The Manual Review Requirement
Manual review and the Air Canada vs. Westjet Airlines case.
Sleeping with the Enemy
Duty to consult with First Nations: A municipal obligation?
The Canadian federal government and all provincial governments have a duty to consult with the First Nations before taking any steps that may infringe on aboriginal or treaty rights which are claimed or have been established. The case law on this point is clear. What isn’t so clear is whether the duty to consult with the First Nations applies to municipalities when making land-use or other decisions that may impact these rights.
Employment settlements that stick
A few careful steps can help ensure the employment termination settlements you provide are beyond any future legal challenge.
Make it a functional Family Day
The simple addition of one public holiday may be anything but simple for some employers.
Putting new municipal accountability measures into action
Major amendments to the Municipal Act, 2001 took effect on January 1, 2007. One of the key changes was the introduction of accountability provisions that give municipalities the power to create new positions to help ensure that good governance is maintained by local council and boards.
Conflicting court decisions on OMB appeals
Municipalities, developers and other interested stakeholders who have been waiting for greater certainty on when Ontario Municipal Board decisions can be appealed to the Divisional Court will have to wait a little longer.
Awaiting the ABCP Blame Game
Lexpert Guide to the Leading US/Canada Cross-Border Litigation Lawyers in Canada
A New Era in Provincial Enforcement
Goodbye regulatory silos. Inspectors from different ministries can now share their observations and findings about your organization with each other.
Get the lead out
For years now, lower production costs in developing countries have been a competitive advantage for many businesses. But as recent product recalls have shown, it’s a strategy that requires significant attention to the potential risks involved…
Dealing With Construction Liens
Jackhammers, nail guns, power saws ah the sounds of fall in the city. Recent reports estimate that residential real estate values will increase by 9.5 % this year, and that the average home price in Canada will top $300,000 for the first time. And we already know the state of affairs in commercial construction (especially in Calgary and Vancouver). But did you know that one of the natural consequences of construction is you guessed it!….the construction lien?
Is Your Business Licensing By-Law About to Die?
You should be aware that the by-laws of your municipality licensing and regulating various businesses may be about to expire.
Proposed New Legislation Affects Owners of Rental Buildings in the City of Toronto
Owners of property containing rental housing units in the City of Toronto should take immediate note of a by-law that has been proposed by the City of Toronto. If passed, it will significantly limit a property owner’s ability to demolish, alter, or convert buildings containing six or more rental units.
George Rust-D’Eye has been awarded the Ontario Bar Association’s Award of Excellence in Municipal Law
WeirFoulds is proud to congratulate George Rust-D’Eye on receiving the Ontario Bar Association’s Award of Excellence in Municipal Law. A specialist in municipal law and municipal litigation, George is a […]