Class action upswing behind OSC settlement shift?
The Financial Post reports on Ontario Securities Commission’s new proposed policy.To read the full story, please visit http://www.canada.com/business/Class+action+upswing+behind+settlement+shift/5597975/story.html.
Continue reading the post titled Class action upswing behind OSC settlement shift?Important brownfield reforms
The Ontario government has today posted significant proposed changes to its brownfield regulation and standards. The complete package has been posted on the EBR and can be found at www.ontario.ca/brownfields under the “Protecting the Environment” link. Also attached is an unofficial consolidated version of what O. Reg. 153/04 would look like if the proposed amendments were adopted.
Continue reading the post titled Important brownfield reformsLafarge to appeal landmark decision
Lafarge announced today that it will seek leave to appeal to the Court of Appeal from the June 18 decision of the Divisional Court. (See https://www.siskinds.com/2008/06/19/lafarge-victory/). Lafarge points out that the court’s ruling would discourage alternative energy investments in Ontario, and could result in the approval process doubling the cost of the project. Lafarge had applied to...
Continue reading the post titled Lafarge to appeal landmark decisionOntario’s New Program to Recycle Used Tires
This fall, Ontario will begin a tire-recycling program, funded by fees that Ontario Tire Stewardship will collect from tire manufacturers, brand owners and importers.
Continue reading the post titled Ontario’s New Program to Recycle Used TiresSiskinds Sponsors Take the Night with Blue and White
Siskinds is proud to be a Diamond Sponsor for the upcoming “Take The Night With the Blue & White” the 13th Annual Dinner, Dance and Silent Auction benefiting the Brain Injury Association of London and Region. This gala event is taking place this Saturday March 2, 2013 at the London Convention Centre. Tickets are available...
Continue reading the post titled Siskinds Sponsors Take the Night with Blue and WhiteSiskinds is pleased to announce that Paul Strickland will be on the cabinet for United Way London & Middlesex.
As a member of the Campaign Cabinet, he will be leading a team of volunteers, and helping make a positive difference in the community. For more information, please visit http://www.uwlondon.on.ca/campaign-cabinet.html.
Continue reading the post titled Siskinds is pleased to announce that Paul Strickland will be on the cabinet for United Way London & Middlesex.Siskinds LLP Announces Certification of Manulife Financial Corporation Securities Class Action
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Continue reading the post titled Siskinds LLP Announces Certification of Manulife Financial Corporation Securities Class ActionMajor changes proposed for shale gas fracking
Advisors to US Energy Secretary, Stephen Chu, have recommended major changes to improve regulation and environmental performance of shale gas fracturing (fracking) in the US. Public consultation is continuing, and the final report will be released in November. Canadian regulators should be paying close attention, as the recommendations are equally applicable here. The draft report...
Continue reading the post titled Major changes proposed for shale gas frackingManitoba to join most other provinces with cosmetic pesticide ban
The American Academy of Pediatrics strongly recommends that "Children’s exposures to pesticides should be limited as much as possible.
Continue reading the post titled Manitoba to join most other provinces with cosmetic pesticide banMinimum Wage increasing on October 1, 2015
Employers in Ontario should take note that effective October 1, 2015, the minimum wage in Ontario is increasing. The general minimum wage will increase from $11.00/hour to $11.25/hour. Student minimum wage will increase from $10.30/hour to $10.55/hour. Liquor servers’ minimum wage will increase from $9.55/hour to $9.80. For more information, visit the Ministry of Labour’s...
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