2026-2027 Articling Student

Our Firm 

OKT’s central philosophy is that there will be no real justice until Indigenous peoples have control over their own fates and futures, including their lands and economic and political decision-making.

For clients who want to use Canadian law as a means to help achieve this goal, we bring to bear our extensive experience working for Indigenous communities and our deep commitment to justice to achieve success – however you define it.

Our Team 

OKT’s lawyers have been advocating for Indigenous communities for decades – as lawyers, and as leaders and members of Indigenous communities and governments. We hire team members dedicated to advancing the self-determination and success of Indigenous peoples in a wide range of areas of Canadian law.

The Role 

Students are integral members of our team and work directly with partners and associates on matters. 

Students are provided with ongoing training, formal and informal feedback. Students are invited and encouraged to participate in all aspects of firm life, including social events, inclusion and diversity initiatives, and community and pro bono programs.

We are looking for students who have a passion for advocating for Indigenous people’s rights and self-determination. 

Application deadline: Friday, June 27, 2025, at 5pm EST

Call Day: Friday, July 18, 2024 at 8am EST

Interview Week: August 11 - August 13

Offer Day: August 13, 2024 at 5pm EST

Please note this position is not offered on a fully remote basis and requires students to be able to work out of our Toronto office on a regular basis.

How to apply 

Applications should include a cover letter, resume, references (if available), transcripts and writing samples.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion 

OKT is committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion that respects and embraces unique backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and talents of individuals at all levels of the firm. 

We believe that we will achieve greater collective success by attracting and retaining the best talent, and by representing and supporting the communities which we serve and in which we live and work. All firm members are committed to maintaining a work environment where individuals will be supported and treated with respect and dignity regardless of age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religious beliefs, seniority, or position.

OKT has adopted proactive recruitment strategies that are non-discriminatory, both directly and systemically, and encourage the hiring of diverse talents. 

OKT is committed to open, honest, and inclusive recruitment practices, equal opportunity without discrimination, and providing support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process or in order to successfully submit an application, please contact us at  416 981 9330 and ask to be transferred to Human Resources, Group Lead (Students and Associates) to submit your accommodation request. 

DEMOGRAPHIC SURVEY FOR OKT

Survey Instructions: We invite you to complete an optional survey to help us evaluate our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Submission of the information on this form is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to adverse treatment or affect your job application. Information obtained will be kept secure and confidential and will be used solely to evaluate our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. This survey should take approximately 4 minutes to complete.