Archived Webinars
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Best Practices for Organizations to Create Inclusive Workplaces for People with Disabilities
CPD for Lawyers: 1 EDI Hour for LSO CPD Reporting. CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
Join us for an engaging discussion with Lorin MacDonald, a human rights lawyer supporting people with disabilities. Lorin is an accessibility subject matter expert and the founder of HearVue, a social... -
Psychedelics: A Complex and Changing Regulatory Landscape Focused on Scientific Research and IP Protection
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Join our panel of industry experts for a complimentary webinar to learn about recent scientific research on psychedelic medicine, updates to the shifting regulatory landscape, and how to navigate the ... -
Discussion on the Metaverse: Part 2
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
The metaverse has the potential to transform the internet and following in its path will be a major challenge to data security and privacy. The metaverse is a sizeable database of personal and privat... -
Building More Homes Faster: Analyzing the Legislative Changes of Bill 23
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
Ontario’s housing crisis is well-documented. Supply and affordability issues have resulted in many residents being unable to secure an attainable home that suits their family’s needs. On October 25, 2... -
The Future of Sports Betting In Canada
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
There’s a buzz about the gaming industry. Both the regulated and unregulated sports betting markets are undergoing significant change around the world, but particularly in Canada. -
Managing the Challenges of Today’s Workforce: Attraction and Retention of Talent in an Era of Economic Uncertainty
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Hour of Substantive Credit for LSO CLE reporting. CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
As employers begin to recover from the massive disruption experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a real threat that the Canadian economy may move into a recession in the near future. Labo... -
Discussion on the Metaverse
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Substantive Hour
The definition of the Metaverse and what it means in a socio-economic and legal sense remains nebulous, but there is near consensus that interoperability and openness are cornerstones to a virtual wor... -
Reinventing You: Personal Branding and Authenticity in the Workplace
CPD for Lawyers: 1 Hour of Professionalism Credit for LSO CLE reporting. CPD for HRPA and CHRP Members: 1 Hour
Join the Aird & Berlis Women’s Initiative Co-Chairs, Adria Leung Lim and Jacqueline (Jack) Goslett, alongside Jeanne Lam, President of Wattpad, for an insightful conversation about reinventing yoursel... -
Condominium Development in Ontario: Legislative Updates, Best Practices and Market Trends
CPD for Lawyers: 2 Substantive Hours
Gain insight into condominium development in the current marketplace and what to expect in the future. -
Addressing Indigenous Consent for Infrastructure and Development Projects
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour
ACCESS ARCHIVEExternal Speakers: Darwin Hanna - Founding Partner, Callison & HannaCarol Anne Hilton - CEO & Founder, Indigenomics Institute and the Global Centre of In... -
Creating Inclusive Workplaces for Transgender Professionals
CPD Information: 1.25 EDI Professionalism Hours for LSO CLE Reporting, 1.25 hours for HRPA and CHRP Members
ACCESS ARCHIVEExternal Speaker:Emily O'Donohue - Director and Associate General Counsel, Ontario Teachers’ Pension PlanIn recognition of Pride Month 2022 in June, we are deli... -
Asian Canadians in the Legal Sector: Industry Leaders Talk Success, Challenges and the March Forward
CPD Information: 1 hour of EDI Professionalism Credit for LSO CLE reporting.
