Business
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November 07, 2024
Canadian immigration demand surges following Trump re-election
Following President Donald Trump’s re-election, a wave of American democrats are grappling with the implications of another Trump term. Many feel disillusioned by what they perceive as a leadership characterized by authoritarianism, divisiveness, and undemocratic values. For some, this frustration has spurred thoughts of relocating, with Canada emerging as a top choice due to its geographic proximity and cultural similarities.
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November 06, 2024
Alberta bill changes electoral boundaries, rules for court evidence
The Alberta government has introduced legislation that it says will ensure fairer electoral representation and increase access to justice.
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November 06, 2024
Report reviews new drugs’ potential impact on future drug spending in Canada
The Patented Medicine Prices Review Board has released an extensive listing of new medicines in the late stages of clinical evaluation that it predicts may “significantly impact clinical practice or drug spending in the coming years.”
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November 06, 2024
A punch could lead to liability headache | Jasmine Daya
A few years ago, I received a phone call from my security alarm company advising that the alarm was going off at Pravda Vodka Bar, an iconic downtown Toronto nightclub that I had purchased in 2020.
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November 06, 2024
How Trump’s win impacts Canada: Immigration, trade opportunities for Americans
With Donald Trump re-elected as U.S. president, Canada now faces a range of impacts that could affect its policies and relationships across multiple areas, including immigration, trade, defence and climate. Trump’s focus on strict immigration controls, “America-first” economic policies and his defence priorities are likely to shape the dynamics of U.S.-Canada relations, driving many to explore Canada as an alternative destination. Here’s a look at what Trump’s win could mean for Canada.
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November 05, 2024
B.C. Court of Appeal rules forum selection clause in property deal was not binding due to wording
The British Columbia Court of Appeal has allowed an appeal in a case where a forum selection clause gave Alberta courts jurisdiction on matters arising from a property purchase agreement. The court discussed the usage of the terms “submit” and “attorn” in such clauses, ruling the chambers judge erred in interpreting the agreement.
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November 05, 2024
Residential mortgage delinquencies remain low, despite potential signs of risk, says CMHC
The delinquency rate on Canadian residential mortgages remains well below the pre-pandemic level despite higher interest rates, according to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC).
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November 05, 2024
The boundaries of privilege and confidentiality in arbitration and related proceedings
The delicate balance between transparency and confidentiality often conflicts in the context of legal discovery. While privilege is essential for the effective administration of our justice system by protecting sensitive information and fostering open communication between counsel and clients, its application to specific documents can be murky (Lizotte v. Aviva Insurance Company of Canada, 2016 SCC 52). This is particularly true for dispute resolution proceedings and their respective pleadings.
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November 05, 2024
Draft amendments to Canada’s new trust reporting rules proposed
Only one year after implementing new reporting rules for trusts under the Income Tax Act, the federal government is already proposing a number of amendments to the reporting regime.
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November 04, 2024
Non-financial co-op sector sees significant increases after COVID downturn
Non-financial co-operatives in Canada continued to rise in 2022 after seeing declines in 2020 during the pandemic, according to the latest data from Statistics Canada.