Toronto’s “Harmonized” Comprehensive Zoning By-law: Who Will Guard the Guardians?
If you own property in Toronto or have development objectives in mind, Toronto’s comprehensive zoning by-law is a process you’ll want to follow carefully.
New Toronto Construction Association Chairman Brings Wealth of Experience to Role
Well-known construction and procurement lawyer, Glenn Ackerley, is the Toronto Construction Association’s newly appointed chairman for 2010.
Glenn Ackerley to head Toronto Construction Association
Partner at WeirFoulds LLP has been elected Chairman of the Toronto Construction Association.
City Hires Pitbull Lawyer
The City of Brampton has hired a Toronto lawyer to help defend the seizure of two dogs last month. Barnet Kussner of the firm Weirfoulds is on the case for […]
Ontario General Contractors Association Welcomes Supreme Court Tender Contract Ruling
A Supreme Court of Canada decision that found that British Columbia breached its own tender contract preserves the integrity of tendering and bidding, states the Ontario General Contractors Association.
New Toronto Construction Association Chair Sees a Growing Role for Lawyers
During the course of a legal career that has spanned two decades, newly elected Toronto Construction Association (TCA) chairman Glenn Ackerley has seen his fair share of change.
The Little Red Handbook for Municipal Councillors
An essential guide for municipal councillors, officers and staff, including municipal lawyers and lawyers in private practice, respecting clients who deal with municipalities in Ontario.
Toronto’s “Harmonized” Comprehensive Zoning By-law: Quis Custodiet Ipsos Custodes?
Toronto property owners with development objectives in mind will want to follow carefully the City of Toronto’s harmonization of pre-amalgamation zoning by-laws.
Councillor’s Repentance Solves Only Part of Problem
Toronto Councillor Adrian Heaps has seen the light – lamentably late, but he has come to his senses. Sort of.
Council’s Reckoning
Facing a tide of public indignation and two lawsuits, and with an election just nine months away, Toronto city councillors would be rash to continue flouting the law by covering […]
Mayor Hopes Integrity Commissioner Becomes Lonely
Hamilton mayor Fred Eisenberger wants the city’s newly appointed integrity commissioner to become the city’s very own “Maytag repair man.”
Bradford Issues Apology to Worker
Coun. John Bradford says he is sorry for his actions in harassing a city hall employee at work, but he intends to serve out his term of office.
Municipal Conflict of Interest Law: A Law in Conflict Based on Interest
Members of municipal councils and local boards are only human.
Conduct Complaint Subject of In-Camera Council Meeting
Toronto’s “Harmonized” Comprehensive Zoning By-Law: Update
WeirFoulds can advise you on how the City’s new comprehensive zoning by-law will affect your property.