Commercial Real Estate – McMillan LLP

Official Plan for Toronto 2051 – The Future of Toronto’s Planning and Development
Information on Toronto’s invitation for landowners, residents and other stakeholders in the development industry to have their say on the next official plan.
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May 24, 2022

What is the Capital Markets Tribunal?
This article provides further information about the new Capital Markets Tribunal.
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May 5, 2022

Ontario Partially Suspends Implementation of Phase 2 of Excess Soil Regulation Until January 2023
On April 21, 2022, Ontario MECP announced temporary suspension of certain provisions in Excess Soil Regulation
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Apr 29, 2022

Growth Funding Tools (“GFTs”) and the City of Toronto’s Recent Draft GFT By-laws
Growth Funding Tools (GFTs); City of Toronto publishes drafts of its new Development Charges, Community Benefits Charges, and Parkland Dedication By-laws
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Apr 20, 2022

Propsharing and Fractional Real Estate Investing
Propsharing and Fractional Real Estate Investing in Canada
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Apr 19, 2022

Alberta’s New Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act: What You Need to Know Before August 29, 2022 (Consolidated)
A Primer and Comprehensive Overview of Alberta’s New Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act. What You Need to Know Before August 29, 2022 (Consolidated)
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Apr 6, 2022

Ontario Proposes to Postpone Implementation of Phase Two of the Excess Soil Regulation
Ministry proposes to delay implementation of Phase 2 of On-Site and Excess Soil Management Regulation from Jan. 1, 2022 to Jan. 1, 2023.
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Mar 15, 2022

The Potential Impact of the Ukraine Conflict on Contracts Between Canadian and Russian Companies
Legal tools Canadian companies should seek advice on if they are no longer able perform contractual agreements because of the war in Ukraine
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Mar 8, 2022

PropTech: Property Technology, the New Frontier in Real Property, Part 3: Challenges
In this bulletin, we discuss the risks and challenges of using PropTech by businesses in the real estate space and for consumers of such products.
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Jan 18, 2022

Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy Upheld
An Ontario arbitrator upheld an employer’s vaccine mandate for both a site where a 3rd party obligation existed and a related site with no such obligation.
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Jan 12, 2022

Ontario Arbitrators Continue to Uphold Terminations of Employees who Breach COVID-19 Safety Protocols
A recent decision by an Ontario arbitrator further affirmed the notion that dishonesty during COVID screening protocols by an employee can lead to termination.
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Jan 12, 2022

PropTech: Property Technology, the New Frontier in Real Property, Part 2: Benefits
In this bulletin, we discuss the benefits of using PropTech for businesses in the real estate space and for consumers of such products.
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Jan 11, 2022

PropTech: Property Technology, the New Frontier in Real Property, Part 1: Introduction
In this 3-part series, we explain the concept of PropTech, highlight its benefits and outline associated risks.
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Jan 11, 2022

City of Toronto Introduces Garden Suites
In this bulletin, we discuss the potential development of garden suites in the City of Toronto.
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Jan 10, 2022

Update re: Adoption & Passing of City of Toronto Inclusionary Zoning Policy
An overview of the most recent updates to the Adoption & Passing of City of Toronto Inclusionary Zoning Policy
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Dec 21, 2021

Pilot Well-Known Seasoned Issuer Program Announced
Canadian securities regulators announce pilot program permitting a “well-known seasoned issuer” to streamline the filing of a base shelf prospectus process.
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Dec 13, 2021

Construction Remedies On Public Projects: Alberta’s Public Works Act and Comparable Legislation in Other Provinces
This bulletin outlines the key requirements for contractors seeking payment under construction contracts with the provincial government in Alberta and elsewhere
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Nov 23, 2021

Commercial Leasing Update: Key Developments for Leasing Professionals
As we approach the end of the year, join McMillan’s Commercial Real Estate Group on Tuesday, November 30th for an overview and round-up of key developments in leasing law in 2021.
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Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Vaccine Mandates by Commercial Landlords: Are They Permitted and What Are the Risks?
In this bulletin, we address whether landlords have the right to implement a vaccine mandate and the risks arising from restricting tenants and their employees.
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Nov 12, 2021

