Troubled Waters Ahead? Key Tips for Employers to Navigate Internal Risk
Join members of the WeirFoulds Employment & Labour Law and Commercial Litigation teams as they discuss key issues facing employers and identify practical tips to effectively navigate and mitigate internal […]
Expropriations and the Proposed Increased Capital Gains Inclusion Rate
Federal Budget 2024 announced an increase of the capital gains inclusion rate from one-half (1/2) to two-thirds (2/3) on capital gains realized on or after June 25, 2024. The first […]
Commercial Litigation Insights: Navigating Legal and Ethical Duties in Business Partnerships
In a recent decision by the Ontario Court of Appeal, 7868073 Canada Ltd v 1841978 Ontario Inc, 2024 ONCA 371 (“786”), the Court emphasizes the importance of honouring contractual agreements, […]
CIQS Congress 2024
Partner Sandra Astolfo will speak during the CIQS Congress 2024 on Thursday, June 20th – Saturday, June 22nd. The theme of this year’s event is “Canadian Construction: Paradigm Shift or […]
Commercial Litigation Insights: They’re ba-ack! Everything you need to know about administrative dismissals in Ontario
Administrative dismissals of civil actions have resumed in Ontario, after being suspended since the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting May 13, 2024, any actions not set down for trial that were commenced […]
Ontario Employers: More Upcoming Changes – Working for Workers Five Act, 2024
On May 6th, 2024 the Ontario government announced the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024, the latest addition in a series of bills addressing pathways to skilled trades, barriers to […]
47th Annual Meeting of the International Academy of Estate and Trust Law
Partner Lucinda Main will speak at the 47th Annual Meeting of the International Academy of Estate and Trust Law (TIAETL), which will be held in Playa del Carmen, Mexico from […]
Five WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in 2024 Lexpert Special Edition: Infrastructure
Congratulations to our five partners who have been recognized in the 2024 Lexpert Special Edition: Infrastructure. The special edition features Lexpert-ranked lawyers who assist with infrastructure projects in Canada and abroad. […]
ESG Principles: Legal Strategies for Sustainable Business – Ontario Bar Association
Partner Janet Bobechko will speak during Mastering Environmental Management: ESG Principles: Legal Strategies for Sustainable Business, an online-only program that will be offered by the Ontario Bar Association’s Environmental Law […]
WeirFoulds welcomes Associate Natasha Novac to the Regulatory Practice Group
WeirFoulds is pleased to welcome Natasha Novac as an Associate to the firm’s Regulatory Practice Group. Natasha’s practice focuses on professional regulation, public and administrative law and civil litigation. Prior […]
Advanced Issues in Professional Regulation – Ontario Bar Association
Partner Amy Block will speak at the Ontario Bar Association’s Advanced Issues in Professional Regulation, an online-only program that will be hosted by the organization’s Administrative and Health Law Sections […]
2024 Environment and Cleantech Business + Policy Forum – ONEIA
Partner Janet Bobechko will co-chair a roundtable discussion during the 2024 Environment and Cleantech Business + Policy Forum, a program hosted by the Ontario Environment Industry Association (ONEIA), on Tuesday, […]
CNAR 2024 Annual Conference
Several members of the Regulatory Practice Group will attend the CNAR 2024 Annual Conference, which will be hosted in Ottawa on Monday, October 7th – Thursday, October 9th. CNAR 2024 […]
Budget 2024 – Select Measures You Need to Know
Tax lawyer Michael Ding will present Budget 2024 – Select Measures All GTAAFN Members Need to Know, a webinar that will be hosted by the GTA Accountants & GTA Finance […]
Privacy and AI: Key Takeaways From Ontario IPC’s Investigation on the Use of AI Tools
Background In our technology-driven world, the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) is undeniable. AI tools can simplify tasks, boost efficiency, and enable new possibilities that were previously out of reach. […]