Written by Munera Lawyers The “emoji case” gained international attention when a Saskatchewan court ruled that a thumbs-up emoji sent via text message constituted a valid signature in a contract dispute. The case, Achter Land & Cattle Ltd. v. South West Terminal Ltd., highlights the evolving landscape of electronic contracting and the potential legal significance […]
Written by Munera Lawyers Investing in real property with a partner can be a rewarding venture. However, when relationships between co-investors deteriorate, disputes over ownership and control of the property often arise. In such scenarios, a Certificate of Pending Litigation (“CPL”) can serve as a crucial legal safeguard, protecting an individual’s interest in the property […]
Written by Munera Lawyers When it comes to separation, individuals have varying ideas of what that entails. Notions have emanated from popular TV shows, from celebrity break-ups and ensuing salacious details splattered across tabloid pages, but also through sobering personal experiences. It bears noting that in Canada, separation has a very specific meaning. Often, clients […]
Written by Munera Lawyers Being named an Executor involves significant responsibility and legal obligations. Executors are appointed to manage and distribute an estate according to the instructions laid out in the will, ensuring that the deceased’s wishes are carried out properly. Before agreeing to take on this role, it is important to understand what the […]
Written by Munera Lawyers Fielding v Fielding, 2024 ONCA 807: Lessons Learned On October 29, 2024, the Ontario Court of Appeal dismissed an appeal in what was described as a “high conflict family proceeding.” ¹In upholding the trial judge’s decisions regarding the termination of spousal support, the Court imparted important lessons for litigants in family […]
Written by Munera Lawyers On October 1, 2024, the Federal Court of Canada launched a pilot project aimed at streamlining the judicial review process for rejected study permit applications. This new initiative, called the Study Permit Pilot Project, is expected to deliver resolutions within five months, significantly reducing the typical 14-18-month wait time for judicial […]
Written by Munera Lawyers The Canadian government has announced new changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), set to take effect in two phases on October 28, 2024, and November 8, 2024. These reforms are designed to enhance the integrity of the program and ensure that employers who rely on foreign talent adhere to […]
Written by Munera Lawyers Clauses in Real Estate The case of 3 Gill Homes Inc. v. 5009796 Ontario Inc. (Kassar Homes)¹ dealt with a dispute over a real estate transaction that was terminated due to a late payment by the purchaser. The core of the disagreement arose when the purchaser, 3 Gill Homes Inc., failed […]
Written by Munera Lawyers Case Comment – Moran v Moran, 2023 ONSC 6832 Disclosure is a fundamental requirement underpinning determination of family law matters. Where disclosure is incomplete or missing, it makes the resolution of oft difficult matters gravely challenging. As articulated by the court in Cunha v. Cunha1. Non-disclosure of assets is the cancer […]
Written by Munera Lawyers Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has implemented new reform mechanisms for the International Student Program. These adjustments aim to address the unsustainable growth of the International Student Program while ensuring a positive experience for students and supporting Canada’s sustainable population growth and system integrity. 1. Cap and Provincial Attestation Letter […]