Kick Off Right, Toronto: Make Sure Your World Cup Viewing Party Plays by the Lease Rules!
December 5 and 6, 2025 marked major milestones on the road to the FIFA World Cup 2026™. The final groups were drawn on December 5, and the next day FIFA […]
Estate Essentials: What is Probate and Why Should You Know About It?
Understanding probate and what it entails is important whether you are in the process of considering your own estate planning, you are appointed as the estate trustee of an estate, […]
WeirFoulds Partners Benjamin Bathgate and Jessica Stansfield top ranked in Chambers FinTech Guide 2026
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Partners Benjamin Bathgate, Chair of the Commercial Litigation Practice Group and Co-Chair of the Blockchain and Digital Assets Practice Group, and Jessica Stansfield have […]
Here’s the Drill: The 2025 CCDC 5B Update – Modernized Pre-Construction Services, Payment Structures, and Risk Allocation
The CCDC 5B Construction Management Contract – for Services and Construction is the industry’s standard form agreement for projects where the Construction Manager provides advisory services during pre-construction and then […]
Two WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in 2025 Lexpert Special Edition: Litigation
Congratulations to our two partners who have been recognized in the 2025 Lexpert Special Edition: Litigation. The publication features Lexpert-ranked lawyers who work in litigation in Canada and abroad. Our listed […]
Ontario’s First Reprisal Ruling Under the Securities Act: A Compliance Wake-Up Call for Employers
For the first time, in McPherson v. Global Assets Inc.[1], the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (the “SCJ”) interpreted and applied the anti-reprisal provisions of the Securities Act (Ontario) (the […]
What Are We Waiting For? A Cautionary Endorsement on Timing, Process, and Priority of Lien Claims Caught in an Insolvency
Introduction In a recent endorsement concerning lien claims in receivership proceedings[1], the court offers a nuanced and pragmatic message for construction stakeholders, insolvency practitioners, and receivers. On one hand, the […]
Multiple WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in Lexology Index: Canada 2025
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce the firm has been recognized in the 2025 edition of Lexology Index: Canada. Since 1996, the guide has identified the foremost legal practitioners and consulting experts […]
Commercial Litigation Insights: Don’t Hide Behind the Messenger – ONCA Upholds Judgment Despite Intermediary Conveying Fraudster’s False Messages
The Ontario Court of Appeal recently upheld a summary judgment finding several defendants[1] liable for civil fraud, in relation to a $3.2 million warranty repair scheme.[2] Notably, liability was upheld […]
Estate Essentials: Who Should Administer Your Estate?
No matter how simple or complex your estate may be, one thing about it is certain: somebody (the executor, now called an estate trustee in Ontario) will need to administer […]
Canada’s Rules on Stablecoins Incoming
Yesterday, the Government of Canada unveiled its first and hotly anticipated budget (the “Budget”).[1] Included in the Budget are plans to pass legislation to regulate fiat-backed stablecoins. Stablecoins are a […]
Important Changes to Records of Site Condition and (yet again) Excess Soils
On October 23rd and 24th, the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (“MECP”) finalized significant regulatory amendments under the Environmental Protection Act (“EPA”) to advance Ontario’s goals of streamlining […]
WeirFoulds receives 32 practice area rankings in 2026 edition of Best Law Firms – Canada
WeirFoulds is proud to have received 32 practice area rankings in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms – Canada, a ranking compiled by Best Lawyers. The firm is ranked […]
WeirFoulds Partner Frank Walwyn to receive the Ontario Bar Association’s Award of Excellence in Civil Litigation
WeirFoulds is honoured to announce that Partner Frank Walwyn, LSM has been recognized by the Ontario Bar Association (OBA) as the 2025 recipient of the Award of Excellence in Civil Litigation. […]
WeirFoulds Employment Law Hot Takes: The Pot Thickens – Creating a Safe Workplace
WeirFoulds Employment Law Hot Takes is our new series where we address the buzzy, quirky, and sometimes infamous moments making headlines and unpack what they mean for employers. Our latest […]