Bar says it ‘likely’ will appeal B.C. ruling that lawyer independence doesn’t require self-regulation
Law Society of B.C. president Thomas Spraggs said the legal regulator ‘remains deeply concerned about the Act and we are reviewing the decision to consider next steps, including a possible appeal, as well as how the decision may impact the public and the legal profession.’
Friday, May 01, 2026 @ 11:17 AM
Last Updated: Friday, May 01, 2026 @ 2:03 PM
Heralding a significant shift in the Canadian legal landscape, the British Columbia Supreme Court has rejected the legal profession’s constitutional challenge to the B.C. Legal Professions Act — legislation that would end more than 150 years of lawyer self-governance and self-regulation by benchers elected from the provincial bar. ... [read more]
Law delaying redrawing of Quebec voting boundaries an infringement of voting rights: SCC
Friday, May 01, 2026 @ 5:38 PM
The Supreme Court of Canada has confirmed there was an unjustified infringement on Quebec residents’ voting rights due to a law that interrupts the process of determining electoral boundaries. ... [read more]
Court finds non-priority insurer liable after failure to pay, notify priority insurer
Friday, May 01, 2026 @ 4:53 PM
The Ontario Court of Appeal has overturned an order requiring two insurers to share responsibility for accident benefits, finding that an arbitrator reasonably held the first insurer fully liable after it failed to pay benefits and notify the insurer that would otherwise have been responsible. ... [read more]
B.C. expands early resolution program for family law matters
Thursday, April 30, 2026 @ 4:51 PM
British Columbia is expanding its early resolution process for family law matters to 35 additional provincial court locations, aiming to help more families resolve disputes outside of court and reduce pressure on the court system. ... [read more]
Court grants interpleader application over mining royalties amid corporate control dispute
Thursday, April 30, 2026 @ 4:24 PM
The Ontario Court of Appeal has allowed a mine operator to pay disputed royalty funds into court, overturning a ruling that found no adverse claims to support interpleader relief amid a battle for control of the owner of the mining rights. ... [read more]