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May 5, 2015

WeirFoulds Partner Raj Anand Re-elected as Bencher

WeirFoulds LLP is pleased to congratulate our Partner Raj Anand on his re-election to a third and final term as a Bencher of the Law Society of Upper Canada.

May 4, 2015

Leasing Lessons from California: Is Your Co-Tenancy Clause Enforceable?

Most Canadians are familiar with many of California’s notable attributes from Hollywood, to Silicon Valley, giant redwoods, the former “Governator”, Napa Valley wines and Alcatraz. However, outside…

Apr 22, 2015

International Tax Law Update 2015

Yesterday afternoon, the Canadian government tabled the 2015 Canadian Federal Budget. This publication is intended to provide our busy international clients and friends with a high level…

Employment/Tax Law Update 2015

Yesterday afternoon, the Canadian government tabled the 2015 Canadian Federal Budget. Two measures are particularly relevant to certain employers.Download the PDF to read this Client Update.

Estate Alert – 2015 Federal Budget Highlights

Yesterday the Minister of Finance, the Honourable Joe Oliver, presented the federal budget for 2015-2016 (“Budget 2015”) in the House of Commons. The following is a summary…

Apr 16, 2015

Regulatory Developments and the Impact on Consumers, Business and the Environment

The policies of the OEB, and in particular its approach to the setting of rates for the transmission and distribution of electricity and natural gas, have had…

Apr 10, 2015

Competition Bureau Sets its Sights (and its website) on the Construction Industry

Since 2012, WeirFoulds LLP has been monitoring and writing about the Competition Bureau’s increased focus on Canada’s construction industry.The Bureau’s intensified scrutiny of construction companies has been…

Mar 26, 2015

Securities Law Newsletter – Q1 2015

Recent developments include the implementation of amendments to the TSX Venture Exchange’s (the “TSX-V” or the “Exchange”) policies dealing with private placements, loan bonuses and finder’s fees, and the Ontario Securities Commission’s (the “OSC”) adoption of new prospectus exemptions and changes to two specific prospectus exemptions.

Mar 13, 2015

Chambers Global 2015 Ranks Three WeirFoulds Partners

WeirFoulds is proud to announce that three partners are ranked in Chambers Global 2015.

Mar 9, 2015

Regulatory Colleges Tackle Transparency

Information Sharing in Professional Regulation: What Does the Public Need to Know?

Mar 4, 2015

Partner Frank Walwyn Congratulates Newly Appointed Superior Court of Justice Judge Phillip Sutherland

Partner Frank Walwyn congratulates Phillip Sutherland, a former Canadian Association of Black Lawyers (CABL) President, who was appointed a Judge of the Superior Court of Justice, assigned…

Mar 3, 2015

Partner Caroline Abela Speaks to News Talk 610 CKTB Radio and 1310News Ottawa about Predatory Marriages

To spread awareness of the growing problem of predatory marriages and aging Canadians, Caroline Abela spoke with Lee Sterry on News Talk 610 CKTB Radio, airing on…

Feb 2, 2015

Managing the Challenges Facing Municipalities and their Utilities

Electricity distribution utilities are facing an unprecedented number of challenges. They are under significant cost pressures due to the need to repair and replace aging infrastructure, and…

Jan 31, 2015

The Governance of Regulatory Agencies – A Case Study of the Ontario Energy Board

Executive Summary Regulatory agencies play a critical role in the operation of modern society. They perform functions which none of the legislature, the government, or the courts…

Jan 26, 2015

The ICRC’s Power to Order an Independent Medical Examination: The Ontario Divisional Court’s Decision in Iacovelli v. College of Nurses of Ontario

The recent Divisional Court decision of Iacovelli v. College of Nurses of Ontario1 discusses the significant power of the Inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee (“ICRC”) of a health regulatory College to order an independent medical examination.

Jan 7, 2015

Congratulations to Rajeev Dewan, Steve Doak, Jill Dougherty, Jordan Glick and Karsten Lee, Our Newest Partners

WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Rajeev Dewan, Steve Doak, Jill Dougherty, Jordan Glick and Karsten Lee have been admitted to the partnership.

Dec 17, 2014

WeirFoulds Ranked #3 in Novae Res Urbis Top 10 Development Law Firms in GTA

WeirFoulds is thrilled to announce that it has risen to # 3 in Novae Res Urbis’ (NRU) 16th annual ranking of the GTA’s most prominent planning and development law firms, from #6 in 2013.

Dec 8, 2014

A Leap of Good Faith? Practical Implications of the Supreme Court of Canada’s Decision in Bhasin v. Hrynew for Contracting Parties

In Bhasin v. Hrynew, the Supreme Court of Canada recognized a new general duty of honesty in contractual performance. Writing for the unanimous Court, Justice Cromwell stated…

Nov 27, 2014

Lisa Borsook named a Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winner

WeirFoulds LLP is pleased to announce that executive partner Lisa Borsook has been named a recipient in the Women’s Executive Network’s (WXN) 2014 Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Awards in the RBC Champions Category. These awards celebrate and highlight the professional achievements of women across the country in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Winners will be honoured at a gala on November 27, 2014.

