Proposed Regulations and Distribution of Recreational Cannabis in Canadian Provinces and Territories
On April 13, 2017, the Federal Government introduced Bill C-45, An Act respecting cannabis and to amend the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, the Criminal Code and other Acts (the “Act”). Once […]
New Investment Powers: Prudent Investor Standard and Legal List Amendments
1. NEW PRUDENT INVESTOR STANDARD Prudent Investor Regime Section 418.1 of the Municipal Act, 2001 (the “Act“) that authorizes municipalities (other than the City of Toronto) to opt into the prudent investor […]
Prudent Investor Legislative Provisions Update – Third
On Monday, October 10, 2017 the Ministry of Municipal Affairs posted on Ontario’s Regulatory Registry a summary of proposed regulatory changes under the Municipal Act, 2001 and the City of Toronto Act, 2006. […]
WeirFoulds keeps delegates charged at OPPI Conference 2017
WeirFoulds is proud to be a gold sponsor of the 2017 Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) Conference.
WeirFoulds Infrastructure Forum featured in ReNew Canada
On September 12, 2017 WeirFoulds hosted its annual Infrastructure Forum to discuss municipal infrastructure projects that can revitalize downtown areas and serve as drivers of economic development.
Prudent Investor Legislative Provisions Update
We have been advised by a communications official at the Ministry of Municipal Affairs that the prudent investor provisions under the Municipal Act, 2001 (the “Act”) are expected to be proclaimed in force next week (no reference however to the relevant regulations).
Pumping the Brakes: New Regulations Aim to Limit the Impact of Short-Term Rentals in Toronto
The rise of the “sharing economy” has spawned many new industries, but perhaps one of the most prominent (together with ride sharing) has been the explosion in “vacation rental by owner” services, led most prominently in Canada by Airbnb. These short-term rental platforms operate worldwide, generally without regulation. The City of Toronto (the “City”), however, is seeking to change this trend. On June 12, the City’s Municipal Licensing and Standards division released a number of proposed regulations that could seriously impact the short-term rental market in Toronto. These regulations aim to increase the availability of permanent affordable rental housing by curbing the number of short-term rentals available, especially in the downtown core.
Bill 139, Building Better Communities and Conserving Watersheds Act, 2017
On May 30, 2017, Bill 139 passed first reading. Bill 139 would, among other things, continue the Ontario Municipal Board (“OMB”) under the new name “Local Planning Appeal Tribunal” (“LPAT” or “Tribunal”), and amend the Planning Act to revise the jurisdiction and authority which the OMB had previously exercised.
Panic in Wychwood Park?
On May 18, 2017, the Ontario Court of Appeal (“the Court”) released its decision in Black v. Owen. The appeal concerned the enforceability of the appellants’ legal obligation to pay an […]
Fact Sheet: Changes to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe
On May 18, 2017, the Government of Ontario released the updated Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (“Growth Plan”). The new Growth Plan will come into effect on July 1, […]
Residential Landlords Beware! Toronto By-law Creates Onerous New Obligations
On March 28, 2017, Toronto City Council adopted Agenda Item LS17.1, which authorizes the creation of a new by-law (the “By-law”) to govern apartment buildings in Toronto, and creates significant […]
Bill 68: Proposed Amendments Have Far-Reaching Implications
Bill 68, Modernizing Ontario’s Municipal Legislation Act, 2017, received second reading and was referred to the Standing Committee on Social Policy on March 23, 2017. Bill 68 proposes a number of amendments to the Municipal Act, 2001, the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act and the Municipal Elections Act which could have a significant impact on how municipalities and their councils function.
New Record Keeping Requirements for Ontario Corporate Land Owners
On December 10, 2016, amendments to various statutes in Ontario will come into force with some significant changes relating to record keeping obligations for Ontario corporations regarding land owned by […]
Toronto Ponders Controversial New Parking Tax to Help Balance City Books
Counsel advising shareholders of private corporations need to pay careful heed to the Ontario Court of Appeal decision in Frye v. Frye Estate.
WeirFoulds Lawyers Recognized in 2017 Best Lawyers® in Canada Directory
WeirFoulds is pleased to announce that 27 of our lawyers have been listed in the 2017 edition of Best Lawyers® in Canada. WeirFoulds has proudly earned 45 rankings in 21 […]