Mandatory Vaccination Policy: “Reasonable, Enforceable”
A labour arbitrator upheld an employer’s mandatory vaccination policy, finding the policy to be reasonable and enforceable.
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Nov 11, 2021

November 2021 Update: Extended Deadline for Pre-Existing Owners Filing a Transparency Report on the Land Owner Transparency Registry
On November 2, 2021, the deadline for Pre-Existing Owners to file a transparency report was extended from November 30, 2021 to November 30, 2022.
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Nov 8, 2021

Privacy Commissioner Releases More Guidance for Video Teleconferencing Companies
Video teleconferencing companies face unique cybersecurity and data privacy risks. The OPC has new guidance on how these companies can best address them.
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Nov 3, 2021

Making a Lot out of a Little – Laneway Housing a Niche Market Opportunity for Municipalities, Property Owners, Real Estate Developers and Investors
An overview of laneway suites / housing as means of adding to housing stock in Toronto and beyond.
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Oct 25, 2021

Practical Considerations for Structuring Private REITs
Despite volatility, the market for Canadian REITs continues to rally creating opportunity for new players in a number of asset classes. This webinar focuses on the practical considerations for structuring private REITs.
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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Real Estate Litigation: Summer Highlights
Even in the summer months, the legal news does not let up. Here are some recent decisions and legislative developments as we head into the 2021 fall season.
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Sep 21, 2021

Blocked Account Agreements in Canada – Back to Basics
A BAA is useful for lenders relying on cash collateral in secured lending transactions. We discuss the nature and function of BAAs in the common law provinces.
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Aug 31, 2021

Evidence of ESG in the Construction and Development Industry
An overview of ESG initiatives in Construction & Development; key information for those looking to implement their own ESG strategies
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Aug 18, 2021

FSRA Releases Mortgage Brokering Supervision Plan for 2021-22 focusing on Private Lending Practices and Mortgage Administration
FSRA releases mortgage brokering supervision plan for the 2021-2022 year.
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Aug 4, 2021

Canada Makes Changes to Cross-border Hazardous Waste and Recycling Requirements
On February 26, 2021, Canada enacted the Cross-border Movement of Hazardous Waste and Hazardous Recyclable Material Regulations.
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Aug 4, 2021

Watch as that Trust is Swept Away
Suppliers and subcontractors in the construction industry should be mindful of a recent unreported decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice.
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Jul 30, 2021

SOFR Fundamentals: What We Know SO-FAR
SOFR is the preferred USD alternative RFR to LIBOR. We discuss what SOFR is, the types of SOFR, conventions for SOFR, and using SOFR in loan agreements.
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Jul 21, 2021

City of Toronto’s Current Municipal Comprehensive Review Process
An overview of the City of Toronto’s current Municipal Comprehensive Review Process; Request for Employment Land Conversion under the City’s Official Plan
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Jul 14, 2021

Doctrine of Spent Breach Can Override Lease Renewal Terms
A Tenant’s breach of a commercial lease did not prevent it from exercising an option to renew despite an express lease term to the contrary.
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Jul 13, 2021

Masters and Clergy – Is the Clergy “Principle” No More?
An overview of a recent Ontario Divisional Court decision which weighs in on the legal status of the Clergy Principle.
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Jul 7, 2021

Is Private Sector Privacy Legislation Looming in Ontario?
Ontario government seeks input on privacy policy proposals, signaling that Ontario private sector privacy legislation may be on the horizon
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Jul 5, 2021

Amendments to the OHSA Consolidate Reporting Requirements for Workplace Accidents Effective July 1, 2021
The Ontario government introduced amendments to Regulations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act to consolidate accident reporting requirements.
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Jun 30, 2021

Striking a Balance Between Major Facility and Sensitive Land Use Developments: A Discussion of Ontario’s New Land Use Compatibility Guideline
The Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks has published the Land Use Compatibility Guideline to establish land use compatibility policies
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Jun 30, 2021

Impending Implementation of Ontario’s Inclusionary Zoning Regime in Toronto and the GTA
An overview of inclusionary zoning policies and their impending implementation in Toronto and the GTA.
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Jun 25, 2021

