Articling Student, Legal Services (Ontario 2025/2026)

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. We have flexibility, in how, when, and where we work, within the boundaries of the business needs and the nature of your role. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a contract employee:

• Accrued vacation.
• Annual individual performance bonus.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

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Join CMHC’s Legal Services team as an articling student. In this role, you will support in providing legal services and advice to business partners on a broad range of matters in order to contribute to the overall effectiveness of the Corporation.  You will establish and maintain positive ongoing relationships with business partners and teammates in the provision of legal services under tight deadlines and turnaround times.

We are currently hiring one (1) Ontario Articling Student to commence their articling term in September 2025 (duration of 10 months). 

 
We want to know more about you! Along with your online application and resume, please submit the following documents: 

• Cover letter; and
• Copy of your most recent law school transcript. 

 
Here’s an example of how you’ll make an impact:   

• As an articling student, you will gain practical experience in a wide diversity of legal practice areas including mortgage enforcement, commercial contracts, real estate financing, advocacy, privacy, emerging technology and data governance. 
• Students will have the opportunity to rotate through the various CMHC’s practice teams in Legal Services, including: 
  • Insurance, New Products and Strategic Relationships
  • Corporate Advisory and Knowledge Management
  • Financing
• Support lawyers in providing legal advice to business partners or other CMHC staff on a wide range of operational and strategic matters, policies and programs. 
• Assist lawyers in drafting and advising on agreements and other legal documents and arrangements to support corporate activities and strategic direction. 
• Conduct legal research in support of the delivery of legal services. 
• Support lawyers in liaising with business lines and management to identify potential legal risks and risk mitigation strategies, and offer proactive advice on possible legal issues. 
• Assist with the legal knowledge management process by identifying, analyzing and reporting on material legal developments. 
• Support lawyers in instructing and managing outside counsel on matters assigned, including litigation. 

 
Minimum Qualifications:  

• You must be eligible to article in the Province of Ontario and have completed a law degree program (J.D., LL.B.).
• Good academic results in law school. 
• Combination of relevant education, work, training, volunteering, or other experiences. 
• Demonstrated experience conducting legal research and analysis. 
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple files. 
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and in a team environment.
• Strong ability to interpret and communicate effectively complex legal matters, both written and verbal. 
• Solid analytical and conceptual skills. 
• Strong interpersonal skills including tact and judgment in order to liaise with clients. 

 
Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset, but not required.  

Posting closing date: None, the competition may remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion 

What happens after you apply 

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process. 

• Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements.
• Selected candidates will have to participate in an interview occuring within June 9 to June 17, 2025.
• All interviews will be conducted virtually unless an accommodation is required.  If you are selected for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.
• We sincerely thank all candidates for their interest, however, please note that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.