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Nothing Casual about it: Hotel Faces Employees’ Class Action over Employment Benefit Changes

Sep 29, 2023

Hotel faces employees' class action over employment benefit changes.

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“Mend your speech a little, lest it may mar your fortunes”: Are Employee Defamation Cases A Fool’s Errand?

Sep 27, 2023

This bulletin discusses the recent decision in Williams v. Vac Developments Limited regarding gag defamation proceedings commenced by employers.

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Overholding in Commercial Leasing

Sep 27, 2023

The concept of overholding is often misunderstood and deserves more attention in commercial leases, given the significant consequences for landlords and tenants.

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Competition Act Amendments on a Rocket Docket

Sep 26, 2023

Bill C-56 introduces amendments to the Competition Act, which are described as addressing rising grocery prices, but which have much broader implications.

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A Shopping Cart of Competition Law Changes

Sep 18, 2023

The Government announced amendments to the Competition Act as part of its announcement regarding combatting escalating grocery prices.

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CRA Audit Requirements: Can a Taxpayer Contest Unreasonable Deadlines?

Sep 18, 2023

When the CRA demands information or documents within an unreasonable period, what options are available? A recent decision of the FCA offers some guidance.

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Deadline for Federally Regulated Employers to Provide Existing Employees with Employment Statements Fast Approaching

Sep 18, 2023

Amendments to the Canada Labour Code require federally regulated employers to provide existing employees with employment statements by October 7, 2023.

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New “Safety Index” for Heavy Vehicles to Be Developed by Quebec

Sep 13, 2023

The Quebec Standards Bureau is set to develop and publish by November 2024 a safety index for heavy vehicles to protect vulnerable road users.

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Expansion of OSFI’s Powers to Supervise Non-Financial Risks: Compliance Challenges for FRFIs

Sep 12, 2023

On September 6, 2023, OSFI issued a letter to industry outlining its steps to supervise emerging non-financial risks.