(Un)Protecting Children: Refuting Danielle Smith’s Policies on 2SLGBTQ+ Healthcare, Education and Sports 03 juin 2024 Brandon Bova (he/him) This article by Brandon Bova, an incoming 3L at Osgoode Law School, analyzes and critiques the policies proposed by Albertan politician Danielle Smith on January 31, 2024, through a medical, social, and legal lens.
What UR Pride Tells Us About Fundamental Rights and Freedoms in Canada 03 juin 2024 Mark Ziman Smith (He/Him) This article is the winner of the 2024 SOGIC Student Article Competition. Written by University of Toronto incoming 2L Mark Ziman Smith, this article discusses how the notwithstanding clause, as used in UR Pride Centre for Sexuality and Gender Diversity v. Government of Saskatchewan et al, fits into the legal landscape and affects minority rights.
Case Comment: Miceli v. TD General Insurance Company, 2024 03 juin 2024 Domenic Nicassio, Beneva Lawyers Where claimants are injured by hot liquids or coffee while inside an automobile, an application for accident benefits was subject to a preliminary motion to determine if an “accident” occurred pursuant to s.3(1) of the SABS.
What's New in Pension and Benefits - Summer 2024 03 juin 2024 Michelle Rival and Evan Shapiro, WTW and Leslie Steeves, Mercer Recent updates in Ontario and federal pension legislation, regulatory policy and caselaw.
The First Home Savings Account – A Key to Savings for First-Time Home Buyers 28 mai 2024 Jennifer Corak, Michael Ding and Sanaya Mistry, WeirFoulds LLP With the increase in housing prices, the announcement of the First Home Savings Account (“FHSA”) in 2023 was welcome news for many Canadians. In this article, Jennifer Corak, Michael Ding and Sanaya Mistry discuss some key questions related to the FHSA, including at a high level what it is, how it can be used and what happens if an individual dies holding an FHSA.
Brief Update on Technology in Estates Litigation – Calendly and CaseLines 27 mai 2024 Krystyne Rusek, OBA Trusts and Estates Law Section co-Technology Liaison (2023-2024) In this article, Krystyne Rusek, the OBA Trusts and Estates Law Section co-Technology Liaison for the 2023-2024 term, provides an update on technology in estates litigation. Specifically, she discusses the use of Calendly and CaseLines.
Capacity and Consent by Children and Youth: Legal Standards and Best Practices 27 mai 2024 Brittany Ross-Fichtner The article discusses the April 25, 2024 Child and Youth Law Section program titled, “Capacity and Consent by Children and Youth: Legal Standards and Best Practices."
High Conflict Divorce: Tips from the Trenches 27 mai 2024 Steven Benmor, principal lawyer at Benmor Family Law Group In the field of family law, clients' emotions run high and that is often a driving force in their selection of legal counsel. Steve Benmor provides some tips that he has successfully employed in his practice to navigate hostile divorce litigation.
Rights Unrecognized: Mia’s Story 27 mai 2024 Laura Pettigrew The article discusses the Ontario Ombudsman's investigative report entitled "Rights Unrecognized: Mia's Story."
Limitations to CRA Audit Powers in Canada (National Revenue) v. Chad: Taxpayer “Reasonable Efforts” and the Minister’s Applications for Compliance Orders 27 mai 2024 Milosz Zak and Gaya Berkaine The decision in Canada v. Chad, saw Mr. Chad meet the “reasonable efforts” threshold when unsuccessfully obtaining information of non-residents. Consequently, the Court refused to grant a compliance order sought by the Minister. The decision is a study of the Income Tax Act compliance order process and a reminder of the limits of the CRA’s audit powers where taxpayers are unable to obtain the documents requested from others outside of Canada.