Thirty lawyers from British Columbia have been awarded the King’s Counsel (KC) designation for their remarkable contributions to the legal profession. Among the awardees are lawyers from private practice, government, …
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2023
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Private equity firm TPG has announced its plans to acquire a majority stake in Elite, a business that provides financial and practice management solutions to law firms. The announcement was …
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Dave Leonard, CEO of McCarthy Tetrault, has been appointed chair of United Way Greater Toronto’s 2023 Community Campaign. This will be the largest fundraising campaign in the world, with 2,200 …
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AccommodationFeaturedWrongful Dismissal
Technology executive, fired after being hurt in car crash, awarded $80K by human rights tribunal
A technology executive, fired shortly after being injured in a car crash, has been awarded $80,000 by the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal — including $30,000 in damages for loss of …
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Opinion/CommentaryThe Conversation
Are you under digital distress? 3 ways tech-triggers may be affecting your mental health
By Brittany Harker Martin, University of Calgary Mental Health Week, which runs from May 1 to 7, provides an opportunity to reflect on our collective well-being. In addition to rising …
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The Ontario Government has announced the appointment of the Honourable Sharon Margaret Nicklas as the new Chief Justice of the Ontario Court of Justice. Doug Downey, the Attorney General of …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
B.C. Premier, Minister of Labour issue statement on International Workers’ Day
The Premier of British Columbia, David Eby, and Harry Bains, the Minister of Labour, have issued a statement recognizing International Workers’ Day and showing their support for the workers in …
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Workplace Legislation/Press Releases
Pooled Registered Pension Plan now available for certain employees, self-employed in New Brunswick
A pension plan designed for employees of small to mid-sized companies and people who are self-employed is now available in New Brunswick. The province has joined six other provinces in …
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New legislation has been proposed in British Columbia that aims to simplify the process of collecting money owed to individuals following a civil court decision. The Money Judgment Enforcement Act …
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Bennett Jones, a national law firm founded in Calgary in 1922, has announced the opening of a new office in Montréal. The firm’s expansion aims to provide better service to …