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Disabilities are much more common and diverse than many may think. A 2017 Statistics Canada study found that an estimated one in five Canadians (6.2 […]
How Does the Court Accommodate Clients with Accessibility Needs? Read More
In the world of business, especially for small businesses trying to carve out a unique identity, establishing brand recognition and brand protection are critical to
From Idea to Identity: Why Trademarks Are a Must for Small Businesses Read More
We at Barriston know that your employment is critical to your identity, personal success, and security. The Supreme Court of Canada has also noted this.
What Should I Do If I Believe I’ve Been Wrongfully Dismissed? Read More
Amendment to O. Reg. 258/98 under the Courts of Justice Act (Rules of the Small Claims Court) The Small Claims Court is intended to be
Changes to the Small Claims Court Read More
Highlights of Ontario’s proposed Municipal Accountability Act, 2024, and Peel Transition Implementation Act, 2024 The Ontario government has introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at
Between ridesharing, food delivery, courier services, and even grocery shopping, the prevalence of digital platform work continues to grow at an exponential pace. With an
The Digital Platform Workers’ Rights Act, 2022 – Comes into effect July 1, 2025 Read More
President Donald J. Trump has announced his intention to place significant tariffs on Canada. In response, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that Canada intends to
How Can Impacted Employers Respond to U.S. Tariffs? Read More
In 2020, the provincial government introduced amendments to section 37 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13 (the “Act”). These amendments served to replace
From Bonusing to Benefits: A brief overview of Section 37.1 of the Planning Act Read More
Pursuant to section 45 of the Trademarks Act, any person, including the Registrar of Trademarks, has the authority to issue a section 45 Notice against
What is a Section 45 Notice? Protecting Your Trademark from Expungement Read More
