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While it is common knowledge that there are tax consequences in relation to spousal support in Canada, i.e. taxable to the recipient and tax deductible[...]

Introduction: Lessons from a Recent BC Incident In January 2026, a routine landscaping project in Kamloops, British Columbia, became a cautionary tale for property owners[...]

Franchises are an attractive business model in Canada, and with good reason: franchisees can start their own business with the added comfort of working within[...]

Entering into a franchise relationship is a major business decision for both franchisors and franchisees, carrying long-term implications for everyone involved. Each party brings its[...]

Cottages often carry decades of memories—but they also carry big estate planning risks, especially as property values skyrocket. A recent Ontario decision, Haddock v. Haddock,[...]

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as “forever chemicals,” are persistent synthetic compounds used in a variety of products, including firefighting foams, non-stick cookware,[...]

The 2025 Ontario Court of Appeal decision of Gallant v Johnson (2025 ONCA 419) demonstrates the limitations of the Court to fix for the parties[...]

As of January 1, 2026, new changes to the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”) have come into effect. These changes arise from the[...]

In Ontario (Director, Family Responsibility Office) v. Petersoo, 2025 ONCJ 569, Justice Stanley Sherr delivers a compelling and instructive decision on the enforcement of child[...]