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Dec 14, 2022

WeirFoulds Technology Insights: Canada’s Crackdown on Crypto: An Overview of Cryptocurrency Regulation and Enforcement

On November 21, 2022, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) issued a reminder, warning that trading in crypto assets “comes with elevated levels of risk”.[1] The CSA noted…

Dec 13, 2022

Supreme Court of Canada: Arbitration agreements may be inoperative where ‘chaotic arbitral processes’ would compromise resolution of a receivership

The Supreme Court of Canada’s (“SCC“) recent decision in Peace River Hydro Partners v Petrowest Corp., 2022 SCC 41 (“Peace River“), clarified whether, and in what circumstances, a contractual agreement…

Dec 7, 2022

WeirFoulds proudly supports the United Way Greater Toronto through two-week fundraising campaign

On Friday, December 2, 2022, WeirFoulds brought its annual two-week fundraising campaign in support of United Way Greater Toronto to a close. The firm’s United Way Committee…

Dec 5, 2022

Daily Commercial News recaps the second half of “Tools for Success: Season 4”

The fourth season of Tools for Success, a popular series of seminars held by the WeirFoulds Construction Law Practice Group every spring and fall, recently wrapped up…

Dec 1, 2022

Here’s the Drill: “Pay When Paid” Clauses in Subcontracts

Many subcontracts include payment terms that try to shield the contractor from having to pay a subcontractor in the absence of the contractor receiving payment from the…

Nov 29, 2022

WeirFoulds welcomes two new associates to the firm

WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome two new associates to the firm in the following practice areas: Katherine Chan – Municipal Katherine Chan is an Associate in the…

Nov 28, 2022

WeirFoulds Partner Lucinda Main elected to Canadian Tax Foundation’s Board of Governors

WeirFoulds Partner Lucinda (Lucy) Main has been elected to the Board of Governors of the Canadian Tax Foundation (CTF). As a member of the Board, Lucy will…

Nov 25, 2022

Recent article by WeirFoulds Associate and Articling Student cited in Daily Commercial News

A recent article written by Associate Micah Goldstein and Articling Student Gavin Fior, “The Supreme Court of Canada Redefines Constructive Expropriation“, was recently cited in an article…

Nov 23, 2022

Five WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in 2022 Lexpert Special Edition – Litigation

We congratulate the five WeirFoulds litigators who have been recognized in the 2022 Lexpert Special Edition – Litigation. The publication profiles Lexpert-ranked lawyers who practice in several…

Nov 21, 2022

WeirFoulds Construction Practice Group Concludes “Tools for Success: Season 4”

The WeirFoulds Construction Practice Group recently wrapped up Season 4 of its popular “Tools for Success” series of webinars, hosted by Partners Krista Chaytor and Jeff Scorgie.…

Here’s the Drill: The New Owner-Architect Contract Released by the Ontario Association of Architects: the OAA 600-2021

As part of its new suite of 2021 contract documents, the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) has released an updated version of its widely used standard form…

Nov 17, 2022

Kayla Theeuwen speaks to the Globe and Mail about COVID-19 and the legal profession

Partner Kayla Theeuwen was sought out for an interview by the Globe and Mail about the impact of COVID-19 on the legal industry. Portions of the interview are…

Nov 15, 2022

WeirFoulds ranked as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms 2023 by The Globe and Mail

WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that we have been recognized with distinction in The Globe and Mail’s Best Law Firms 2023 list in the areas of Administration…

Nov 14, 2022

Update on Those Damn Flipping Rules

The August 9, 2022 draft amendments to the Income Tax Act (Canada) include provisions to give effect to the residential property flipping rule first introduced in Budget…

Nov 10, 2022

Multiple WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in Who’s Who Legal: Canada 2022

WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that twelve of the firm’s lawyers have once again been recognized in Who’s Who Legal: Canada. Since 1996 Who’s Who Legal has…

Nov 8, 2022

WeirFoulds represents Nuinsco Resources Limited in Optioning of Sunbeam Gold Project

On October 4, 2022, Nuinsco Resources Limited announced that it had entered into an option agreement with First Class Metals PLC for Nuinsco’s Sunbeam gold project. The…

Nov 7, 2022

WeirFoulds lawyers published in Your Guide to Charitable Giving & Estate Planning Fall 2022 Edition

The first step to any successful estate plan is ensuring that you have a valid will and a set of powers of attorney in place. However, when…

“Tools for Success: Season 4” featured in two Daily Commercial News articles

Season 4 of the WeirFoulds Construction Law Practice Group’s popular Tools for Success series of seminars was recently featured in a pair of articles in Daily Commercial…

