WeirFoulds welcomes Partner Amy Block and Associate Amaki Otuteye
WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome Partner Amy Block and Associate Amaki Otuteye to the firm in the following practice areas: Amy Block – Regulated Professions & Industries Amy Block is […]
Knock Knock – Underused Housing Tax Filings Due October 31, 2023
The administrative extension to file the Underused Housing Tax (“UHT”) return and pay the UHT expires on October 31, 2023. After this date, registered owners (other than excluded owners) of […]
To Use or Not to Use: Navigating Privacy Risks Associated with Generative AI Tools
By now, you may either have heard of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools or put them to the test yourselves. Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Cohere, and DALL-E2 are popular […]
WeirFoulds Represents Orford Mining in Closing of Multiple Transactions
WeirFoulds congratulates Orford Mining Corp. (“Orford Mining”) on its successful financing activities during the summer 2023. These included a non-brokered private placement of critical minerals flow-through units, flow-through units, and […]
Eight WeirFoulds partners recognized in Chambers Canada Guide 2024
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that the firm has once again been recognized by Chambers and Partners in their annual ranking of Canada’s best legal talent. In the Chambers Canada […]
Cause for Concern – CRA Employees Terminated For Cause for Improper Collection of CERB Benefits
Dismissal for “just cause” is often referred to as the “capital punishment” of employment law, as employment is terminated without any notice or pay in lieu. As such, it is […]
Two WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in 2023 Lexpert Special Edition: Energy
Congratulations to our two partners who have been recognized in the 2023 Lexpert Special Edition: Energy. The special edition is the product of an extensive peer survey process, and features […]
Bill 60, Your Health Act, 2023: The Integrated Community Health Services Centres Act and its General Regulation come into force
Today, on September 25, 2023, the Integrated Community Health Services Centres Act (“ICHSCA”) and its General Regulation, O. Reg. 215/23, come into force. The Independent Health Facilities Act, 1990 (“IHFA”) […]
WeirFoulds welcomes new partner Benjamin Bathgate to the firm as Chair of the Commercial Litigation Practice Group
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Benjamin Bathgate has joined the firm’s partnership as Chair of the Commercial Litigation Practice Group. As the newest member of the partnership, Ben is […]
WeirFoulds welcomes four new associates to multiple practice groups
WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome four new associates to the firm in the following practice areas: Kelin Algayer – Municipal, Planning and Land Development Kelin Algayer is an Associate in […]
Wagg the Dog: A Focused Approach for Regulators Seeking Crown Disclosure
Introduction As if regulatory investigations were not challenging enough on their own, a host of issues emerge when they take place at the same time as a pending criminal prosecution […]
Best Lawyers in Canada recognizes Lucy Main and Chris Tzekas as Toronto “Lawyer of the Year”
Among our 52 lawyers listed in the 2024 editions of The Best Lawyers in Canada and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada are Partner Lucinda Main and Counsel Christopher […]
52 WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in 2024 The Best Lawyers in Canada and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
WeirFoulds congratulates the 42 lawyers who have been recognized in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada, and the 10 lawyers who have been recognized in the Best […]
Workplace Investigation Gone Wrong: Court Awards Bad Faith Damages Due to Improper Investigation
A recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice serves as a cautionary tale for employers of the importance that workplace investigations are conducted in a thorough and impartial […]
WeirFoulds welcomes two new partners to the firm’s Wills, Trusts and Estates group
WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome two new partners to the firm’s Wills, Trusts and Estates Practice Group: Jennifer Corak Jennifer Corak is highly experienced in the areas of estate planning […]