Buyer’s Remorse: Asset Purchaser Liable for Pre-Closing Employment Liabilities of Vendor
Nov 29, 2024In a recent British Columbia decision, an asset purchaser was held liable for the pre-closing employment-related liabilities of the vendor.
Reducing NSF Fees: Proposed Regulations Amending the Financial Consumer Protection Framework Regulations
Nov 27, 2024The Governor in Council announced a proposal to amend regulations aimed at reducing non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees.
Federal Court of Appeal Upholds Arrears Interest on Non-Existent Tax Debts: Bank of Nova Scotia v Canada, 2024 FCA 192
Nov 27, 2024The Federal Court of Appeal upheld the charging of "arrears interest" on notional income tax liabilities that are completely offset by carry-backs.
Capital Markets Tribunal Decision Confirms Legality of Hedging Transactions Despite Public Interest Concerns
Nov 27, 2024The recent ruling by the Capital Markets Tribunal underscores the inherent tension between investor protection and the goals of market efficiency and fostering.
Here We Go Again: Employers Ordered to Pay $10,000 in Moral and Punitive Damages for Improper Termination Conduct
Nov 27, 2024Three recent Ontario decisions reinforce the importance of proper termination protocols due to the ever-evolving risk of moral and punitive damage awards.
Halt to Key Startup Programs in Québec: Assessing the Impact on Québec’s Startup Ecosystem
Nov 27, 2024Québec halts funding to startups programs.
Take Note – New Guidance Issued for Mandatory Supply Chain Reporting Requirements
Nov 26, 2024Public Safety Canada has released updated guidance to clarify and address questions relating to forced labour and child labour reporting requirements in 2025.
Ontario’s Capital Markets Tribunal Re-Frames the Public Interest Standard in Riot Platforms, Inc. v Bitfarms Ltd. and Ontario Securities Commission
Nov 26, 2024The Ontario Capital Markets Tribunal creates a new standard for exercising its public interest power where a cease trade order for a rights plan is sought.
Plan Ahead: CIPO’s Adjustments to Its Fees Come Into Effect on January 1, 2025
Nov 26, 2024CIPO government fees will increase in 2025. Where possible, applicants and registrants may wish to take action before the 2025 fees come into effect.
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