Nov 1, 2022

Prospectus Exemption Intended for Individuals with Relevant Proficiency Requirements: The “Self-Certified Investor Prospectus Exemption”

Introduction On October 25, 2022, the Ontario Securities Commission (“OSC”) announced a new order, Ontario Instrument 45-507 entitled “Self-Certified Investor Prospectus Exemption” (“OSC Order”), pursuant to which…

Oct 31, 2022

WeirFoulds welcomes two new partners to the firm

WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome two new partners to the firm in the following practice areas: Max Gennis – Construction Max brings significant experience in representing a…

Oct 28, 2022

Here’s the Drill: A Reminder for Contractors: Are Your Invoices Actually “Proper”?

It has been a few years since the prompt payment rules in Ontario’s Construction Act were introduced to the province’s construction industry. One feature that is fundamental…

Oct 27, 2022

The Supreme Court of Canada Redefines Constructive Expropriation

The Supreme Court of Canada recently released its 5-4 decision in Annapolis Group Inc. v. Halifax Regional Municipality.[1] The split decision effectively redefines the test for proving…

Web Series: Leading Questions – Presented by WeirFoulds Women

Leading Questions is a web series that explores everyday legal issues, hot topics in business and professional development, and more. The series is hosted by Megan Mah…

Oct 20, 2022

WeirFoulds Partner Ben Kates named to CAMAP Board of Directors

We’re pleased to announce that Partner Ben Kates has been named to the Board of Directors of the Canadian Association of MAiD Assessors and Providers (CAMAP). CAMAP…

Oct 14, 2022

Leave May Not Always Be Required to Appeal an Arbitral Costs Award

Parties to commercial transactions often choose arbitration over litigation. While litigation offers a more structured process, arbitration provides both parties with a tailored, more private, faster and…

Oct 5, 2022

Two WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in 2022 Mining and Energy Lexpert Special Editions

WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that partners Robert Eberschlag and Janet Bobechko have been recognized in the Lexpert Special Edition: Mining and Lexpert Special Edition: Energy respectively.…

Oct 3, 2022

Admit it: There’s a Role for Requests to Admit in Disciplinary Proceedings

The scenario is as frustrating as it is foreseeable. A regulator pursues allegations of professional misconduct against one of its members. Many, if not most of the…

Sep 29, 2022

WeirFoulds, partners recognized in Chambers Canada Guide 2023

WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that the firm has once again been recognized in Chambers Canada: Canada’s Leading Lawyers. In the 2023 edition, five of our partners…

Sep 20, 2022

A New Prospectus Exemption Intended for Smaller Issuers – The “Listed Issuer Financing Exemption”

Introduction On September 8, 2022, the Canadian Securities Administrators (“CSA”) announced that they have approved a new prospectus exemption under National Instrument 45-106 Prospectus Exemptions for issuers…

Sep 19, 2022

WeirFoulds welcomes four new associates to the firm

WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome four associates to the firm in the following practice areas: Cassidy Kunicyn – Leasing Cassidy is an associate in our Leasing Practice…

Sep 14, 2022

Enforcement of Judgments in Canada: Overview, Thomson Reuters

This question-and-answer guide is a practical overview of key issues concerning the enforcement of domestic and foreign judgements in Canada, including the legal framework, international conventions/agreements, enforceable…

Sep 13, 2022

WeirFoulds Technology Insights: “Canadian Privacy & Data Protection Regime”

Introduction In the broadest terms, privacy law regulates the collection, use and disclosure of personal information. As such, organizations that collect and use personal information must ensure…

Sep 12, 2022

WeirFoulds names Raj Kehar as Co-Chair of Municipal, Planning & Land Development Practice Groups

WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Partner Raj Kehar has been named Co-Chair of the firm’s Municipal Practice Group and Planning & Land Development Practice Group. Raj…

Aug 30, 2022

Constitutional Challenge Litigated by WeirFoulds LLP Strikes Down Anti-LGBT Laws in St. Kitts and Nevis

On August 29, 2022, the High Court of Justice in the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis (St. Kitts and Nevis) declared laws criminalizing consensual, private acts…

Aug 26, 2022

Alberta Decision Holds Workplace Mask Requirement Does Not Amount to Constructive Dismissal

In a recent decision, Benke v Loblaw Companies Ltd., 2022 ABQB 461 (“Benke”), the Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench (the “Court”) dismissed a constructive dismissal claim brought…

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