Recently, there has been an uptick in discussions about hate-motivated mischief in Canada. This article will answer frequently asked questions about this charge. What is mischief? Hate-motivated mischief is a type of mischief to property, an offence under section 430(1) of the Criminal Code of Canada. This provision of the Code prohibits: destroying or damaging…
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Brass knuckles are classified as banned weapons under section 84(1) of the Criminal Code and its regulations. This article delves into the legal intricacies surrounding brass knuckles, exploring their classification, the implications of their use in self-defence, the prohibition on possession, associated penalties, and the importance of legal representation when facing charges. What weapons are…
Return-to-office plans aren’t just operational, they’re legal. Employers who fail to align their policies with their practices could find themselves exposed to compliance issues, grievances, or litigation. As major employers across Canada, including RBC, Amazon, Meta, and CIBC, begin phasing employees back into the workplace, businesses of all sizes are reconsidering the structure of their…
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Express Entry applicants often find it confusing to understand how declaring a family member as “non-accompanying” affects their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. It is important to know how Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) treats non-accompanying spouses, partners, and children when calculating Express Entry points. Under Express Entry, family members include a spouse or…
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Written By: Lindsay Charles, Partner, and Emily Roti, Summer Student It is important to consider long-term disability (LTD) coverage to protect your financial future. Imagine being unable to work for months, or even years, due to a serious illness or injury. Without a steady paycheck, how would you cover your mortgage, utilities, groceries, or…
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While high-conflict family law trials are not the norm, they continue to overwhelm the justice system in numbers that seem to be escalating. JP v. KS 2025 BCCA 112 is such a case. The litigation began in September 2018 when the police were called by the parties’ 6-year-old daughter, who together with her brother, witnessed their…
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AS PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED IN THE RURAL VOICE: The Ontario Superior Court of Justice ruled on a case where the duties surrounding easements and who has the obligation to maintain an easement were at issue. An easement is a legal right to use another person’s land for a specified purpose and must have four characteristics to…
Shared amenities like party rooms enhance condominium living by providing spaces for social gatherings. However, on occasion, events in the amenities can give rise to potential liability concerns. For condominium corporations, implementing clear rules governing use of the party room and mandating insurance coverage for party room rentals is one way to help mitigate some…
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If an employee of one of Ontario’ publicly-assisted universities or colleges of applied arts and technology commits an act of sexual misconduct toward a student of an institution, what penalty should or must apply? Owing to a recent change in the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Act, the answer is entirely within the hands…
Experiencing a serious illness or injury can be life-changing, especially when it impacts your ability to work. Long-term disability (LTD) benefits act as a financial safety net for Canadians during these challenging times. Whether provided through group insurance plans, private disability policies, or the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), LTD benefits help individuals maintain financial stability…
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