WeirFoulds Celebrates the Retirement of Counsel Christopher Tzekas After More Than 46 Years of Service
WeirFoulds LLP celebrates the retirement of long-time colleague and respected counsel Christopher Tzekas, marking the close of an exceptional career that has spanned more than four decades. Having begun his […]
Ontario Contemplates Pushing “Pause” on Inclusionary Zoning, in Toronto, Mississauga, and Kitchener
On January 12th, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (the “Ministry”) proposed to amend Ontario Regulation 232/18 (the “Regulation”), to pause the implementation of Inclusionary Zoning (“IZ”) in Toronto, […]
WeirFoulds Chair Denise Baker Recognized by Law Times and Canadian Lawyer in Leadership Spotlights
Denise Baker, Chair of WeirFoulds LLP, is the subject of recent spotlight features by Law Times and Canadian Lawyer, with both publications offering an in‑depth look at her leadership journey […]
WeirFoulds Appoints Denise Baker as Chair of the Firm, Ushering in a New Era of Strategic Growth
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Denise Baker as Chair of WeirFoulds LLP, effective January 1, 2026. Denise has served as Co-Managing Partner since 2022 and has played […]
WeirFoulds Ranked in Novae Res Urbis Top 10 Development Law Firms in GTHA of 2025
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that the Firm has been ranked second in Novae Res Urbis‘ (NRU) 27th annual ranking of the top 10 planning and development law firms operating in the […]
Judicial Review of Committee of Adjustment Decisions: Matters of Public or Private Importance?
Is a decision from a municipal committee of adjustment (a “CofA”), a matter of public or private importance? A recent trilogy of cases from the Ontario Divisional Court has split […]
WeirFoulds at the Ontario Legal Conference 2026
Several WeirFoulds Partners will take part in key sessions at the Ontario Bar Association’s Ontario Legal Conference (OLC), the OBA’s largest professional development event, taking place from Tuesday, February 3 […]
OPPI & WeirFoulds LLP Annual Seminar 2025
The Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) and WeirFoulds invite you to join our expert panel for an information session on the ever changing land use planning framework in Ontario. The seminar will […]
WeirFoulds receives 32 practice area rankings in 2026 edition of Best Law Firms – Canada
WeirFoulds is proud to have received 32 practice area rankings in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms – Canada, a ranking compiled by Best Lawyers. The firm is ranked […]
Partner Abbey Sinclair named President of the Ontario Expropriation Association
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Partner Abbey Sinclair, a member of the firm’s Municipal, Planning & Land Development and Expropriation Practice Groups, has been named President of the Ontario […]
WeirFoulds welcomes Associate Siraj Syed to the Municipal, Planning & Land Development and Expropriation Practice Groups
WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome Siraj Syed as an Associate in the Municipal, Planning & Land Development and Expropriation Practice Groups. Prior to joining WeirFoulds, Siraj was an Associate at […]
SCC Confirms Adverse Possession of Municipal Parkland in Ontario Remains Alive and Well
Introduction For years, many assumed that adverse possession claims against municipal parkland would almost never succeed given the high evidentiary bar and public policy concerns. On September 19, 2025, the […]
57 WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in 2026 Best Lawyers in Canada and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
WeirFoulds congratulates the 48 lawyers who have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada, and the 9 lawyers who have been recognized in Best Lawyers: […]
An Update on the City of Toronto’s Inclusionary Zoning Policies
On Friday, August 15th, Ontario’s Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (the “Minister”) approved, with modifications, the City of Toronto (the “City”)’s Official Plan Amendments 524, 537, 540, 544, 570, […]
Major Modifications – Province of Ontario Approves City of Toronto Protected Major Transit Station Area Policies
On Friday, August 15th, Ontario’s Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (the “Minister”) approved, with modifications, the City of Toronto (the “City”)’s Official Plan Amendments 524, 537, 540, 544, 570, […]