Council agrees to focus on code-of-conduct questions
Councillors agree that the real issue is whether the leak violated the City’s code of conduct.
Council cringes at memo investigation
An investigation by the City’s integrity commissioner has caused a sharp divide on City Council.
Addressing the pitfalls of standard documents
An Ontario Bar Association session will focus on avoiding problems in standard real estate form.
Probe launched into leaks of internal emails
Mississauga councillors calling for full investigation into the source of leaked internal memos.
Memo sparks MissyLeaks uproar
Mississauga councillors upset over leaked memo detailing offer to pay for tickets to Mayor’s birthday party.
Culture of secrecy
A tempest in a teapot created at City Hall over the leak of a non-confidential memo to the media.
Leaked memo riles councillors
A City of Mississauga internal memo was leaked to the media about the purchase of tickets for councillors to attend Mayor’s birthday party.
CRA gets ahead of the line
The Canada Revenue Agency manages to secure advance collection of disputed corporate income tax debt.
LSUC civility crusade sparks debate
Three lawyers face hearings over charges of misconduct following civility initiatives by the Law Society of Upper Canada.
Aurora development decision in OMB’s hands
Decision by Ontario Municipal Board drawing to close after three-year hearing about plans to build homes and golf course on portion of the Oak Ridges Moraine.
The booming business of expropriation
Lawyers practising in the area of expropriation have experienced a significant increase in public projects over the law few years.
Book Review: The Duty to Consult – New Relationships with Aboriginal Peoples
The duty to consult Aboriginal peoples requires the Crown to speak with First Nations, Inuit peoples, and Métis communities before undertaking action which may adversely impact those groups’ constitutional rights.
The Search for a Meeting of Minds in the Interpretation of Ontario’s Municipal Conflict of Interest Act
Areas of ambiguity in the Act continue to cause confusion and uncertainty. This article clarifies the intent and effect of the Act.
Urban Renewal and Community Revitalization: Tools That Can Help
One of the greatest challenges facing municipal governments today is the need to stimulate economic development and urban renewal.
McCallion urges council teamwork
During her inaugural address, Mayor McCallion praised council members for being responsive to residents and stated that she looked forward to “working as a team”.