In MacDonald v. MacDonald 2025 ABKB 72 Justice Lema considered several important issues that often present themselves in family law cases. The first question posed was whether post-separation Mr. MacDonald was obliged to pay child and spousal support during the three-year period his salary, dividends, and share sale proceeds were deposited into the parties’ joint…
AS PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED IN THE RURAL VOICE: In the real estate world, a Right of First Refusal (“ROFR”) creates an opportunity for the holder of the right to match an offer made to purchase a property – it’s a “sort of” option to purchase that will arise in the future under certain circumstances. In the…
Running a condo corporation comes with a long list of responsibilities—and missing a single deadline can create headaches for boards and property managers alike. With deadlines spread across the fiscal year, it can be easy to miss something important. The Condominium Authority of Ontario’s (CAO) Condo Calendar Tool helps by offering a clear, customized visual…
Do Ontario employers have the right to terminate an employee’s employment “at any time” and in their “sole discretion”? In Dufault v. The Corporation of the Township of Ignace, 2024 ONSC 1029, the Honourable Madam Justice H. M Pierce of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice sitting at Thunder Bay held that they do not….
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Life can take unpredictable turns, and when an illness or injury disables you for an extended period, access to long-term disability (LTD) benefits can provide vital financial support. However, navigating the complexities of LTD benefits in Ontario can be challenging. This article offers an in-depth look at how LTD works, who qualifies, and what steps…
Canada is opening new permanent residency (PR) pathways for construction workers, a move aimed at tackling labor shortages and supporting the country’s growing housing needs. The initiative, announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), includes a significant provision: out-of-status construction workers may also be eligible to apply. Many out-of-status construction workers have been living…
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Written on behalf of Peter McSherry Many employees in Ontario endure difficult, even hostile, workplace environments for fear that quitting will forfeit their right to legal remedies. But what if the workplace has become so toxic that staying is no longer a reasonable option? In Ontario, employees may have legal recourse through a constructive dismissal…
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When people think of the Ontario Superior Court, they often picture judges, lawyers, and court clerks. However, another critical role in the justice system is that of a Court Services Officer (CSO). These professionals play a key part in ensuring that court proceedings run smoothly, safely, and efficiently. At Russell Alexander Collaborative Family Lawyers, we…
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It seemed a foregone conclusion that at today’s hearing, Ontario Chief Justice Geoffrey Morawetz would agree to allow a vote on the proposed plan to resolve the lawsuits against Canada’s insolvent tobacco companies. After all, December 12th had been set as a day for the vote some weeks ago and the vast majority of the vast…
A recent article in the Financial Post offered numerous tips for minimizing tax as you pass your assets on to your children (or whoever you want to pass them to). Click here to read the article. Something that all of the ideas have in common is that they involve planning. For many people, making a…
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