In a bid to modernize and enhance identity verification processes, the Law Society of Ontario has announced the adoption of virtual verification for client identity, effective January 1, 2024. The …
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Law Society of Alberta’s Articling Placement Program offers safe exit for students facing harassment, discrimination
In an effort to assist articling students facing unsafe or untenable situations due to harassment or discrimination during their articles, the Law Society of Alberta has implemented the Articling Placement …
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Law Society of BC Benchers approve IERM report recommendations to improve Indigenous cultural safety
Law Society of BC Benchers unanimously approved the Indigenous Engagement in Regulatory Matters report and recommendations at the July 14, 2023 meeting. The objective of the report, created by the Indigenous Engagement …
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Amendments to the Code of Professional Conduct for British Columbia’s provisions on discrimination, harassment and sexual harassment have been approved and adopted by the Benchers at their July 14 meeting. The changes …
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The Law Society of Ontario honored several distinguished individuals with a degree of Doctor of Laws, honoris causa (LLD) at the Call to the Bar ceremonies held earlier this month. An LLD …
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Law Society of Ontario issues reminder about amendments to mandatory disclosure rules in the Income Tax Act
In the Budget Implementation Act 2023, the federal government has expanded the mandatory disclosure rules in the Income Tax Act (ITA). The impact of these changes may not be limited to tax practitioners …
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Thomson Reuters awarded $166 million contract by Ontario government for digital justice platform
Ontario’s justice system is set to undergo a transformative revolution as the provincial government has awarded Thomson Reuters a $166 million contract to develop an innovative digital platform. This cutting-edge …
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Ontario lawyer suspended indefinitely for failing to co-operate in sex-for-services complaint
An Ontario lawyer has been suspended from practice indefinitely until he fully complies with an investigation into alleged misconduct that included offering legal services in exchange for sexual favours. The …
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Taralyn Parr, McCarthy Tétrault LLP’s diversity director, named Catalyst Honours Champion for 2023
Taralyn Parr, director of diversity and inclusion at McCarthy Tétrault LLP, has been recognized by Catalyst for her work in accelerating progress for women by championing workplace inclusion. Parr is …
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Independent human rights board of inquiry to look into Nova Scotia man’s claim of workplace discrimination, sexual harassment
An independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Timothy Parsons vs. Bedford Investments Ltd., operating as Sunnyside Restaurant and True North Diner, will begin Monday, July 17, …