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How to Assess Restrictive Covenants in Alberta

Learn how to assess restrictive covenants in Alberta employment contracts, identify enforceability risks, and protect your next career move with clarity.

IRCC releases updated breakdown of Express Entry candidates by CRS score

Prepared by Prestige Law | Published November 3, 2026 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released an updated breakdown of Express Entry candidates by CRS score, and the latest...

Offered an LTD Lump-Sum Settlement in BC

Offered an LTD Lump-Sum Settlement in BC? What to Review Before Accepting By Long-Term Disability Lawyer Tim Louis Your long-term disability insurer has offered you a lump-sum payment to settle your...

Cryptocurrency and Divorce: How Crypto Is Divided in Ontario

Cryptocurrency divorce cases in Ontario require treating digital tokens—such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins—as personal property subject to property equalization under the Family Law Act. In...

Understanding Alberta’s Zero Tolerance Laws for Young Drivers

Alberta zero tolerance laws for young drivers explained: who is covered, IRS ZERO: Novice penalties, and next steps. Learn from Ziv Law Group.

Citizenship by Descent After Bill C-3: Who Is Now Canadian and the New 1,095-Day Rule (2026)

Bill C-3 ended the first-generation limit for many people born abroad to Canadians. Learn who is now a citizen, how the 1,095-day rule works for children born or adopted after December 15, 2025, and...

How to Respond to a Termination Letter at Work

Learn how to respond to a termination letter, protect severance rights, and avoid costly mistakes before signing or speaking with your employer in haste.

Canada’s Strategy for Large-Scale Infrastructure Projects and the Evolving Role of Dispute Resolution

Reflections from the ICC Canada Arbitration Committee Annual Conference 2026 On October 8, 2026, the ICC Canada Arbitration Committee Annual Conference took place in Montréal, Québec bringing...

Baneh v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2026 FC 1314: Express Entry Refusal Upheld Where Applicant Failed to Provide Evidence of Foreign Work Duties Required Under the National Occupational...

The Federal Court dismissed the Applicant’s application for judicial review of IRCC’s refusal of his permanent residence application under the Canadian Experience Class. The refusal was based on...

Guarin v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2026 FC 1321: Federal Court Upheld Refusal to Reconsider Permanent Residence Application Where GCMS Records Showed Additional Document Request Was Sent

The Federal Court dismissed the Applicant’s application for judicial review of an immigration officer’s refusal to reconsider the rejection of her permanent residence application under the Child Care...

Garg v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2026 FC 1242: Express Entry Refusal Upheld Where Applicant Failed to Establish Genuine Canadian Work Experience

In Garg v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2026 FC 1242, the Federal Court considered the refusal of a permanent residence application under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). The central...

Will Accident Benefits Reduce Your Car Accident Compensation in Ontario?

Yes, accident benefits can reduce certain parts of a car accident compensation award in Ontario. However, the calculation depends on the type of benefit, the loss being claimed and the rules that...

Unable to complete your Pre-sale Condo Purchase?

Unexpected personal financial shifts have left many pre-sale buyers facing a daunting realization: completion day is approaching, and they may not be able (or willing) to complete the purchase...

British Columbia invites cleaners, security staff, and entrepreneurs to apply for provincial nomination.

British Columbia has used two October 2026 selection rounds to invite cleaners and security staff who work for public health authorities in rural and remote communities, along with experienced...

How Can I Obtain Canadian Citizenship?

Becoming a Canadian citizen is the final step for many newcomers, and for others it is something they already hold without knowing it. Canadian citizenship is governed by the federal Citizenship Act,…

Applications are now open for the 2027 MLT Aikins Indigenous Scholarship

MLT Aikins is now accepting applications for our 2027 Indigenous Scholarship. The successful applicant will receive $10,000. To be eligible, applicants must be in their second year of law school…

Alberta Priority Sectors Draw: 386 Invitations at Score 60

Alberta invited 386 Express Entry candidates in its October 20 Priority Sectors draw. Learn how Worker EOI scores differ from CRS and what to check next.

Construction Disputes and Liens in Alberta: Your Frequently Asked Questions Answered

The construction industry in Alberta is a highly regulated one. Yet at OP Lawyers LLP, our civil litigation lawyers in Calgary often notice that both owners and builders are unfamiliar with the rules...

