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

Jul 3, 2020

Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA) Extended

On April 16, 2020, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau introduced the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA) program to deliver more than $900 million in urgent rent relief…

Jun 29, 2020

Canadian Real Estate Forums – Land & Development Education Series

WeirFoulds is pleased to participate in the Canadian Real Estate Forums’ 2020 Land & Development Education Series. This year the seminars will take place online. Partner Lisa…

Jun 23, 2020

Demand Without Supply: Preparing for Supply Chain Issues on Construction Projects

Construction is now an essential workplace, and although all work is allowed to start or continue, it is not business as usual. The continuing local and global…

Jun 19, 2020

Impact and Implications of Ontario’s Temporary Ban on Commercial Evictions – OBA Real Property Law Section

On June 17, 2020 the Ontario passed Bill 192, an Act to amend the Commercial Tenancies Act. Bill 192 amends the Commercial Tenancies Act to prohibit certain…

Jun 18, 2020

Commercial Tenant Relief Provided: the Protecting Small Business Act, 2020

On April 16, 2020, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau introduced the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA) program to deliver more than $900 million in urgent relief to…

Jun 17, 2020

Time to Start Again: Land Use Planning in the Pandemic

Effective June 22, 2020, the Province will restart the clock for many of the time periods applicable to land use planning under the Planning Act and the…

Jun 5, 2020

The Long-Term Impact of COVID-19 on Short-Term Rentals

UPDATE: On June 5, 2020, the Ontario government lifted the restrictions on short-term rentals effective immediately Following on from 2019, 2020 is off to a bad start…

Jun 4, 2020

Construction Site and COVID-19: Health and Safety Resources

We understand that your inbox, Twitter feed and the news are full of COVID-19 updates, articles and notices. The recommendations and information about health and safety are…

Jun 3, 2020

Robert Eisenberg speaks with Cottage Life magazine about Ontario cottage rental ban during the pandemic

Commercial leasing lawyer Robert Eisenberg spoke with Cottage Life magazine about the cottage rental ban in Ontario which was implemented on April 4, 2020 under the Emergency…

Jun 1, 2020

Ontario Government Introduces Significant Changes to Temporary Layoffs and Constructive Dismissals under the ESA, 2000

On May 29, 2020, the Ontario government filed Ontario Regulation 228/20 (the “Regulation”).[1] This Regulation, made under Ontario’s Employment Standards Act, 2000, (the “ESA”) provides some clarity…

May 27, 2020

Agreements of Purchase and Sale in the Time of COVID-19

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Federal government has lowered interest rates and some businesses are cautiously optimistic that the worst is over. In anticipation of Ontarians…

May 21, 2020

Court of Appeal Confirms its Jurisdiction to Hear Appeals in Writing Over the Objection of a Party

In 4352238 Canada Inc. v SNC Lavalin Group Inc.,[1] the Ontario Court of Appeal gave notice that it is determined to proceed with appeals, where possible to…

Planning Ahead in a COVID-19 World: Short and Long Term Considerations for Returning to an Office Workplace

For the past few months, businesses have been focused on navigating their operations and employees through the COVID-19 world, and the many government directives and regulations that…

May 20, 2020

Six-Minute Municipal Lawyer 2020 – Law Society of Ontario

WeirFoulds Partner Bruce Engel will speak as part of the LSO’s Six-Minute Municipal Lawyer 2020 session. He will discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the…

New Details Emerge about Ontario-Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance Program – but Questions Still Remain

On April 16, 2020 Prime Minister Justin Trudeau introduced the Canadian Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA) program to help landlords and tenants weather the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.…

May 15, 2020

Back in Business? Strict Requirements and Other Considerations for Ontario Employers as Select Businesses are Permitted to Reopen

On May 14, 2020, the Province of Ontario issued its “Detailed List of Stage 1 Openings”.[1] Effective May 19, 2020, Ontario will enter “Phase 2” of the…

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Web Series: Leading Questions – Presented by WeirFoulds Women

Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA) Extended

Canadian Real Estate Forums – Land & Development Education Series

Demand Without Supply: Preparing for Supply Chain Issues on Construction Projects

Impact and Implications of Ontario’s Temporary Ban on Commercial Evictions – OBA Real Property Law Section

Commercial Tenant Relief Provided: the Protecting Small Business Act, 2020

Time to Start Again: Land Use Planning in the Pandemic

The Long-Term Impact of COVID-19 on Short-Term Rentals

Construction Site and COVID-19: Health and Safety Resources

Robert Eisenberg speaks with Cottage Life magazine about Ontario cottage rental ban during the pandemic

Ontario Government Introduces Significant Changes to Temporary Layoffs and Constructive Dismissals under the ESA, 2000

Agreements of Purchase and Sale in the Time of COVID-19

Court of Appeal Confirms its Jurisdiction to Hear Appeals in Writing Over the Objection of a Party

Planning Ahead in a COVID-19 World: Short and Long Term Considerations for Returning to an Office Workplace

Six-Minute Municipal Lawyer 2020 – Law Society of Ontario

New Details Emerge about Ontario-Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance Program – but Questions Still Remain

Back in Business? Strict Requirements and Other Considerations for Ontario Employers as Select Businesses are Permitted to Reopen

Is Your Construction Site an Essential Service?

Ontario E-Hearings Task Force co-chaired by WeirFoulds partner publishes Best Practices for Remote Hearings

WeirFoulds lawyers continue the Firm’s longstanding commitment to Pro Bono Ontario during COVID-19

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