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Apr 29, 2009

Renewable Energy Projects: PLanning Powers Reduced

The Government of Ontario introduced and gave first reading to the Green Energy Act, 2009 on February 23.

Handle Estate Transfers of Real Property with Care

The devil is in the details for any conveyance of real property. However, the details become more important when an estate is a party to the transaction.

Apr 1, 2009

Estate Litigation Quiz

How much do you know about Estate Litigation?

Mar 31, 2009

Municipal Elections Expenses: Greater Clarity For Audit Procedures

Important guidance on how the Municipal Elections Act (“MEA”) should be interpreted and applied where a candidate’s election expenses are subject to an audit.

Toronto Property Tax Relief Program Approved For Building Development or Renovation

Toronto City Council recently approved a new program the Imagination, Manufacturing, Innovation and Technology (IMIT) financial incentive grant program.

Mar 18, 2009

Big Changes Are Here For Executive Compensation Disclosure

The time is now for public companies to start preparing for the new comprehensive executive compensation disclosure requirements.

Mar 4, 2009

Proposed Green Energy Act Places Limits on Municipal Land Use Planning Powers

On February 23, 2009, the Government of Ontario introduced and gave first reading to the Green Energy Act, 2009 (the “Act”).

Mar 3, 2009

Protecting Privilege and Confidentiality During E-Discovery

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Mar 1, 2009

Tax-Exempt Status Preserved – Despite Sophisticated Operations

A recent Tax Court of Canada decision confirms that not-for-profit organizations can adopt the good practices, efficiencies and activities of a well-run business without jeopardizing their tax-exempt status.

Tenant Bankruptcy and Beyond

In a recent interview with the Globe and Mail, Canada’s Commissioner of Competition, John Pecman, said that the Competition Bureau is planning to double the number of training workshops that it offers to public procurement officials on ways to prevent fraud. These workshops will help assist officials to identify the bid-rigging tactics that have become increasingly common in the infrastructure sector.

Feb 11, 2009

Avoiding False Starts and Hollow Victories: Equipping Yourself for Cross-Border Litigation

The business of litigation, like commerce itself, has become increasingly international.

Feb 10, 2009

Shareholder Agreements Gone Wrong

Any person advising shareholders of private corporations needs to pay careful heed to the Ontario Court of Appeal decision in Frye v. Frye.

Feb 1, 2009

Money Laundering and Real Estate Development Quiz

How much do you know about the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (the Act”)?

Jan 26, 2009

Times, They are A’Changing

What is an employer’s duty to accomodate the needs of their employees?

Jan 19, 2009

New Duties for Real Estate Developers Under Money Laundering Legislation

On February 20, 2009, a key amendment to regulations under the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act, 2000, c.17 will come into force.

Jan 1, 2009

Rooftop Solar Panels – Good Business Sense or Not?

A number of landlords, owners and tenants have recently received inquiries from rooftop solar panel installers desirous of installing solar panels on their roofs.

Leasing in an Uncertain Economy

As uncertainty in financial markets continues, affecting all aspects of the economy, commercial landlords ought to consider the manner in which they approach lease agreements and their negotiation, as well as the parties with whom they conduct business.

Dec 1, 2008

A Warning To Members Of Councils and a Plea To The Province – Update

The recent court decision in Jaffary v. Greaves highlights key ambiguities in Ontario’s Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, providing a clear warning to councillors of how careful…

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Municipal Elections Expenses: Greater Clarity For Audit Procedures

Toronto Property Tax Relief Program Approved For Building Development or Renovation