James Kosa recognized in 2021 Lexpert Special Edition: Technology
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that James Kosa, Partner and Co-Chair of the firm’s Technology and Intellectual Property Practice Group, has been listed in the 2021 Lexpert Special Edition: Technology. […]
WeirFoulds represents Lower Valley Beverage Company Ltd., maker of Sapsucker, in closing of equity investment with District Ventures Capital
On February 10, 2021, District Ventures Capital announced that it has made an undisclosed amount equity investment in Lower Valley Beverage Company Ltd., the maker of Sapsucker. WeirFoulds acted as […]
Here’s the Drill: Strategic Procurement – Drawbacks of Using Nonnegotiable Supplementary Conditions in RFPs
Requests for proposals (“RFPs”) are a popular procurement model for those looking to hire a construction contractor. RFPs will commonly stipulate the form of contract the owner intends to use. […]
An Ounce of Prevention: Ten Questions for Employers to Help Assess their Compliance with Employment Laws
Employers have faced no shortage of challenges and obstacles in complying with employment and workplace laws and regulations, particularly given the rapidly shifting employment landscape and ever-changing health and safety […]
WeirFoulds represents Psyence Group Inc. in listing on the CSE and subsidiary in $9.3M private placement
On January 26, 2021, Psyence Group Inc. (“Psyence”) (CSE: PSYG) announced that its common shares would begin trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange. Psyence listed after completing a reverse take-over […]
The Home Construction Regulatory Authority Replaces Tarion as Regulator of Ontario’s Homebuilding Industry
Big changes to the licensing and regulation of Ontario’s homebuilding industry are here. Effective February 1, 2021, a new stand-alone regulator called the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (the “HCRA”) will […]
Ontario Further Expands its Workplace Inspections Campaign to Combat COVID-19
Last week, the Ontario government announced that it would be ramping up workplace inspections to combat the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the province.[1] The government’s weekend “blitz” targeted […]
Privacy Web Series: A Primer on the Proposed Legislative Changes in Privacy Law
A long-awaited overhaul of privacy law is at hand to bring Canadian privacy legislation more in line with global standards, and address the challenges posed by new and evolving technologies. […]
Here’s the Drill: Prompt Payment – Are your contracts in order?
In October 2019, the prompt payment rules were introduced to Ontario’s construction industry as part of the province’s updated Construction Act. The rules mark a significant shift with respect to […]
Is it Time For Employers to Review Your Employment Contracts? The Supreme Court of Canada Says Yes
On January 14, 2021, the Supreme Court of Canada denied Swegon North America Inc.’s application for leave to appeal the Ontario Court of Appeal’s decision in Waksdale v Swegon North […]
Ontario Ramps up Workplace Inspections to Combat COVID-19
The Ontario government recently announced additional measures aimed at addressing the recent rise in COVID-19 cases in the province,[1] and are now taking steps to ensure that these new measures […]
Ontario Declares Emergency and Issues Stay-at-Home Order: What are the Implications for Employers?
Ontario has declared a second provincial emergency under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act in response to the growing number of COVID-19 cases in the province. Effective Thursday, January […]
Conduct Matters in Contracts: What You Need to Know About the Duty of Honest Performance in Construction Contracts
On December 18, 2020, the Supreme Court of Canada (“SCC”) released its decision in C.M. Callow Inc v Tammy Zollinger[1] (“Callow”); this decision will impact contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and various […]
Comply or Beware: Toronto to Begin Naming Employers With COVID-19 Outbreaks
As COVID-19 cases in the City of Toronto continue to rise, local health officials are imposing additional requirements on employers to combat the spread. On Monday, January 4, 2021, Toronto […]
WeirFoulds welcomes two former associates to the partnership
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that Rochelle Perera and Thomas Wong have joined the partnership effective January 1, 2021. Our two newest additions to the partnership each demonstrate a commitment […]