Friday, April 17, 2026 @ 5:46 PM
The Supreme Court of Canada has clarified 9-0 that the Court of Quebec does have jurisdiction to hear the Crown’s proceeds-of-crime forfeiture motions pursuant to statutory rules that operate independently of trial and sentencing, even when criminal charges against the holders of the seized property have been stayed. ... [read more]
Monday, April 20, 2026 @ 4:01 PM
The Federal Court of Appeal has ruled that surgical gloves do not qualify for duty-free import under a tariff provision covering goods “for use in” surgical instruments, rejecting a Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) finding that they were sufficiently connected to scalpels in surgical use. ... [read more]
Monday, April 20, 2026 @ 3:27 PM
This month, the Ontario Bar Association (OBA) launched its Rule of Law campaign in which local lawyers host discussions in their communities to help the public better understand the rule of law and its everyday importance to democracy. ... [read more]
Monday, April 20, 2026 @ 1:44 PM
In a decision released on April 16, the Federal Court awarded a prison inmate significant damages for injuries he sustained after being assaulted by a guard and for a breach of his Charter s. 7 right to security of the person, but stopped short in agreeing with the plaintiff’s argument that Correctional Service Canada (CSC) is unwilling to discipline staff for misconduct. ... [read more]
Friday, April 17, 2026 @ 4:45 PM
Canada’s government is looking for feedback on how to update labour relations policy for federally regulated industries. ... [read more]
Criminal
Successful murder appeal includes assessment of ‘expert-like’ evidence and personal opinion
Wills, Trusts & Estates
No contest clauses beyond will challenges: Can estate litigation result in disinheritance?