June 2021 Update: British Columbia’s New Registry of Beneficial Ownership
Now that the Land Owner Transparency Registry is searchable by the public, it is important to understand the scope of its use, and its current limitations.
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Jun 14, 2021

BILL 96 – Top 10 Impacts of the Revised Charter of the French Language on your Business and When to Expect Implementation of Such Revisions
Changes to Québec’s language laws are coming. Here is a top ten list of potential impacts, and the likely timeline and process for adoption.
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May 19, 2021

Commercial Leases During the COVID-19 Lockdown: Where are we Headed?
Ontario has also passed legislation to protect commercial tenants.
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May 17, 2021

Ontario’s New Excess Soil Regulations – Construction Contract Implications
Ontario’s new On-Site and Excess Soil Management Regulation, O. Reg 406/19 may impact existing and future construction contracts
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May 5, 2021

April 30 Update: Amendments to Policy Statement 5 and Policy Statement 6- Extension of the Early Marketing Period in Response to COVID-19
This bulletin outlines the recently announced amendments to Policy Statement 5 and Policy Statement 6 by the Office of the Superintendent of Real Estate.
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Apr 30, 2021

Commercial Landlord and Tenant Insolvencies: The Need to Know for Sub-tenants
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues on, it is particularly important for sub-tenants and landlords to consider the ramifications of an insolvent head-tenant.
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Apr 13, 2021

A Pending Registration Queue at the Alberta Land Titles Office – How will it work?
A primer on the new Alberta Land Titles Office registration system and how commercial real estate closing procedures may change as a result.
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Apr 7, 2021

LIBOR Newsflash: FCA Announces Dates for Official Cessation and Loss of Representativeness of LIBOR
FCA announces dates for the official cessation and loss of representativeness of LIBOR. Implications for Lenders.
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Mar 10, 2021

Unscrambling the Egg: New Guidance for Assessing Concurrent Delay on Construction Projects
A recent Ontario court decision provides new guidance on how to assess responsibility for concurrent delays in construction projects.
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Mar 10, 2021

Canada Updates Official Terrorist Entities List – What It Means for Your Business
The Canadian government has placed the Proud boys on the list of terrorist entities. This announcement has certain key implications for Canadian companies.
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Feb 23, 2021

LIBOR Newsflash: Announcement on Official Cessation of LIBOR is Expected Soon
IBA and FCA expected to make announcement about the official cessation of LIBOR. Timelines for ceasing new issuances of LIBOR loans.
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Feb 18, 2021

Best practices for commercial landlords facing tenant insolvencies (adapted to the Province of Québec)
Many commercial landlords are increasingly alarmed that COVID-19 may cause a surge in tenant bankruptcies or restructurings.
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Feb 16, 2021

Best Practices for Commercial Landlords Facing Tenant Insolvencies
Many commercial landlords are increasingly alarmed that COVID-19 may cause a surge in tenant bankruptcies or restructurings.
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Feb 4, 2021

Emerging Competition & Data Privacy Issues for Real Estate Organizations
Changes to Canada’s privacy laws, developments with low-commission brokerages and changes to short-term rental regulations will impact real estate associations.
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Feb 2, 2021

The Quick and Dirty on Ontario’s New Excess Soil Regulations
A concise summary of Ontario’s new excess soil regulation (O.Reg 406/19) and key takeaways for affected parties.
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Jan 25, 2021

A Win for Landlords: Letters of Credit and the Autonomy Principle
Five takeaways from 7636156 Canada Inc. (Re), 2020 ONCA 681.
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Jan 4, 2021

Mandatory Vaccination Policies for Employees: Enforceable or a Shot in the Dark?
There are vaccines, and there will be (at some point) enough for everyone in Canada to receive it. But what happens if your employees refuse to be vaccinated?
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Dec 23, 2020

Quebec Government Mandates Disclosure of Nominee Agreements
The Quebec Government has mandated disclosure of nominee agreements and disclosures must be filed beginning December 23, 2020.
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Dec 3, 2020

Update: British Columbia’s New Registry of Beneficial Ownership
Update: British Columbia’s New Registry of Beneficial Ownership
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Oct 6, 2020