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Young Professionals: Navigating Your Career in the New World
CPD Information: 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members, 1 Hour of Professionalism Credit for Lawyers
ACCESS ARCHIVE External Speaker: Kate Devlin - Senior Counsel, Ernst & Young LLP Employment opportunities for young pr... -
Decision Making by the Declining Mind: How Friends and Family Can Help, and the Risk for Abuse
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
ACCESS ARCHIVE When a person’s mental capacity diminishes and they are unable to make their own decisions - often due to aging, illness or in... -
From the Locker Room to the Boardroom: Empowering Women Through Sport
CPD Information: 1 hour of EDI Professionalism Credit
ACCESS ARCHIVE In recognition of International Women’s Day, hear from four women lawyers whose involvement in sport has positioned them for success in their personal and professional lives, and ... -
Black Women Leaders: Diversity in the Legal Profession
CPD Information: 1 hour of EDI Professionalism Credit
ACCESS ARCHIVEExternal Speakers: Sarah Coderre - Partner | Lawyer & Co-Founder, Bow River Law LLPTasha De Freitas - Senior Associate | Lawyer & Patent Agent, Torys LLPBéatrice... -
2021 Year in Review: Top Labour and Employment Trends
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers, 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members
Access Archive Many of us hoped that 2021 would be the year that our lives returned to "normal." However, we spent the second year of the pandemic continuing to navigate the upheavals in our pers... -
Update on Psychedelics: Science and Capital Markets
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
ACCESS ARCHIVE External Speakers: Doug Drysdale, CEO - Cybin Sumant S. Kulkarni, Managing Director - Canaccord Genuity LLC David Wood, Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel - Psygen ... -
Private Business Leaders Talk Success & Innovation
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
ACCESS ARCHIVE External Speakers: Ribat Chowdhury - Co-Founder, The Happy Box Sana Virji - Co-Founder, The Happy Box Joe Glionna - President, Newcom Media Inc. Mike Kessel - Presi... -
Cannabis Sector Update: M&A, Financing, Legal Matters & More
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
ACCESS ARCHIVE External Speakers: Jordan Lewis - Founder, Chairman and President, Fotmer Life Sciences Dan Reid - Vice President, Corporate Development, Parallel ... -
Uncovering Canadian Cryptocurrency Challenges
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
ACCESS ARCHIVE Encrypted digital currencies - or cryptocurrencies - have risen in popularity as the world of international commerce moves faster t... -
Women Today: Caregiving, Career, Mental Health & Resilience
CPD Information: 1.25 Hours of Professionalism Credit for Lawyers and 1.25 Hours for HRPA and CHRP Members
ACCESS ARCHIVE External Speaker: Andrea Sadler, Occupational Therapist and Psychotherapist - Women's College Hospital Women working in all professions have felt an unprecedented impact on t... -
Post-Pandemic Planning for Employers: Next Steps for Reopening
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers and 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members
ACCESS ARCHIVE While there are still challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, significant increases in vaccination rates across Canada and improvements to key public health and health care indicat... -
5 Surprising Reasons Canada is a Premier Destination for Growing European Companies
CPD Information: 45 Minutes of Substantive Credit for Lawyers
External Speakers: Kristina McDougall - Principal & Founder, Artemis Canada Stephanie Scheifele - Director, Global Product Information, Dematic Maria Suarez - Market ... -
Expanding into Canada for Experts (And Non-experts Too!)
CPD Information: 45 Minutes of Substantive Credit for Lawyers, 30 Minutes for HRPA and CHRP Members
External Speakers: Kristina McDougall - Principal & Founder, Artemis Canada Samantha Mudaly - Director, People - Engineering & Technology, Turntide Technologies Sean Smith&... -
Indigenous Business Leaders Talk Employment, Industry & Growth
CPD Information: 1.25 Substantive Hour for Lawyers, 45 minutes for HRPA and CHRP Members
External Speakers: Laurie Froman, Director - Grand River Employment and Training Scott Hill, Vice President - Original Traders Energy ACCESS ARCHIVE ... -
The LGBTQ2+ Family: Family Law, Family Status & Workplace Accommodation
CPD Information: 1.25 Substantive Hours for Lawyers, 1.25 Hours for HRPA and CHRP Members
External Speakers: Sara R. Cohen, Fertility Lawyer - Fertility Law Canada Sandeep Nair, Manager of Business Operations - Pride at Work Canada ACCESS ARCHIVE ... -
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act: Legal Compliance with Web Accessibility and Accessibility Compliance Reports
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers, 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members
ACCESS ARCHIVE Under the legal requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), organizations with 20 or more employees in Ontario must submit an accessibi... -
Workplace Vaccinations: Legal Considerations and Recommendations for Employers
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers, 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members
ACCESS ARCHIVE With the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine ramping up around the world, employers are now raising questions about their return-to-work strategy, specifically focusing on the issue of work... -
