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April 24, 2024
Ontario court certifies class action against Binance over allegedly illegal crypto derivative sales
The Ontario Superior Court has certified a class action against cryptocurrency trading platform Binance concerning sales of cryptocurrency derivative products that were allegedly illegal and void as Binance failed to file a prospectus or register as required under the Ontario Securities Act (OSA).
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April 24, 2024
The death of Walter Gillespie | Sam Goldstein
Walter Gillespie, a New Brunswick man who spent more than a score of years in jail for a murder he did not commit, died last week, a few months after being exonerated for murder. Alas, the wheels of justice ground exceedingly slowly for Gillespie. As James Lockyer, who fought for Gillespie’s exoneration, told The Globe and Mail, “We’re just glad he managed to clear his name before he died.”
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April 23, 2024
N.S. gets new justice minister amid comments controversy
Nova Scotia has a new justice minister following the sudden resignation of Brad Johns, who stepped down after making controversial comments about domestic violence.
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April 23, 2024
Proposed takeover could harm grain-purchasing and canola oil markets: Competition Bureau
The proposed acquisition of leading Canadian grain handling business Viterra Limited by the Canadian arm of international agribusiness and food giant Bunge Global SA would have substantial anti-competitive effects, including a significant loss of rivalry between the companies in the agricultural markets they operate in, the Competition Bureau has determined. .
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April 23, 2024
Feds appoint Industrial Inquiry Commission on West Coast ports’ long-shoring disputes
Federal Minister of Labour Seamus O’Regan Jr. has announced the appointment of an Industrial Inquiry Commission regarding the underlying issues present in long-shoring labour disputes at the ports on the West Coast.
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April 23, 2024
Federation of Ontario Law Associations 2023 winners announced
The three winners of the Federation of Ontario Law Associations awards — Michelle Gerrits, Mary-Jo Petsche and Kellie-Ann Day — were announced in a press release from the organization.
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April 23, 2024
AI, protecting yourself from bad actors | Connie L. Braun and Juliana Saxberg
While it is true that many people believe that laws and regulations are enacted only to limit us, laws and regulations are actually in place to guide us about how to conduct ourselves properly in life and business. Common standards and shared values, consideration of others and responsible behaviour all contribute to a society that functions well. Some people will use tools, intended for good, in harmful ways — ways that disregard laws and regulations. The same applies to the use of AI, with individuals finding ways to impersonate, cheat, manipulate and deceive — anything you can think of to exploit others.
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April 22, 2024
Ontario Court certifies class action against Ticketmaster over secondary sales by resellers
The Ontario Superior Court has certified a class action against Ticketmaster over allegations that the company deliberately facilitated or turned a blind eye to professional resellers who purchased more tickets than permitted in the primary market.
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April 22, 2024
CBSA announces delay in launch of new trade management system
A potential strike by Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) workers will delay the launch of its CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) system, according to an agency update.
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April 22, 2024
Three judicial appointments announced in Saskatchewan
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada Arif Virani announced three new appointments to Saskatchewan's judicial courts, a news release from the Department of Justice announced.