The guilty plea and sentencing of former Woodstock mayor Trevor Birtch
A gentle note before we begin: This post discusses sexual violence. Please read in a way that feels safe for you. In a recent decision, former Woodstock mayor Trevor Birtch was sentenced to four years and eight months in custody following convictions of sexual assault. The case represents mo…
View the post titled The guilty plea and sentencing of former Woodstock mayor Trevor BirtchOntario Auto Insurance is changing: what you need to do before July 2026
Starting July 1, 2026, Ontario is making significant changes to accident benefits available under your auto insurance policy. These changes will affect what financial support you receive if you are injured in a motor vehicle accident—and may leave gaps in coverage if you are not careful. Whe…
View the post titled Ontario Auto Insurance is changing: what you need to do before July 2026Why franchise disclosure matters in Canada
Foreign franchisors entering Canada often approach franchise disclosure as a familiar concept. Most established franchisors already have disclosure documents, franchise agreements, operating manuals, brand standards, training materials, and a developed understanding of how their system is so…
View the post titled Why franchise disclosure matters in CanadaThe Sloka Acquittal: What the case—and the appeal—mean
A gentle note before we begin: This post discusses sexual violence. Please read in a way that feels safe for you. The recent decision in R. v. Sloka has raised difficult questions about how the justice system responds to allegations of sexual assault—particularly in medical settings where th…
View the post titled The Sloka Acquittal: What the case—and the appeal—meanThe Supreme Court recognizes a new tort of intimate partner violence – why Ahluwalia matters for survivors
A gentle note before we begin: This post discusses intimate partner violence and coercive control. Please read in a way that feels safe for you. For many survivors of abuse, the legal system can feel like a place that was never designed with their realities in mind. Today’s Supreme Court of …
View the post titled The Supreme Court recognizes a new tort of intimate partner violence – why Ahluwalia matters for survivorsCommon legal mistakes foreign franchisors make when entering Canada
By the time a foreign franchisor reaches the point of serious consideration of a Canadian expansion, most of the obvious questions have been addressed. The concept has been tested. The brand is established. The Canadian market appears attractive. The decision to move forward is often driven …
View the post titled Common legal mistakes foreign franchisors make when entering CanadaSexual Violence Prevention Month
Sexual Violence Prevention Month is recognized in Canada during the month of May as a time to raise awareness about sexual violence, promote safety in our communities, and challenge the many misunderstandings that continue to exist around sexual violence. This month focuses on support and di…
View the post titled Sexual Violence Prevention MonthKey legal issues for foreign franchisors entering Canada
Foreign franchisors evaluating expansion into Canada often begin with a commercial question: is Canada an attractive market for our brand? As discussed in prior articles in this series, the answer is often yes. Canada offers a stable economy, a sophisticated franchise sector, and a consumer …
View the post titled Key legal issues for foreign franchisors entering CanadaClass action pursued over infection risks linked to endoscope devices
A proposed Canadian class action has been commenced alleging that certain endoscope devices may expose patients to serious and potentially life-threatening infections. On April 13, 2026, Siskinds LLP’s Québec affiliate, Siskinds Desmeules, filed an application before the Superior Court of Qu…
View the post titled Class action pursued over infection risks linked to endoscope devicesHow the Canadian franchise market differs from the United States
Foreign franchisors, particularly those based in the United States, often approach Canada as a natural extension of their domestic market. The geographic proximity, the integrated economic relationship between the two countries, and the broad cultural familiarity make that assumption underst…
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