Then and Now: Legal and Legislative Challenges Faced by Asian-Canadians
CPD: 15 minutes of EDI Professionalism Credit for Lawyers
External Speakers: Avvy Go - Clinic Director, Chinese and Southeast Asian Legal Clinic Angie Wong - Adjunct Professor, Lakehead University Indigenous Learning Department ACCESS AR... -
Privacy and Data Breach Response: Managing the Process, Notifications and Mitigating Damages
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speakers: Sandy Boucher - Principal, Forensics Advisory - Grant Thornton LLP Chris Cameron - Account Executive - The Magnes Group ACCESS ARCHIVE As the number of priv... -
Occupational Health & Safety: Lessons Learned From the Pandemic
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers, 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members
ACCESS ARCHIVE For employers, liab... -
The Escalation of Elder Abuse During COVID-19: Practical Strategies for Protecting Yourself and Loved Ones
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speakers: Laura Tamblyn Watts - CEO, CanAge - Canada’s National Seniors’ Advocacy Organization Raeann Rideout - Director, Provincial Partnerships & Outreac... -
Privacy and Data Breach Prevention: Safeguarding Your Business
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speakers: Claudiu Popa - CEO, Informatica Security ACCESS ARCHIVE As more people work from home during the pandemic, privacy and dat... -
2021 Business Planning for Young Leaders: Tips and Tricks for a Successful Year
CPD Information: 1 Hour of Professionalism Credit
External Speakers: Tyler Kirk - Vice President, Technology Banking, Silicon Valley Bank Daniel Rodic - Head of Market Development, Clearbanc Samantha Rogers - Co-Founder and Chief Strategis... -
Examination and Discussion of the Duty of Honesty in Contractual Performance
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
ACCESS ARCHIVE The Supreme Court of Canada recently clarified and expanded the scope of the duty to act honestly in the performance of a contract (known as duty of good faith), as previously recognize... -
Outlook on the Canadian Mining Sector: Opportunities for Growth and Investment
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speaker: Bruce Sprague - National Mining Leader, BDO ACCESS ARCHIVE The Canadian mining sector has experienced a resurgence throughout 2020, with a significant rise in the number of... -
Top Labour and Employment Trends From 2020: Preparing for the Unpredictable
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers, 1 Hour for CHRP and HRPA Members
ACCESS ARCHIVE 2020 was a year no one could have predicted. We watched as the global pandemic took the world by storm and created long-lasting effects we need to navigate. Businesses around the world ... -
Women Leaders in the Post-Pandemic World of Business: Surviving to Thriving
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speakers: Rebecca Kacaba - CEO and Co-Founder, DealMaker Joyce Lim - Founder, Sprout Collection Ltd. Julie Phillips - Partner and President, Flat ... -
Stories from Canadian Para Athletes: Waiting for Game Day
CPD Information: 1.25 Substantive Hours for Lawyers
External Speakers: Camille Bérubé - Two-Time Paralympian, Swimming Tara Llanes - ParaPan Champion, Wheelchair Basketball Josh Vander Vies - Retired Paralympic Medall... -
Reforming Canadian Data Privacy Laws: Introducing Bill C-11
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
ACCESS ARCHIVE On Tuesday, November 17, 2020, the House of Commons introduced new draft legislation overhauling Canada's private sector privacy law... -
Frustration of Contract in a COVID-19 World: Safeguarding Your Business
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
ACCESS ARCHIVE Most businesses rely on contractual relations with various external parties, including technology providers, property owners, contractors and event organizers, to operate efficiently an... -
Understanding Today’s Vulnerable Businesses: Financial Integrity Pre- & Post-COVID-19
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speaker: Daniel Wootton - Senior Vice President, Grant Thornton Limited ACCESS ARCHIVE As the economic harm from COVID-19 continues to impact many industries, which businesses are provi... -
Mental Health in the Workplace: The Impact of COVID-19
CPD Information: 1.5 Professionalism Hours for Lawyers, 1.5 Hours for CHRP and HRPA Members
External Speaker: Dr. Thomas Ungar - Psychiatrist-in-Chief, St. Michael's Hospital ACCESS ARCHIVE As we know, the impact of COVID-19 extends far beyond the direct effects of the virus itsel... -
The Future of Privacy Laws in Canada
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
Join our panel of privacy experts as they discuss privacy guidance recently released by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for manufacturers of Internet of Things devices and answer frequently ask... -
The Science of Psychedelics: How Law & Science Support the Sector
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speakers: Evan Levine - Co-Founder, CEO and Director, PsyBio Therapeutics Darryl Hudson, PhD - Chief Science Officer, Sansero Life Sciences Inc. ACCESS ARCHIVE U.S... -
The Canadian Landscape for Business Expansion and Relocation
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speakers: Naumaan Hameed - KPMG Law LLP, Sean Smith - Waterloo EDC, David Wigg - Enlighted Inc -
The Family Cottage: Ownership and Succession from a Legal Perspective
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speaker: Barbara Benoliel - President and Professional Mediator, Preferred Solutions Inc. -
What's Next for the Cannabis Industry?