Davidson Cahill Morrison LLP Ranked Tier 1 in Best Law Firms Canada 2027

Davidson Cahill Morrison LLP is ranked in the 2027 Canadian edition of Best Law Firms, with National Tier 1 rankings in insurance law and personal injury litigation and Regional Tier 1 rankings in...

Can You Make a Car Accident Claim Without Any Visible Vehicle Damage?

Waymo and the New Frontier: What Happens If a Self-Driving Car is Involved in an Accident?

Who is responsible for an accident when nobody is driving? If a passenger, pedestrian, cyclist or another motorist is injured by an autonomous vehicle, can they still receive accident benefits? Can...

What Does a Real Estate Lawyer Cost In Calgary?

What Does a Real Estate Lawyer Cost in Calgary? If you are buying or selling a home in Calgary, one…

Family Law Mediation in Langley: How It Works and What It Costs

Few separating couples wish to spend a year or more in court. For many families in Langley, mediation offers a practical alternative. It is typically faster, more private, and considerably less...

The Common Misconception of Parent/Adult Child Joint Bank Accounts

It is not uncommon for aging parents to add their adult child as a joint account holder to a bank account for convenience purposes. Where the adult child has an active role in assisting his or her...

Force Majeure Clauses: What Canadian Businesses Need to Know

What Is a Force Majeure Clause? A force majeure clause is a contract provision that excuses one or both parties from performing their obligations when extraordinary events beyond their control make...

Can You Get a Brain Injury From a Roller Coaster? Learn Your Rights

A brain injury from roller coaster rides is a real and growing risk. Extreme rides generate powerful G forces that make the brain shift inside the skull, the same trauma...

Can a DUI Be Dismissed in Alberta?

Is It Possible to Have Your DUI Dismissed in Alberta? If you have been accused of impaired driving in Alberta, you are probably wondering if there is a way to avoid the penalties. The answer depends...

Understanding employer-sponsored LTD plans through Industrial Alliance

Many employers offer group LTD plans through insurers such as Industrial Alliance. Click here to learn how they work.

What Is Harassment in Canada? Laws, Types & Penalties

What Is Harassment in Canada? Understanding Types, Laws, Penalties and Legal Rights Introduction Harassment is unwanted behaviour that intimidates, threatens, humiliates, or causes distress to...

What Is a Domestic Fight in Canada? Laws & Penalties

What Is a Domestic Fight in Canada? Understanding the Law and Legal Consequences A domestic fight can involve anything from a heated argument between spouses to a physical altercation between...

What Is Domestic Abuse in Canada? Laws, Types & Signs

What Is Domestic Abuse? Domestic abuse is a pattern of behaviour in which one person uses violence, threats, intimidation, manipulation, or controlling behaviour to gain power over another person...

Express Entry Points Increased for High Earners in 2026

Express Entry is Canada’s online system for foreign nationals applying for permanent residence through economic immigration programs. Since its launch over 10 years ago, the system has changed...

Trust Disputes in Ontario: Rights of Beneficiaries

Trusts form an essential foundation within many estate plans across the province. However, trust disputes in Ontario frequently arise when trustees mismanage assets or fail to provide accounting...

Josh Deacon to speak at 2026 National Franchise Show in Edmonton

On November 7–8, 2026, MLT Aikins franchising lawyer Josh Deacon will attend the 2026 National Franchise Show in Edmonton, Alberta, where he will present three sessions over the two-day conference….

Flat Fee Employment Lawyer Calgary Costs Explained

Need a flat fee employment lawyer Calgary employees can trust? Learn how transparent pricing and focused negotiation can strengthen your severance outcome.

PR Card Renewal and the Residency Obligation: How to Keep (or Lose) Permanent Resident Status in Canada (2026)

How the 730-day residency obligation works, PR card renewal and PR travel documents, what happens if you fall short, how permanent resident status is lost, and how to appeal to the Immigration Appeal...

Maintained Status, Restoration and Out of Status in Canada: What to Do When Your Permit Expires (2026)

How maintained status works when you apply to extend before your permit expires, the 90-day restoration window and fees, common pitfalls such as travel and refusals, and the options available if you...

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IRCC Expands Concurrent Processing for LMIA-Based Work Permit Applications: What Employers and Foreign Workers Need to Know

Canada has introduced an important update to its concurrent processing policy for LMIA-based work permit applications. The change is designed to help foreign workers maintain their status when Labour...

Canada Invites 5,000 Francophones to Apply for Permanent Residence

By Prestige Law | October 31, 2026 Canada has invited 5,000 French-speaking candidates to apply for permanent residence in a French-language proficiency Express Entry draw held on October 27, 2026...