Mandatory Indoor Face Coverings: What Ontario Employers Need to Know
Mandatory Indoor Face Coverings: What Ontario Employers Need to Know
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Oct 6, 2020

Expropriation of Contaminated Land and its Fair Market Valuation
Expropriation of Contaminated Land and its Fair Market Valuation
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Oct 5, 2020

A Tenant’s Fear of Committing to an Option to Extend a Lease May Be Costly – A Case Comment on 2324702 Ontario Inc. v. 1305 Dundas W Inc., 2020 ONCA 353
Key takeaways from the lessons learned in the recent case of a tenant which failed to exercise its right to extend its lease in strict conformity with the Lease
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Aug 24, 2020

UPDATE – Prohibition of Entry into Canada to Minimize the Risk of Exposure to COVID-19 – Travel Restrictions and Quarantine Requirements
Prohibition of Entry into Canada to Minimize the Risk of Exposure to COVID-19 – Travel Restrictions and Quarantine Requirements.
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Aug 19, 2020

The Splintering of Canadian Insolvency Law: Quebec Court of Appeal Confirms Expiry of Provincial Notice Periods are a Pre-Condition to Appointment of a BIA Receiver
The Quebec court of appeal’s ruling in Séquestre de Media5 Corporation has profound implications for the enforcement of secured creditor remedies in Quebec.
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Aug 6, 2020

Thinking About Real Estate in Canada? Practical Considerations for Structuring a Private REIT
Thinking About Real Estate in Canada? Practical Considerations for Structuring a Private REIT
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Jul 30, 2020

COVID-19 and Commercial Rents: The Court Decides. Amicable Resolutions are Recommended
The Superior Court of Quebec decides a case about the effects of COVID-19 on commercial rents.
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Jul 24, 2020

COVID-19: July 22nd Update on the Impacts to Development Applications and Hearings
Status update (July 22, 2020) re: land use planning and municipal response to COVID-19 in Ontario; processing applications, appeals, and municipal closures.
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Jul 22, 2020

July 20 Update: POLICY STATEMENT 17 – Extension of the Early Marketing Period in Response to COVID-19
POLICY STATEMENT 17 – Extension of the Early Marketing Period
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Jul 21, 2020

The LPAT and the New “Ontario Land Tribunals” Cluster
The New Ontario Land Tribunals Cluster and moving forward with hearings at the LPAT.
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Jul 6, 2020

COVID-19: July 6th Update on the Impacts to Development Applications and Hearings
Status update (July 6, 2020) re: land use planning and municipal response to COVID-19 in Ontario; processing
applications, appeals, and municipal closures.
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Jul 6, 2020

Protecting Small Business Act, 2020 – Ontario’s Temporary Ban on Commercial Tenant Evictions
This Act was enacted to temporarily protect commercial tenants from eviction for rent arrears as a result of the effects of COVID-19 under eligible tenancies.
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Jun 29, 2020

COVID-19 and Commercial Tenancies – Alberta’s Commercial Tenancies Protection Act
A summary of Alberta’s Commercial Tenancies Protection Act, proposed legislation that provides temporary
protections for commercial tenants during COVID-19.
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Jun 26, 2020

Material Adverse Effect Clauses in a COVID-19 World
Review and analysis of recent developments where parties try to rely on MAE clauses as a mechanism to avoid closing a transaction.
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Jun 23, 2020

Construction through COVID-19 in Canada: A Guideline for what each Province and Territory is Doing
How each Province is managing the impact of COVID-19 by restricting construction activities, suspending litigation time periods and recommending H&S practices
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Jun 11, 2020

COVID-19: June 3rd Update on the Impacts to Development Applications and Hearings
Status update (June 3, 2020) re: land use planning and municipal response to COVID-19 in Ontario; processing applications, appeals, and municipal closures.
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Jun 3, 2020

May 22 Update: Rent Relief on its Way for Small Businesses and Commercial Landlords
Rent Relief for Small Business Businesses (Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance)
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May 22, 2020

Court Dismisses Interim Relief Sought by Homeowners Currently Challenging the Speculation and Vacancy Tax Act
In November 2018, British Columbia’s provincial government introduced the Speculation and Vacancy Tax Act[1] (the “Act”).
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May 22, 2020