CPD Information: 1.5 Substantive Hours for Lawyers
External Speakers: Richard Carleton - Canadian Securities Exchange, CEO David Danziger - MNP, SVP, Assurance & National Leader, Public Companies Barrington Miller - Canadian Securities Exchan... -
Post-Pandemic Financial Considerations: Reopening vs. Closing the Business
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speaker: Brett House - Vice-President and Deputy Chief Economist, Scotiabank -
An Employer’s Guide for Addressing Racial Discrimination in the Workplace
CPD Information: 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members, 1 Hour of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) for Lawyers
External Speakers: Esi Codjoe - Turnpenney Milne LLP, Nadine Spencer - Black Business and Professional Association -
Tech Strikes Back
CPD Information: 1.25 Substantive Hours for Lawyers
External Speakers: James Black - Canadian Securities Exchange, Richard Carleton - Canadian Securities Exchange, Dr. Rahul Kushwah BSc. (Honours) Ph.D.- PredictMedix (CSE:PMED, John Muffolini - MNP -
Go Beyond Mental Health Resources: Strategies to Drive Employee Well-Being and Performance
CPD Information: 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members, 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speakers: Dr. Shelbie Sutherland - BEworks, Dhushan Thevarajah - BEworks -
Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day: An Interview With Chief Jessica Hill, Oneida Nation of the Thames
CPD Information: 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members, 1 EDI Professionalism Hour for Lawyers
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The Rise of the Psychedelics Sector
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speakers: James Black - Canadian Securities Exchange, Vice President, Listings Development Richard Carleton - CEO, Canadian Securities Exchange Todd Shapiro - CEO, Red Light Holland Maruf Raz... -
Fostering an Authentic LGBTQ2+ Inclusion Strategy for Your Business: Legal & Organizational Considerations
CPD Information: 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members, 1 EDI Professionalism Hour for Lawyers
External Speaker: Colin Druhan - Executive Director, Pride at Work Canada / Fierté au travail Canada -
On-Site and Excess Soil Management: MECP's New Regulations
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
Join our panel of experts for a complimentary webinar as they provide insight on O. Reg. 406/19 and discuss the application of these regulatory changes from a legal and municipal perspective. -
Towards A "New Normal": Managing the Return of Staff From a Legal Perspective
CPD Information: 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members, 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
Join members of the Aird & Berlis Workplace Law Group, as they provide employers with essential legal information for your business's return-to-work plan. -
Successes and Challenges: Hearing the Stories of Leading Asian-Canadian Lawyers
CPD Information: 1 Hour of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) for Law Society of Ontario
External Speakers: Sony Gokhale, General Counsel of The Supreme Cannabis Company, Inc. Julia Shin Doi, General Counsel of Ryerson University -
Privacy and Social Media in the Workplace: From Recruitment to Off-Duty Conduct
CPD Information: 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members, 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
Join the Aird & Berlis Workplace Law Group as they provide insight on privacy and social media in the workplace, best practices and recent case updates. -
Unpacking Cross-Border Cannabis Sector Class Action Risks
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speakers: Julia Beskin - Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP, Mert Guler Purves Redmond Limited, Robert Patton - NERA Economic Consulting -
The Cannabis Sector’s Public Policy Response to COVID-19: Canada, U.S. and International Impact
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speakers: Deepak Anand - Materia Ventures, Henry Boyd - Stosic & Associates, Saphira Galoob - The Liaison Group, Aleksandar Stosic - Stosic & Associates -
The Business of Esports
CPD Information: 1.25 Substantive Hours for Lawyers
External Speakers: James Black - Canadian Securities Exchange, Richard Carleton - Canadian Securities Exchange, Maruf Raza - MNP, Darius Eghdami - FansUnite Entertainment -
The Great Pause: Legal Lens on Business During the Pandemic from China, Italy, Germany, U.K., U.S. & Canada
CPD Information: 1.25 Substantive Hours for Lawyers
External Speakers: Roberto A. Jacchia, Adrian Jones, John Kanan, Dr. Wei LIN, Oliver Nissen, Michael Siebold -
The Legal Implications of Managing a Remote Workplace
CPD Information: 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members, 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
Join members of the Aird & Berlis Workplace Law Group, as they provide an overview of unique challenges faced by employers managing remote workforces. -
Expanding Your Business to Canada - A Legal Primer for Tech Companies
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speakers: Sam Saad - Gatik, Liana Hovakimyam - Toronto Global -
Utilizing the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy to Benefit Your Business
