Timothy Cullen

Think winning is tough? Losing can be an art form. In this session, Timothy Cullen, McMillan LLP’s Co-Chair of Public Procurement, takes a witty look at how bidders can best tank their chances, from cryptic proposals to pricing that screams “pick someone else.” Laugh (maybe); learn some hard truths about non-binding, flexible, procurement processes; and leave with a better understanding of what (not) to do when bidding on public contracts. Join us in Niagara Falls, ON on January 21st - 22nd, 2026. Register here: na3.hubs.ly/y0b1fw0 -- #oswcaconference #oswcaevents #infrastructure #ontarioconstruction #industryleaders #infrastructuredevelopment #construction #constructionnews #builders #infrastructurematters #investinginthefuture #dailyconstruction #buildontario

The boundary between procurement and trade law has always been narrow, but recent policy developments have blurred it even more. bit.ly/4jDXsUV #PublicProcurement #InternationalTrade #TradeLaw

The owners of a Montreal-based AI agency are crowdfunding to sue the federal government over alleged procurement misconduct. @McMillanLLP Partner @timothycullen spoke with @TheHillTimes on the nature of their complaint (Subscription required). bit.ly/3Xpan4j #ProcurementMisconduct #ArriveCAN #TechEthics #AI

One year into the new federal Lobbyists’ Code of Conduct, and lobbyists are still navigating the changes. @McMillanLLP's @TimothyCullen discusses the lingering questions with @TheHillTimes (subscription required). bit.ly/3Lh297J #Lobbying #CanadaLaw #Legislation

Ontario’s law on third-party political advertising is in front of the Supreme Court of Canada after the Ontario Court of Appeals ruled the law’s pre-writ spending limits violated the violated the Charter. @McMillanLLP Partner @timothycullen gave his take on the effects the case’s outcome will have on third-party political #advertising across the country to The House on @CBCRadioCanada bit.ly/3yFIj2Z #cdnpoli #thecharter #ontariolaw #SCC

Is your business keeping an eye on the Lobbying Commissioner's proposed revisions to the Lobbying Act? Are you keeping track of lobbying activity as part of your compliance monitoring? Check out my interview with The Hill Times to learn more about why these are good ideas!

On April 22nd, Stevie O’Brien, Tausha Michaud and Jonathan Kalles will shed light on the multifaceted role of lobbyists in aiding suppliers in the government procurement process. Don’t miss “Selling to Government: What the Lobbyist is Trying to Say and When You Should (or Shouldn’t) Listen” at the CPPC Forum 2024 in #Montréal. Learn more: bit.ly/3UcXhFG #procurement #publicprocurement

Don't miss @OBrienStevie and @timothycullen from McMillan at a @CIPMM workshop entitled “The Future of Procurement & Materiel Management.” Gain insights on agility, innovation, presenting to political leaders and government priorities. tinyurl.com/mtyxybsb #Procurement

A full house for me & @stevie_obrien_ at our @cppcccmp Forum 2023 plenary session in Calgary this AM. There was a lot of interest in Stevie’s unique perspective on procurement from her time as CoS to 2 PSPC Ministers. Glad to have her back at @McMillanLLP and @McMillanVantage!

Don't miss McMillan LLP's Stevie O'Brien as she provides unique insights on emergency preparedness, future government priorities, and framing procurement concerns for legislators, moderated by Timothy Cullen. RSVP here: cppc-ccmp.ca #PublicProcurement #COVID19Response

.@timothycullen and @stevie_obrien_ of @McMillanLLP and #TeamVantage explain what you need to know about the federal government's recent military procurement announcement. mcmillan.ca/insights/publi…

Off to Montréal today for the 2022 Council on Governmental Ethics Laws (@COGELinfo) conference. Looking forward to connecting with others working in ethics, elections, freedom of information, lobbying, and campaign finance.

Glad to be back at the @ccla_abcc Annual Civil Litigation Conference. I had the chance to nerd out giving a talk on the law of protective orders this afternoon. My @McMillanLLP colleague Marie-Eve Jean also spoke about spoliation of evidence & deleting naughty browser history!

It was great to be back at @uocommonlaw to hear Marie Henein of @HeneinHutchison speak about lawyering in dangerous times. Thanks to Conway Litigation for sponsoring the professionalism series.

The @OttawaFoodBank Board is seeking new members. The OFB's important work is sadly in higher demand in @ottawacity than ever. We would love to have the benefit of your intelligence and energy so consider applying by Oct 17 12:00 PM. Find out more ottawafoodbank.ca/seeking-board-… #ottawa

Props to Team @McMillanVantage 🏆 defending champs and winners of POLITICO Canada's inaugural live #cdnpoli trivia night at @MetroBrasserie_ hosted by @TaylorVaisey + @ziannlum 🇨🇦 Catch Friday's Playbook for details.

Bravo Team @McMillanVantage on defending our @politicoottawa trivia title tonight! Thanks for hosting @TaylorVaisey and @ziannlum. A great time was had by all! #cdnpoli

Putting on the penguin suit never gets old. 🐧 instagram.com/p/CdwB3OeJohrl…

As Ontario heads toward a provincial election on June 2, see what @timothycullen and @kylemlambert have to say to @HRReporter on employer responsibilities when it comes to an employee’s right to vote. Full article here: bit.ly/3kpDFLL #elections #onpoli #OntarioVotes

Just throwing out out there. #yow needs to take back our city. Create new, positive vibes in Ottawa. How about our community walks down Wellington next Saturday (with a permit this time). Any interest?