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May 03, 2024
3 partners join Alexander Holburn
A news release from law firm Alexander Holburn announced the addition of three new partners: Chris Reain, Emily Stock and Nicola Brankley.
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May 02, 2024
Federal Court: Physician business information for OMA survey not protected under PIPEDA
The Federal Court has upheld a finding that a study on the overhead expenses incurred by physicians, which required the disclosure of physicians’ personal information, was not a commercial activity within the meaning of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
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May 02, 2024
Judicial appointment in Tax Court announced
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada Arif Virani announced the appointment of Sophie Matte an associate judge of the Tax Court of Canada, a news release from the Department of Justice announced.
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May 02, 2024
New partner joins Dentons Vancouver
Raphael Tachie joined Dentons as a partner in the firm’s national tax group.
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May 01, 2024
Federal government touts progress in reducing cellphone bills
Ottawa is claiming victory in its ongoing effort to reduce telecom prices in Canada, despite approving last year’s Rogers-Shaw merger.
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May 01, 2024
Saskatchewan Court of Appeal upholds SaskPower immunity finding in fire liability case
The Saskatchewan Court of Appeal has upheld a finding that Saskatchewan Power Corporation (SaskPower) was, under the Power Corporation Act (PCA) and terms and conditions of service, immune from liability for a fire that destroyed an industrial shop and a residence.
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May 01, 2024
3 new judges appointed to Ontario Court of Justice
A news release from the Ontario government announced the judicial appointment of Joanna Harris, Jason Miller and Sara Mintz to the province’s Court of Justice, effective May 9, 2024.
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May 01, 2024
Ecojustice declares disappointment in plastic pollution treaty negotiations
Canada’s largest environmental law charity is expressing dismay with the results of negotiations to reach a global plastic pollution treaty, which wound up in Ottawa this week.
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May 01, 2024
Open letter to benchers: Contemplations for the next treasurer election| Joseph Groia
Since 1797, the Law Society of Ontario (LSO) has enjoyed the privilege of self-regulation for lawyers. This independence allows lawyers and paralegals to govern themselves free from the political winds of the day. The LSO regulates in the public interest to ensure that all of its members demonstrate competence, ethical behaviour and adherence to the rules. Even after 236 years, this mandate for benchers remains unchanged.
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April 30, 2024
Environmental audits point to failings in several federal government programs
An $8 billion federal program aimed at curbing Canada’s largest industrial greenhouse gas emitters has only signed up five companies since its launch in 2020, according to an audit by the federal commissioner of environment and sustainable development.