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
Join members of the Aird & Berlis Tax Group as they review the new legislation and answer your questions. -
Estate Planning in Unprecedented Times
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speaker: Michael B. Waxman MSW, RSW - Social Worker, Waxman Counselling and Consulting -
Challenges Associated with Administering Trust Property in the Time of COVID-19
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
Join members of the Aird & Berlis Estates & Trusts Group and aligned professionals as they review the legal reality associated with shouldering the burden of fiduciary responsibility, outline ways in ... -
Opportunities for Financing and Restructuring in the Cannabis Sector
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speakers: Andrew Kain - Harvest One Inc., Aaron Salz - Stoic Advisory -
Update on the Impact of COVID-19 on Our Workplaces: Q&A for Employers
CPD Information: 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members, 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
Join members of the Aird & Berlis Workplace Law Group as they provide an update for employers on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by a Q&A session aimed at providing you wi... -
The Virtual Office: Effectively Developing a Secure Work-From-Home IT Solution
CPD Information: 1 Professionalism Hour for Lawyers
External Speakers: Charles Bennett - Triella, Irv Remedios - Voxer -
Crisis Response Strategies for Private Businesses
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
External Speaker: Peter Dent - Former Global Crisis, Management Leader, Deloitte Canada -
The Coronavirus and Our Workplaces
CPD Information: 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members, 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
Join members of the Aird & Berlis Workplace Law Group as they discuss the challenges employers are facing due to COVID-19 and provide guidance on the measures that can be taken to address the possible... -
Black Tech Innovators: Finding Success Within the Industry
CPD Information: 1 Hour of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) for Lawyers
External Speakers: Marlon Hylton - Innov-8, Arsene Toumani - TelosTouch, Chevonae Walcott - Relay Ventures -
Cannabis 2.0 - An Overview of Edibles, Topicals & Extracts
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers
Join Aird & Berlis partners, Jeremy Burke and Ken Clark, along with Aird & McBurney patent agent, Erica Lowthers as they discuss the regulations of Cannabis 2.0 and provide insight on how to bring new... -
Top Labour and Employment Trends 2019: A Look Back, A Look Forward
CPD Information: 1 Substantive Hour for Lawyers, 1 Hour for HRPA and CHRP Members
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Current Challenges and Opportunities for M&A Activity in the Cannabis Industry
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Join our panel of esteemed legal professionals as they discuss mergers and acquisitions within the Canadian cannabis sector and provide you with insight on how to gain a competitive advantage while av... -
Top Ten Legal Lessons Learned for Private, Owner-Manager and Family Businesses
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Join our panel of seasoned legal professionals as they provide insight on the best solutions for common problems faced by private businesses. -
Tips & Pitfalls for Acting as an Attorney for Property and Personal Care
Join Andrea McEwan, Aird & Berlis Estates & Trusts Group Partner, as she provides tips and pitfalls for acting as an attorney for property and personal care. -
Work, Stress, Addiction, Resources & Recovery: Important Information for Professionals & Employers
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Join Women’s College Hospital’s Dr. Jennifer Wyman as she provides an overview of what constitutes an addiction, how to assess whether you are at risk and what services are available to support treatm... -
Opportunities for Partnerships: The Cannabis Sector and Indigenous Nations
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The cannabis industry provides a unique opportunity for partnerships between Indigenous Nations and other Cannabis-sector participants. From invest... -
Bill 108 Updates: Key Amendments
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On September 3, 2019, the Province proclaimed into force a number of amendments to the land use planning regime in Ontario. -
Ontario's Second Round Cannabis Retail Lottery: Navigating the Regulatory Landscape
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Ontario’s cannabis retail market is set to expand with the government’s recent announcement that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario will issue 50 new cannabis retail licences. Th... -
Managing Terminations: A Practical Overview and Employment Law Update
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Ending an employment relationship is often the last thing employers want to think about. However, due to a slowdown in work, a restructuring, performance issues, misconduct or lack of “fit&rdquo... -
Send in the Business Valuators! When Market Value is Not Enough, Who Are You Going to Call?