Nov 14, 2014

Conference to Discuss International Business, Litigation

WeirFoulds partner Nikiforos Iatrou co-chairs an international law conference focusing on global collaboration and foreign litigation, while also offering valuable networking opportunities to participants. The 2014 North…

Oct 20, 2014

WeirFoulds’ Frank Walwyn Receives Professional Excellence Award in 2014 Planet Africa Awards

WeirFoulds LLP is delighted to announce that partner Frank Walwyn will receive the Professional Excellence Award in the 2014 Planet Africa Awards. Recipients were selected by a panel under the direction of Silvertrust Communications, the parent company of Planet Africa Network. The organization’s vision is to advance the aspirations of people of African origin.

Oct 9, 2014

Preservation, Patience and Persistence: The Dilemmas of a Litigator in Estates

In Re Estate of Ireni Traitses,1 Justice David Brown raised the issue of a cost-effective procedure when dealing with a “one house will fight”. Quite often, the…

Sep 29, 2014

Client Newsletter – Fall 2014

Welcome to the Fall 2014 edition of our Client Update Newsletter. Here we provide you with articles on recent developments in business law from a WeirFoulds perspective,…

Sep 3, 2014

International Law Conference to Explore Global Collaboration

WeirFoulds partner Nikiforos Iatrou introduces new format for 2014 North America Forum in Vancouver presented by the American Bar Association’s Section of International Law, covering global collaboration…

Aug 25, 2014

Best Lawyers® International recognizes WeirFoulds’ Bryan Finlay, QC as Lawyer of the Year in Bet-the-Company Litigation

Bryan Finlay is among 24 WeirFoulds lawyers listed in the 2015 edition of the Best Lawyers® International directory – one of Canada’s most highly regarded legal directories. The “Lawyer of the Year” accolade is especially significant, as only a single lawyer in each practice area and region receives the honour.

Aug 20, 2014

“Canada” in Global Legal Insights – Litigation & Dispute Resolution 3rd Ed.

Efficiency and integrity of the Canadian courts The cornerstone of the Canadian legal system is based on two principles: (1) the rule of law; and (2) the…

Aug 8, 2014

Congratulations to our partner Clare Burns, recognized with a 2014 Lexpert Zenith Award for excellence in estate and tax planning

We are delighted to announce that Clare Burns has been selected as a recipient of the 2014 Lexpert Zenith Award for her work in estate and personal tax planning. This year the award recognizes lawyers called between 1986 and 2000 who have demonstrated excellence and thought leadership in their respective practice area – setting new standards for the profession.

Aug 6, 2014

Licence to Steal: Caroline Abela on Power of Attorney Abuse

Power of attorney abuse is one of the fastest growing crimes against seniors. On July 31, 2014, Partner Caroline Abela appeared on CHCH’s SquareOff to explain: How…

Aug 5, 2014

Partner Frank Walwyn on Career Success, Diversity and Mentoring

Partner Frank Walwyn reflects on his career success, the value of diversity in business and the “culture of mentorship” at WeirFoulds in Summer 2014 edition of the…

Jul 14, 2014

WeirFoulds Welcomes Alan Bromstein

WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome Alan Bromstein to the firm where he will be continuing his advisory and advocacy practice for regulatory colleges and other clients.

Jul 10, 2014

Partner Caroline Abela Speaks Out on Protecting Seniors from Financial Abuse

To spread awareness of the growing crime of financial abuse of seniors, Caroline Abela has given a series of media interviews.

Jul 8, 2014

Partner Caroline Abela Speaks to CTV News about Protecting Seniors from Financial Abuse

To spread awareness of the growing crime of financial abuse of seniors, Caroline Abela appeared on “Canada AM” on CTV News airing July 8, 2014. Caroline is…

Partner Caroline Abela Speaks to CBC Radio about Protecting Seniors from Financial Abuse

To spread awareness of the growing crime of financial abuse of seniors, Caroline Abela appeared on CBC Radio’s “Here and Now” airing in Toronto and “All in…

Mar 21, 2014

Troubles, Tricks and Tragedies: Financial Abuse of Powers of Attorney

It is difficult to believe that siblings or trusted friends could abuse a position of trust and confidence. You might discover that your parents’ foreign property has…

Mar 17, 2014

WeirFoulds Partner W.A. Derry Millar to Receive 2014 Law Society Medal

WeirFoulds LLP is delighted to announce that our Partner Derry Millar has been chosen to receive a 2014 Law Society Medal. The Medal was established in 1985 by the Law Society of Upper Canada to honour outstanding lawyers in Ontario who provide exceptional service, whether in a particular area of practice, in the academic sphere, or in some other professional capacity.

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