In-House Counsel
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October 29, 2024
Can executive employment contracts address possibility of violent attacks? | Frank Portman
The Toronto business community was shocked to awaken to the news that two senior executives of GFL, a publicly traded company, were shot at overnight in early October in their homes within one hour of each other. Later reports also suggested that police were investigating up to three possible arsons linked to GFL company sites.
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October 29, 2024
Google approved for $100M annual contribution, 5-year exemption from Online News Act
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has approved Google’s application allowing a $100 million annual contribution to Canadian news organizations through the Canadian Journalism Collective (CJC). It is the first decision made under the Online News Act Application and Exemption Regulations.
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October 29, 2024
When a holding company makes sense in estate law
The preparation of a will to direct and manage the transfer of assets between a person and their beneficiaries is often the primary focus in the estate planning process. What is not always considered by many is the role proper estate planning plays in the preservation of wealth and the minimization of taxes on the transfer of those assets.
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October 29, 2024
Navigating conveyancing transactions in the age of money laundering: The role of technology
The conveyancing process, essential for transferring property ownership, has become increasingly complex in the face of heightened concerns about money laundering. As financial crime becomes more sophisticated, real estate transactions are often used as vehicles for illicit activities. In this context, technology emerges as a crucial ally for legal professionals, helping to streamline processes, enhance security and ensure compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations. This article explores the impact of technology on conveyancing transactions in the current regulatory landscape.
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October 29, 2024
Cannabis at work: What employers and employees need to know
With the legalization of recreational cannabis in Canada, questions continue to swirl around its place in the workplace. For employees, the right to use cannabis outside of work may feel like a given. For employers, however, the focus remains squarely on safety, productivity and compliance with evolving policies and regulations.
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October 29, 2024
Enforcing termination clauses efficiently: Datastealth and Rule 21 | Gabriel Latner
It seems like every couple of years there’s a court decision that sparks a flurry of blog posts and articles about how this is a “wake-up call” and employers need to update their termination clauses to avoid having them declared unenforceable.
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October 28, 2024
Family violence against kids, youths and seniors hits highwater mark in 2023: Statistics Canada
Statistics Canada has painted a troubling statistical picture of the trends in family violence that were reported to police last year.
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October 28, 2024
N.S. Accessibility Advisory Board releases recommendations on workplaces
Nova Scotia disability and accessibility officials have released recommendations they have made to the province’s government around workplace recruitment policies, emergency evacuation practices and job accommodations.
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October 28, 2024
Mistakes to avoid when seeking leave to appeal in Ontario
There is no inherent right for litigants in Ontario to appeal a decision.
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October 25, 2024
Industry groups call for greater transparency and integration in Canadian carbon market
A group of 12 industry bodies and major firms have called on the federal and provincial governments to reform industrial carbon markets by removing interprovincial trade barriers and making the carbon credit market more transparent.