Renewable Energy Projects: Planning Powers Reduced
The Government of Ontario introduced and gave first reading to the Green Energy Act, 2009 on February 23.
Encountering and Responding to Ethical Dilemmas and Professional Challenges in the Role of In-House Counsel
In recent years, corporations have increasingly established in-house legal departments to meet their need for legal services.
Handle Estate Transfers of Real Property with Care
The devil is in the details for any conveyance of real property. However, the details become more important when an estate is a party to the transaction.
A Tribute to Dr. Jane Goodall
Estate Litigation Quiz
How much do you know about Estate Litigation?
Municipal Elections Expenses: Greater Clarity For Audit Procedures
Important guidance on how the Municipal Elections Act (“MEA”) should be interpreted and applied where a candidate’s election expenses are subject to an audit.
Toronto Property Tax Relief Program Approved For Building Development or Renovation
Toronto City Council recently approved a new program the Imagination, Manufacturing, Innovation and Technology (IMIT) financial incentive grant program.
Big Changes Are Here For Executive Compensation Disclosure
The time is now for public companies to start preparing for the new comprehensive executive compensation disclosure requirements.
Police Brutality, The YouTube Hit; Officers Should Record Every Interaction With Civilians, Argues A Toronto Lawyer
“University to Name Building for Jamaican Benefactor”
Proposed Green Energy Act Places Limits on Municipal Land Use Planning Powers
On February 23, 2009, the Government of Ontario introduced and gave first reading to the Green Energy Act, 2009 (the “Act”).
Protecting Privilege and Confidentiality During E-Discovery
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Tax-Exempt Status Preserved – Despite Sophisticated Operations
A recent Tax Court of Canada decision confirms that not-for-profit organizations can adopt the good practices, efficiencies and activities of a well-run business without jeopardizing their tax-exempt status.
Tenant Bankruptcy and Beyond
In a recent interview with the Globe and Mail, Canada’s Commissioner of Competition, John Pecman, said that the Competition Bureau is planning to double the number of training workshops that it offers to public procurement officials on ways to prevent fraud. These workshops will help assist officials to identify the bid-rigging tactics that have become increasingly common in the infrastructure sector.
Avoiding False Starts and Hollow Victories: Equipping Yourself for Cross-Border Litigation
The business of litigation, like commerce itself, has become increasingly international.