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Canadian Government Expands National Security Guidance

On March 24, 2021, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry announced that the government updated its National Security Guidelines.

COVID-19 Publications Mar 25, 2021
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When the Rubber Hits the Road: Practical Guidance for Automotive Companies to Comply with CUSMA

USMCA, CUSMA, T-MEC, CPTPP, Free Trade Agreements, Automotive Industry, International Trade, Duties, Global Affairs Canada.

COVID-19 Publications Mar 3, 2021
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More Clarity About the Impact of COVID-19 on Reasonable Notice Periods

Iriotakis v. Peninsula Employment Services Limited is the latest case to consider the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on reasonable notice periods.

COVID-19 Publications Feb 17, 2021
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Best practices for commercial landlords facing tenant insolvencies (adapted to the Province of Québec)

Many commercial landlords are increasingly alarmed that COVID-19 may cause a surge in tenant bankruptcies or restructurings.

COVID-19 Publications Feb 16, 2021
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Best Practices for Commercial Landlords Facing Tenant Insolvencies

Many commercial landlords are increasingly alarmed that COVID-19 may cause a surge in tenant bankruptcies or restructurings.

COVID-19 Publications Feb 4, 2021
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Court Considers Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Reasonable Notice Periods

Ontario’s Superior Court of Justice has issued a decision dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on reasonable notice periods.

COVID-19 Publications Jan 30, 2021
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When COVID met MAE in the Ordinary Course: Ontario Court Orders Buyer to Complete its M&A Transaction

The recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Fairstone Financial Holdings Inc. v Duo Bank of Canada has established an important precedent for the interpretation of material adverse effect clauses and covenants to carry on business in the ordinary course, both of which are common features of M&A transaction agreements.

COVID-19 Publications Jan 13, 2021
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Toronto Announces Reporting Obligation and Enhanced Measures for Employers

Citing rising cases in the city and increased strain on hospitals, the City of Toronto has enacted further measures to fight COVID-19, which include new requirements for employers.

COVID-19 Publications Jan 4, 2021
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Mandatory Vaccination Policies for Employees: Enforceable or a Shot in the Dark?

There are vaccines, and there will be (at some point) enough for everyone in Canada to receive it. But what happens if your employees refuse to be vaccinated?

COVID-19 Publications Dec 23, 2020
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CRA Simplifies Process for Deducting Work from Home Expenses

The CRA has announced two new permitted approaches for employers to claim deductions in respect of home office expenses incurred in 2020.

COVID-19 Publications Dec 22, 2020
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