Recent Court Decision Provides Guidance for How Owners Can Act With Due Diligence in the Context of OHSA Charges
Overview: A decision that was recently released by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (“SCJ”) provides some useful guidance to the construction industry on what it means for construction project […]
WeirFoulds welcomes Associates Kathleen Gregus, Piper McGavin, Yalda Mousavi and Hashim Sohail to the firm
WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome four new associates to the firm in the following practice areas: Kathleen Gregus – Construction Kathleen is an Associate in the Construction Practice Group. She […]
Professional Regulation and Privacy Rights: A Case Comment on York Region District School Board v. Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario, 2024 SCC 22
In a recent decision in York Region District School Board v. Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario, 2024, the Supreme Court of Canada considered the applicability of the Canadian Charter of […]
Here’s the Drill: Stay Up to Date with Recent CCDC Construction Contract Standard Form Updates
Key industry standard form contracts created by the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (“CCDC”) have been updated following consultation with industry stakeholders across all sectors of the construction industry. These 2023 […]
Commercial Litigation Insights: Navigating the Caribbean Waters: Enforcing Canadian Judgments and Arbitral Awards in the Caribbean
The enforcement of Canadian judgments and arbitral awards in the Caribbean[1] can be increasingly complex due to varying local laws and recognition protocols. As the English jurist Lord Nicholls of […]
Out of Control? – Recent Changes to the Competition Act and their Potential Impact on Commercial Leasing
Changes to the Competition Act In the landscape of Canadian commerce, maintaining fair competition is important to fostering economic growth and protecting consumer interests. Through two pieces of legislation in […]
59 WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in 2025 editions of Best Lawyers in Canada and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
WeirFoulds congratulates the 49 lawyers who have been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada, and the 10 lawyers who have been recognized in the Best Lawyers: […]
Out With the Old, in With the New Provincial Policy Statement, 2024
The Ontario Government has released Provincial Policy Statement, 2024 (“PPS, 2024”), which will come into effect on October 20, 2024. PPS, 2024 replaces Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 (“PPS, 2020”) and […]
WeirFoulds welcomes Associates Victoria Bazak and Carissa DeMarinis to the firm
WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome two new associates to the firm in the following practice areas: Victoria Bazak – Private Equity Victoria Bazak is an Associate in the Private Equity […]
Commercial Litigation Insights: Vexatious Litigant Proceedings Reformulated
On August 2, 2024 , O.Reg. 322/24 made numerous changes to the Rules of Civil Procedure (“RCP”) and prescribed forms to establish a new framework for vexatious litigant proceedings under […]
WeirFoulds Partner Daniel Wong comments on wrongful dismissal case in Human Resources Director Canada
Partner Daniel Wong, Chair of WeirFoulds’ Employment and Labour Practice Group was quoted in an article in the Human Resources Director Canada on July 26th, 2024. The article focused on […]
The Law Helps Those Who Help Themselves: Lessons for Employers from Wilds v. 1959612 Ontario Inc.
In the context of adversarial litigation, it is tempting to want to do your opponent no favours and to “play hardball” at every opportunity. But in wrongful dismissal cases, employers […]
Commercial Litigation Insights: Understanding Limitation Period Dismissals in Summary Judgment Motions
Defendants sometimes bring summary judgment motions seeking to dismiss an action because it is statute barred. If the motion is successful, the action is dismissed, and the order is final. […]
WeirFoulds welcomes Associate Fabiola Bassong to the Construction Practice Group
WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome Fabiola Bassong as an Associate in the Construction Practice Group. Prior to joining the firm, Fabiola practised as an Associate at a boutique litigation firm […]
WeirFoulds Partner Clare Burns top ranked in Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2024 for seventh consecutive year
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Partner Clare Burns, a highly experienced litigator and Co-Chair of the firm’s Wills, Trusts & Estates Practice Group, has been ranked for a seventh […]