Parties Must Check their Biases at the Door When Exercising Contractual Rights
In Elias Restaurant v Keele Sheppard Plaza Inc., 2020 ONSC 5457, Justice Morgan of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice commented on the racist overtones of the evidence adduced by […]
WeirFoulds welcomes six new associates
WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome back five of our former articling students as associates and welcome one new associate to the firm. They join WeirFoulds in the following practice groups: […]
SCG Legal recognized as a leading law firm network by Chambers Canada 2021
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that SCG Legal has been recognized as a Leading Law Firm Network by Chambers Canada 2021. The firm is a proud member of this international network consisting of 134 […]
The Launch of the Making Way Project
Weather, physics, and teamwork are just some of the lessons to learn in sailing and efforts are underway to help more girls access the benefits of learning to sail. The […]
WeirFoulds recognized in Chambers Canada Guide 2021
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that the firm has once again been recognized in Chambers Canada: Canada’s Leading Lawyers for Business. In the 2021 edition, five of our partners are […]
WeirFoulds welcomes four new media and aviation lawyers
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Peter Jacobsen, Carlos Martins, Andrew MacDonald and Emma Romano have joined the firm effective September 1, 2020. They bring a wealth of knowledge and […]
A Cautious Reopening: Ontario Extends the Deemed COVID-19 Emergency Leave to January 2021
On September 3, 2020, the Ontario government extended the relief for employers from the temporary layoff provisions under the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) until January 2, 2021 in […]
WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in 2020 Lexpert Special Edition – Infrastructure
Congratulations to our seven partners who have been recognized in the 2020 Lexpert Special Edition on Canada’s Leading Infrastructure Lawyers. The special edition features Lexpert-ranked lawyers who assist with infrastructure […]
The Collapse of a House of Cards: Estoppel by Convention and the Need for a Shared Assumption
In Grasshopper Solar Corporation v Independent Electricity System Operator,[1] the Court of Appeal agreed that a contractual party has a right to terminate a contract without paying damages if the […]
WeirFoulds represents Hemlo Explorers Inc. in its closing of a fully-subscribed $3.5M non-brokered private placement
On August 25, 2020, Hemlo Explorers Inc. (“Hemlo”, or the “Company”) (TSXV: HMLO) announced the final closing of its non-brokered private placement offering of units (“Units”) for gross proceeds of […]
Best Lawyers in Canada recognizes Chris Tzekas as a Toronto “Lawyer of the Year” for a second time
Among our 44 lawyers listed in the 2021 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada is Christopher Tzekas, Counsel, who is recognized as a Toronto “Lawyer of the Year” for a […]
Best Lawyers in Canada recognizes 44 WeirFoulds lawyers in 2021 edition
WeirFoulds congratulates 44 of our lawyers on being recognized in the 2021 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada. We have proudly earned 69 rankings in 22 specialty areas – a […]
WeirFoulds recognized as a Patron of SickKids for its lifetime giving milestone
WeirFoulds is a proud continued supporter of The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto. Since 2005, the firm and its employees have made numerous donations, and initiated and participated […]
Multiple Choice: Canada to Replace CERB with New and Revised Income Support Programs for Employees
As Canadian businesses and workers continue to feel the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Canadian government has announced several income support measures. The Canada Emergency Response Benefit (“CERB”) program, […]
WeirFoulds technology Partner James Kosa appointed Chair of the CBA Sections Subcommittee
Congratulations to James Kosa, Technology and Intellectual Property Law Partner, on being appointed to the role of Chair of the Canadian Bar Association’s Sections Subcommittee for the 2020-2021 term. The […]