Judge followed wrong procedure in granting strike injunction, Ontario court says
Stephen Moreau of Cavalluzzo LLP, who represented CUPW, said the union is gratified that the rights it and its members have to be properly heard was affirmed by the Court of Appeal.
Monday, July 20, 2026 @ 12:59 PM
Ontario’s top court has ruled that a motion judge used the wrong section of the provincial Courts of Justice Act (CJA) to grant an injunction in a labour dispute, and a lawyer representing the union involved says the decision lays to rest any debate over the correct procedural avenue to follow in similar situations. ... [read more]
Feds launch public consultation to strengthen AI transparency
Friday, July 24, 2026 @ 2:19 PM
On July 23, the federal government launched a public consultation “seeking views on how to strengthen transparency for AI systems and AI-generated outputs.” ... [read more]
Ottawa seeks comments on wide-ranging package of draft tax proposals
Thursday, July 23, 2026 @ 4:54 PM
Ottawa is seeking public comments on a package of draft tax proposals, including an amendment that would reinstate accelerated capital cost allowances for eligible liquefied natural gas (LNG) equipment and related buildings at low-carbon LNG facilities. ... [read more]
B.C. Court of Appeal affirms class-member discovery orders not appealable as of right
Thursday, July 23, 2026 @ 3:47 PM
The B.C. Court of Appeal has affirmed that orders permitting or refusing discovery from class members cannot be appealed as of right, ruling that a chambers judge correctly treated prior appellate obiter on the court’s jurisdiction as authoritative. ... [read more]
N.W.T. brings more laws into force to protect victims of family violence
Thursday, July 23, 2026 @ 2:58 PM
The Northwest Territories has new legislation to better support victims of family violence, including laws that formally recognize stalking, give people greater ability to protect themselves and allow victims to sue perpetrators. ... [read more]