Legal Alert Blog

Art Law, Determination of National Importance, Canadian Cultural Review Board Heffel Decision

On June 12, 2018, the Federal Court of Canada (the Court) rendered its decision in Heffel Gallery Limited v. The Attorney General of Canada.

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Amendments to BC’s Residential Tenancy Act: What it Means for Property Owners Seeking Exemption from BC’s Proposed Speculation Tax

Do you own recreational property in Kelowna or West Kelowna? Thinking of renting it to avoid BC’s proposed speculation tax, but still want to enjoy it yourself for some parts of the year?

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BC’s New Database for Beneficial Ownership of Real Estate

The 2018 Provincial Budget introduced the government’s 30-Point Plan for Housing Availability in British Columbia.

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Proprietary Estoppel, Land Use and Oppression

The recent case of Dalpadado v North Bend Land Society.

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What One Has Earned – Courts Impose Compensation Where Parties Fail to Solidify a Contract

Often times, parties will get to the edge of entering into contractual relations, but miss the steps required to form a contractual agreement.

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The View – Missing Persons. When Can You Deem Someone Has Actually Died?

Sometimes, very unfortunately, loved ones go missing. They may never return from a hunting trip, or a hike in the mountains. How can we deal with their assets?

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Public Bidding, Exclusion Clauses and Public Policy Concerns: Contracting Out of Liability for a Flawed Bidding Process

As discussed in my previous article, Invitations to Tender: Why it is Important Both Bidders and Solicitors to Follow Proper Process, the solicitation of bids for public projects must follow a fair and transparent process.

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Plastic Bag Bans

In recent years, several communities all over the world have sought to means by which to reduce the accumulation of plastic in our natural environment.

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Bill C-46 – Getting Tough On Impaired Driving in Canada

Recently the Canadian Government passed Bill C-46, which on its face appears to substantially change the legal landscape concerning impaired driving in Canada.

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Limitation Periods for Demand Mortgages

The BC Court of Appeal has pronounced a new decision which lenders in BC and their lawyers will want to be aware of.

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