and meaningful engagement with Indigenous rights holders.
- Delighted to meet with Human Rights Titan & former Attorney General Irwin Cotler this morning in Toronto. Great to see you in good health Irwin--thanks for the discussion on the importance of building bridges & stronger relations between Jewish and Muslim Canadians. @IrwinCotler
- Elated that Lane Hutson has won the Calder trophy as rookie of the year ! Here's to going back to back with Ivan Demidov in 2025-26! #GoHabsGo @CanadiensMTL @NHL
- Today Muslim families in Canada and around the world gather to celebrate Eid ul-Adha, and reflect on the ideas of sacrifice, gratitude and generosity toward others. From my family to yours, wishing you a very blessed Eid Mubarak!
