The Complete Brief
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December 23, 2025
RIBO proposes updated supervision framework for insurance brokers
On Nov. 3, the Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO) released proposed changes to the supervision requirements applicable to RIBO licensees for public consultation (the proposed changes). According to RIBO, the proposed changes are intended to strengthen the effectiveness of supervision and promote closer compliance by licensees with applicable laws and regulatory guidance.
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December 23, 2025
Court adjourns veterans’ benefits class action pending outcome of proposed retroactive legislation
The Federal Court has adjourned a certification motion in a proposed class action challenging the practice of prorating certain indexation adjustments for veterans’ benefits pending the outcome of proposed legislation that could end the class action.
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December 23, 2025
$16.5M settlement reached in N.B. police sexual abuse case
A proposed $16.5-million settlement has been reached in a New Brunswick class action that claimed that a police officer committed sexual abuse against the class, which also led to other types of harm.
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December 23, 2025
Quebec Crown prosecutors lose legal battle over working conditions
Quebec Crown prosecutors, disenchanted by the provincial government’s unilateral decision to ignore several recommendations made by an arbitrator appointed by both parties over their normative working conditions, lost a legal battle after the Quebec Superior Court dismissed their application for judicial review. The decision capped a bleak year for the Quebec Association of Public Prosecutors for Criminal and Penal Prosecutions (APPCP).
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December 23, 2025
Jordan D. Simon promoted to shareholder at Ogletree Deakins
Jordan D. Simon has been promoted to shareholder at Ogletree Deakins in Toronto, the firm announced.
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December 23, 2025
CUSTODY, PARENTING, AND ACCESS - Decision-making authority
Appeal by J.A. from trial orders concerning parenting responsibilities, spousal support, child support for his stepson T.J., and reimbursement for missing Euros. Cross-appeal by K.A. from the trial judge’s costs order.
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December 22, 2025
Court denies higher contingency fee in case tied to Indian Day Schools settlement
In a case relating to the Indian Day Schools class action settlement, the Federal Court of Appeal has denied a law firm’s appeal for a five per cent contingency fee, noting class counsel involved in proceedings had a lower rate.
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December 22, 2025
Court allows $611,845 deposit forfeiture, rules extension did not waive timeliness clause
The Alberta Court of King’s Bench has permitted a vendor to retain a $611,845 deposit in a $7.6-million land sale after the buyer failed to close on time, finding that agreed extensions did not constitute a waiver of the contract’s “time is of the essence” clause.
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December 22, 2025
Alberta court strikes down law society oath of allegiance over religious rights
Alberta’s top court has ruled that the provincial law society’s requirements to swear allegiance to the monarch violated a Sikh man’s religious rights under the Charter.
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December 22, 2025
Class action certified against RBC over Ponzi-type scheme
The Alberta Court of King’s Bench has certified a class action against the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) in a case concerning a real estate investment Ponzi scheme.