If you are buying or selling a multi-unit residential property, it is critical that all pertinent matters relating to the purchase of the property are included in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale (the “Agreement” or the “APS”). If an issue comes up prior to closing and the Agreement is silent on that matter, the […]
By Andrew de Lotbinière McDougall QC
A significant majority of countries in the world have demonstrated that they see benefits in being a member of ICSID by ratifying the ICSID Convention…
By Andrew McDougall
It is true that Canada did not qualify for FIFA’s World Cup and did not dominate at the Winter Olympics. However, when it comes to the UNCITRAL Model…
By Paul W. Braunovan
The Seven Deadly Sins refers to a list of the most objectionable vices known to mankind, namely: wrath, greed, sloth, pride, lust, envy, and gluttony.…
When a Canadian business is asked to agree to a seat (or place) for an international arbitration, it should be concerned about the possibility of…
OTTAWA – Perley-Robertson, Hill & McDougall LLP/s.r.l. is pleased to announce Dirk Bouwer has been admitted to the partnership…
Canada will be on the international stage as the 2010 Winter Olympics are being held in Vancouver, British Columbia in February. As part of the federal…
By Warren L. Creates
The Harper government imposed a visitor visa requirement on all nationals of Mexico effective 14 July 2009. Defending this decision, the Prime…
By Gregory Sanders
There are many decisions involved in determining whether you should provide services individually (i.e. through a sole proprietorship) or through a…
By Christopher P. Morris
An employer’s duty to accommodate a chronic illness is a very significant issue in the workplace. Employers are statutorily required to accommodate…
The Trade-marks Opposition Board (“TMOB”) is an administrative tribunal that hears oppositions to Canadian trade-mark applications. If you are…
By Karin Pagé
Your business probably has a commercial general liability policy but do you really understand your coverage? Sadly, many businesses do not appreciate the…
By Keith A. MacLean
In January of 2009, Nortel Networks and its many subsidiaries filed for protection from its creditors in Canada, the United States, Europe and elsewhere.…