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When a property that contains a business is expropriated, in whole or in part, compensation issues extend far beyond the market value of the lands taken. Even where no land is expropriated, but an exp... -
Pride at Work
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In this webinar, our panel will discuss ways to empower employers to build inclusive workplaces and outline the laws which protect the LGBTQ2+ community on the job. -
Canadians Doing Business in Cuba: Implications Under the Helms-Burton Act
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Recent actions taken by the Trump administration will have significant implications for Canadian companies active in the Cuban market. On April 17,... -
Trends and Changes in Procurement
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Whether governed by the mandatory requirements set out by the Broader Public Sector Procurement Directive or voluntary guidelines established within your own organization, it is important to ensure th... -
OH&S Law Update: A Year in Review
Join our panel of legal experts as they share their seasoned occupational health and safety expertise to reveal, discuss and inform participants of the most pertinent OH&S matters from the last ye... -
How to Thrive in the Canadian Cannabis Retail Market
Canada’s cannabis retail market is experiencing a surge of companies and individuals who want to be at the forefront of this budding industry. With different retail structures ranging from full ... -
The Modern Workplace: Managing to Succeed
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Whether dealing with harassment allegations, social media and privacy concerns, or child and elder care demands, workplace issues are constantly evolving. Today’s employers need to be innovative... -
Data Breaches: How to Protect Your Company, Your Reputation and Your Bottom Line
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Last year, numerous global companies were hacked, making headlines around the world and tarnishing the reputation of these organizations. These unfortunate incidents are proof that every company, no m... -
Going Public in Canada
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Join our panel of experts from MNP, Aird & Berlis, the Canadian Securities Exchange, MGO | Ello Cannabis Alliance and Haywood Securities Inc. as we take you through the steps needed to go public i... -
Top Workplace Issues of 2018: Looking Back and Preparing for the Year Ahead
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2018 was a year of change for the Canadian workplace. On January 1, 2018, the minimum wage in Ontario increased by 20% to $14/hour. Employers were planning for a number of other changes resulting from... -
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: How to Prevent it and How to Handle Allegations Like a Professional
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Your company’s reputation is a valuable asset. In the era of the #MeToo movement, increasing numbers of Canadian workplaces must manage allegations of harassment and sexual misconduct. These all... -
Practical Issues in Expropriation Following a Change in Ownership
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Once a plan of expropriation is registered, the legal title is transferred to the expropriating authority, but the owner may remain in possession of the property for some time. What happens between a ... -
The New Construction Act: What You Need to Know
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The Construction Lien Act, now renamed the Construction Act, received Royal Assent on December 12, 2017. The amendments to the Construction Lien Act and holdback rules came into effect on July 1, 2018... -
Tax Law Essentials for Private, Owner-Managed and Family Businesses
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Tax laws and issues for private enterprises such as family-owned, privately-managed and owner-operated businesses are unique and complex. They can also differ greatly from one business to the next dep... -
The Canadian Real Estate Industry: Soaring to New Heights
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Join our panel of industry leaders as they discuss current commercial and residential real estate issues in Ontario. -
Privacy and Data Security in a Globalized World: Cross-Border Issues and Trends
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No matter where your business operates, a sophisticated regulatory framework governs your organization’s privacy and data security. Navigating and understanding cross-border laws, regulations an... -
Opportunities in the Canadian Cannabis Market: Licensing, Leasing and Land Use
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Join our panel of experts to learn about federal and provincial regulations, municipal zoning by-laws and the leasing matters that may affect your ability to cultivate or sell cannabis, or become a fe... -
Protecting Sensitive Data and Communications Using Encryption
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Join leading technology lawyer Don Johnston and encryption experts Sarah Happé and Chris Peel as they provide an overview of the legal and practical aspects of encryption. -
Compliance and Liability in the Era of Cannabis Legalization: Tips, Traps and Strategies for Employers
