Back to Basics: The Due Diligence Process
Partner Shawn English will participate in Back to Basics: The Due Diligence Process, a webcast-only program that will be presented by the Law Society of Ontario on Monday, November 27th, […]
The Mandatory Disclosure Rules: CRA Releases Updated Guidance
On November 2, 2023, the CRA released updated guidance on the mandatory disclosure rules. The updated guidance can be accessed here. The release comes one day after the CRA announced […]
The Mandatory Disclosure Rules: New CRA Guidance in the Employment Context
Expanded mandatory disclosure rules under the Income Tax Act (Canada) came into effect in Canada on June 22, 2023, requiring the reporting of reportable transactions, notifiable transactions, and uncertain tax […]
Recent Trends and Obligations When Assessing Undue Influence
I. OVERVIEW A lawyer assisting a client with their estate and wealth planning has a professional and ethical obligation to ensure that they are taking instructions from someone with an […]
When Worlds Collide: Corporate Issues, Matrimonial Breakdown and Death – Toronto Lawyers Association
Partner Clare Burns will serve as a speaker during When Worlds Collide: Corporate Issues, Matrimonial Breakdown and Death, an insightful panel discussion that will be hosted by the Toronto Lawyer […]
Advisors Beware – New Notifiable Transactions Released
Effective November 1, 2023, the Minister of National Revenue has designated five notifiable transactions: Straddle loss creation transactions using a partnership; Avoidance of deemed disposal of trust property; Manipulation of […]
Estate Planning in the Modern Era Series – Ontario Bar Association
Partner Jennifer Corak will Co-Chair Estate Planning in the Modern Era Series, a 5-webcast program that will be hosted by the Ontario Bar Association every Thursday from November 2nd – […]
Joint Ownership as a Probate Planning Strategy – The Cautionary Tale of Jackson v Rosenberg
In Ontario, where probate fees (formally, Estate Administration Tax) are considered to be high, a number of probate fee minimization strategies have developed. These strategies carry with them benefits and […]
Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference – Lancaster House
Partner Daniel Wong will attend the Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference, which will be hosted by Lancaster House on December 5th, 2023. He will serve as Co-Chair during a series […]
In Case You Missed It: Updates to Ontario Probate Application Forms
As we find ourselves well into the Fall season, we thought it important to remind estate practitioners that the warm and long summer days also brought some important changes to […]
The Investigator’s Guide to Testifying in Non-Criminal Legal Proceedings – Osgoode Professional Development
Partner Amy Block will serve as an instructor during The Investigator’s Guide to Testifying in Non-Criminal Legal Proceedings: A Practical Skills Workshop, which will be hosted by Osgoode Professional Development […]
Managing Construction Liens in Ontario – Osgoode Professional Development
Partner Sandra Astolfo will serve as Program Co-Chair for the 5th Annual Legal Guide to Managing Construction Liens in Ontario, a professional development program that will be hosted by Osgoode […]
Bill 134: Affordable Homes and Good Jobs Act, 2023, A New Definition for Affordable Housing
On September 28, 2023, Bill 134 also known as the Affordable Homes and Good Jobs Act, 2023 (“Bill 134”) was announced by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing of […]
WeirFoulds lawyers published in Your Guide to Charitable Giving & Estate Planning Fall 2023 Edition
Partner Lucy Main and associate Lori Isaj, members of WeirFoulds’ Wills, Trusts & Estates Practice Group, were recently published in the Fall 2023 edition of Your Guide to Charitable Giving & […]
Two WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in 2023 Lexpert Special Edition: Mining
Congratulations to our two partners who have been recognized in the 2023 Lexpert Special Edition: Mining. The special edition features Lexpert-ranked lawyers who provide services to the mining sector and […]