The Supreme Court of Canada Redefines Constructive Expropriation
The Supreme Court of Canada recently released its 5-4 decision in Annapolis Group Inc. v. Halifax Regional Municipality.[1] The split decision effectively redefines the test for proving de facto expropriation […]
Web Series: Leading Questions – Presented by WeirFoulds Women
Leading Questions is a web series that explores everyday legal issues, hot topics in business and professional development, and more. The series is hosted by Megan Mah and Kayla Theeuwen, […]
Open Access: The Federal Court’s Pilot Project for Online Access to Court Records
On September 12, 2022, the Federal Court introduced Phase One of its pilot project to provide the public and litigants with online electronic access to Court records.[1] The Courts are […]
WeirFoulds Partner Ben Kates named to CAMAP Board of Directors
We’re pleased to announce that Partner Ben Kates has been named to the Board of Directors of the Canadian Association of MAiD Assessors and Providers (CAMAP). CAMAP is a national, […]
Leave May Not Always Be Required to Appeal an Arbitral Costs Award
Parties to commercial transactions often choose arbitration over litigation. While litigation offers a more structured process, arbitration provides both parties with a tailored, more private, faster and often less expensive […]
Two WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in 2022 Mining and Energy Lexpert Special Editions
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that partners Robert Eberschlag and Janet Bobechko have been recognized in the Lexpert Special Edition: Mining and Lexpert Special Edition: Energy respectively. Robert is a […]
Admit it: There’s a Role for Requests to Admit in Disciplinary Proceedings
The scenario is as frustrating as it is foreseeable. A regulator pursues allegations of professional misconduct against one of its members. Many, if not most of the facts in the […]
WeirFoulds, partners recognized in Chambers Canada Guide 2023
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that the firm has once again been recognized in Chambers Canada: Canada’s Leading Lawyers. In the 2023 edition, five of our partners have been recognized […]
A New Prospectus Exemption Intended for Smaller Issuers – The “Listed Issuer Financing Exemption”
Introduction On September 8, 2022, the Canadian Securities Administrators (“CSA”) announced that they have approved a new prospectus exemption under National Instrument 45-106 Prospectus Exemptions for issuers listed on Canadian […]
WeirFoulds welcomes four new associates to the firm
WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome four associates to the firm in the following practice areas: Cassidy Kunicyn – Leasing Cassidy is an associate in our Leasing Practice Group, with a […]
Enforcement of Judgments in Canada: Overview, Thomson Reuters
This question-and-answer guide is a practical overview of key issues concerning the enforcement of domestic and foreign judgements in Canada, including the legal framework, international conventions/agreements, enforceable judgments and awards, […]
WeirFoulds Technology Insights: “Canadian Privacy & Data Protection Regime”
Introduction In the broadest terms, privacy law regulates the collection, use and disclosure of personal information. As such, organizations that collect and use personal information must ensure they comply with […]
WeirFoulds names Raj Kehar as Co-Chair of Municipal, Planning & Land Development Practice Groups
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Partner Raj Kehar has been named Co-Chair of the firm’s Municipal Practice Group and Planning & Land Development Practice Group. Raj joins Partner Bruce […]
Ontario Court of Appeal Addresses Use of Fresh Evidence in Obtaining a Declaration that Judgment Debt Survives Bankruptcy
In a recent decision, the Ontario Court of Appeal approved the use of “fresh” evidence in obtaining a declaration that a judgment debt for statutory breach of trust survives bankruptcy. […]
Constitutional Challenge Litigated by WeirFoulds LLP Strikes Down Anti-LGBT Laws in St. Kitts and Nevis
On August 29, 2022, the High Court of Justice in the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis (St. Kitts and Nevis) declared laws criminalizing consensual, private acts of same-sex intimacy […]