Title Insurance in Ontario: What It Covers and What It Doesn’t

By Karim Eshqoor, BBA, LLB, LLM · Barrister & Solicitor (LSO #83032R) · Barbarian Law® · October 2026 Title insurance is a policy, paid for once on closing, that covers losses from certain problems...

Refinancing Your Mortgage in Ontario: What the Lawyer Does and What It Costs

By Karim Eshqoor, BBA, LLB, LLM · Barrister & Solicitor (LSO #83032R) · Barbarian Law® · October 2026 A refinance replaces the mortgage on a home you already own, or adds a new one. The lawyer...

What Is a Statement of Adjustments in an Ontario Real Estate Closing?

By Karim Eshqoor, BBA, LLB, LLM · Barrister & Solicitor (LSO #83032R) · Barbarian Law® · October 2026 The statement of adjustments is the one-page calculation that sets the balance the buyer pays the...

How Aggravated Assault Lawyers Defend Complex Charges in Edmonton

Facing an aggravated assault charge under section 268 of the Criminal Code is one of the most overwhelming legal challenges an individual can encounter in Alberta. An indictment of this nature...

Employee vs. Independent Contractor CRA: Definitions, What's Allowed and What's Not

Hiring an independent contractor is a legitimate way to bring expertise into a business. But calling someone a contractor does not make them one. For the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), employment...

Permanent Resident (PR) Card Renewal Application: How to Renew Your PR Card in Canada

Most Canadian permanent residents will eventually need to renew their permanent resident card. While the application itself can be relatively straightforward, the details behind it, particularly your...

Statute of Limitations for Sexual Assault in Canada

In Canada, there is no criminal statute of limitations for sexual assault, which means police can lay charges and the Crown can prosecute a case no matter how long ago it happened. Civil lawsuits...

Can You Still Pursue a Personal Injury Claim After Missing a Court Deadline in British Columbia?

Missing a court deadline can put a personal injury claim at risk, even when the injured person has a legitimate case. But does missing a deadline automatically mean losing the right to pursue...

Cohabitation Agreements in Ontario: What They Are and How They Work

Moving in with a partner is an important milestone, but it can also have legal and financial consequences. In Ontario, married and unmarried couples have different rights when it comes to property...

What Is Constructive Dismissal in Ontario? Your Rights When Your Job Changes

Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer does not expressly fire an employee but changes or repudiates the employment relationship so fundamentally that the law treats the employee as...

October 2026 in Immigration – a Review

Welcome to the Guberman // Appleby Immigration Update. We hope you find the information provided relevant to your immigration needs. Our objective is to highlight recent updates in immigration that...

Ottawa’s charity modernization consultation is broader than expected: How to comment by December 3, 2026

The federal government’s charitable sector “modernization” project appears to be broader than initially signalled. On October 8th, the Department of Finance released a Consultation Paper inviting...

Mediation v. Trial

The rules that govern personal injury cases in Ontario are in the process of being changed. It is anticipated that one of the key changes will be the requirement that every case must go through...

Case Conference vs Motion in Ontario Family Court: What Is the Difference?

A case conference helps organize and settle an Ontario family law dispute, while a motion asks a judge for a specific order. Learn when each step may be used and how to prepare.

When a Handwritten Codicil Changes the Plan

Lessons from Schickedanz v. Schickedanz, 2026 ONCA 191 Estate disputes frequently arise when a later testamentary document departs sharply from a person’s established estate plan. The difficulty is...

C11 Significant Benefit Test: Canada Work Permit 2026

Can my family join me while I hold a C11 work permit? Yes! Spouses or common-law partners of C11 work permit holders are typically eligible to apply for an open work permit, and dependent children...

CUSMA (NAFTA) Work Permit for Canada: 2026 Eligibility Guide

Can Ansari Immigration Law Help Me Determine Whether I Qualify? Ansari Immigration Law can review your citizenship, proposed Canadian role, qualifications, and supporting documents to assess which...

Your Visa Was Approved. So Where’s Your Passport?

We recommend assessing mandamus when a passport request delay reflects an outstanding legal duty that IRCC has unreasonably failed to perform, despite a clear request for action and reasonable time…

8 Child Support Rules for Adult Children in Edmonton

Child support does not always end when a child turns 18. Under Alberta family law, parents may continue to have financial responsibilities when an adult child remains dependent on them because of...