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Canadian employers are required to ensure a safe workplace and environment for their employees. With the onset of legalized cannabis in Canada (and continued rise in medicinal marijuana use), workplac... -
Legal Fundamentals for Private, Owner-Managed and Family Businesses
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Legal considerations are fundamental for private enterprises like family-owned, privately-managed and owner-operated businesses. The needs of these businesses can differ greatly from public companies ... -
Legal Lens on Women’s Health: Age and Your Career
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Join our panel of experts as we discuss career, cognitive and physical changes and expectations at various life stages, legal considerations and how to thrive in today’s workplace. -
Malware, Malfeasance and the Network Effect
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Join Aird & Berlis legal experts, Stephen Zolf and Don Johnston, along with the principal risk advisor at Informatica, Claudiu Popa, as they discuss the intersection of net neutrality, malware and mal... -
Blitz-Proof Your Workplace: How to Survive and Thrive During an Inspection
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Each year, the Ontario Ministry of Labour visits various workplaces without warning as part of its Occupational Health and Safety Act enforcement strategy, issuing orders and laying charges ... -
Steeper Fines and New Reporting Obligations for Employers
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The Stronger, Fairer Ontario Act (Budget Measures), 2017 (Bill 177) has brought about significant changes to the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and employers need to understand how... -
Protecting Your Intellectual Property During the Cannabis Boom
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New products, strains, delivery methods, methods of medical treatment and uses are just some of the many innovations being protected in the cannabis industry. In order to gain a competitive edge in th... -
The Power of Blockchain in Business
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The number of companies interested in using blockchain has exploded, and businesses are changing the way they run their day-to-day operations. There are, however, still a few common misconceptions re... -
Workplace Wellness and Mental Health: Emerging Issues, Effective Management
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Addressing mental health in the workplace is important to ensure employees can work productively and maintain a healthy work/life balance. Join Aird & Berlis legal experts Fiona Brown, Meghan Cowa... -
Myth-Busting the Cannabis Sector on International Cannabis Day
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There are many imaginative misconceptions about the legalization of recreational cannabis in Canada. On International Cannabis Day our panel of cannabis-sector experts busted some myths that continue... -
What You Need to Know When the OMB Becomes LPAT on April 3
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April 3, 2018 was the day a significant portion of the Building Better Communities and Conserving Watersheds Act, 2017 (Bill 139), was proclaimed in force. As of that date, the Ontario Munic... -
Harassment in the Workplace: Players, Policy and Prevention
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Join our panel of experts for a complimentary webinar as they discuss how this Act has contributed to safe and healthy workplaces, as well as lessons learned from the first year of implementation. Our... -
Mergers and Acquisitions in the Canadian Cannabis Sector
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Join our panel of experts as we identify best practices related to mergers and acquisitions, including strategic acquisitions, synergies and buying brands. -
The Impact of Environmental Factors in an Expropriation
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In this webinar, our panel of experts discuss both legal and appraisal issues related to environmental factors in expropriation compensation. -
Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
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In this webinar, our panel of experts provide insight on everything from workplace discrimination, Indigenous matters, address race and gender and tips on developing your own diversity and inclusion s... -
Income Splitting: How Will the Amendments Affect You?
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In this webinar our panel discusses the content and consequences of the proposed changes to the Income Tax Act. -
End of Life Decision Making
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In this webinar, our panel of experts discuss the importance of making end-of-life decisions in advance and offer practical tips for tackling the issue. -
Bill 139 Reforms Ontario's Planning Approvals System: How Will the Changes Affect You?
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In this webinar, municipal lawyers Leo Longo and Patrick Harrington provide a practical overview of the legislative amendment, and project what lies ahead for both landowners and municipal authorities... -
Lawyers, Bankers and Startup Entrepreneurs Talk Fintech
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In this webinar, Aird & Berlis’ legal experts and representatives from the financial services sector discuss everything from fintech regulations to artificial intelligence.