COVID-19: May 20th Update on the Impacts to Development Applications and Hearings
Status update (May 20, 2020) re: land use planning and municipal response to COVID-19 in Ontario; processing applications, appeals, and municipal closures.
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May 20, 2020

COVID-19: May 13th Update on the Impacts to Development Applications and Hearings
Status update (May 13, 2020) re: land use planning and municipal response to COVID-19 in Ontario; processing applications, appeals, and municipal closures.
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May 13, 2020

COVID-19: May 6th Update on the Impacts to Development Applications and Hearings
Status update (May 6, 2020) re: land use planning and municipal response to COVID-19 in Ontario; processing applications, appeals, and municipal closures.
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May 6, 2020

April 30 Update: Rent Relief on its Way for Small Businesses and Commercial Landlords
Government announces commercial rent relief for small businesses
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Apr 30, 2020

POLICY STATEMENT 17 – Extension of the Early Marketing Period
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, on April 17, 2020, the Office of the Superintendent of Real Estate (the “OSRE”) announced the issuance of Policy Statement 17.
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Apr 24, 2020

COVID-19: April 22nd Update on the Impacts to Development Applications and Hearings
Status update (April 22, 2020) re: land use planning and municipal response to COVID-19 in Ontario; processing applications, appeals, and municipal closures.
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Apr 22, 2020

COVID-19: April 15th Update on the Impacts to Development Applications and Hearings
Status update (April 15, 2020) re: land use planning and municipal response to COVID-19 in Ontario; processing applications, appeals, and municipal closures.
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Apr 15, 2020

Implied Trademark Licenses: A Case Study
When will a trademark license granted from one party to another be implied? The Federal Court in the Core Consultants Realty[1] decision (“Core Consultants”) recently had an opportunity to revisit this question.
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Apr 12, 2020

Project Management Amid COVID-19 – The Triage
Best practices for construction project management during the COVID-19 pandemic, and other force majeure circumstances.
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Apr 8, 2020

COVID-19: April 7th Update on the Impacts to Development Applications and Hearings
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Apr 7, 2020

The Impact of COVID-19 on the Construction Industry: A Reference Guide to the Changed Landscape
Contractual clauses, Permits & Inspections, Health & Safety, Labour, Litigation, Arbitration & Court Procedures,
Limitation Periods, Liens & Holdbacks
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Apr 3, 2020

Asking Lenders for Time to Deal with COVID-19 Problems
Guide for borrowers to discussing loan defaults and additional credit support with lenders.
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Mar 31, 2020

Transport Canada Relaxes Mandatory Off-Duty Time for Truck Drivers Transporting Essential Cargo
March 24 2020 after consultation with the provinces an exemption was issued permitting trucking companies and drivers to exceed maximum on-duty and driving time
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Mar 30, 2020

COVID-19: March 30th Update on the Impacts to Development Applications and Hearings
Status update (March 30, 2020) re: land use planning and municipal response to COVID-19 in Ontario; processing applications, appeals, and municipal closures.
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Mar 30, 2020

COVID-19: Alberta Government Announces List of Essential Services
Alberta’s Government has published lists of essential services and non-essential places of business not permitted to
offer or provide services to the public.
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Mar 29, 2020

COVID-19: What is the Impact on Development Applications and Hearings?
Status update re: the land use planning and municipal response to COVID-19 in Ontario; processing applications, appeals, and municipal closures.
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Mar 23, 2020

Where the Restructuring Meets the Road: the Intersection Between Insolvency Proceedings and Construction Law
COVID-19 will strain the construction industry. This bulletin explores how insolvency and restructuring concepts interact with construction law.
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Mar 20, 2020

Coronavirus: Harbinger of a New (Old) Approach to Restructuring in Canada?
Restructuring options and challenges in the time of COVID-19.
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Mar 20, 2020

Lost in Transition: Working Through the Silence Surrounding Leasehold Interests in the Construction Act’s Transition Provisions
Lost in Transition – Working through the Silence Surrounding Leasehold Interests in the Construction Act’s Transition Provisions
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Feb 27, 2020

Electricity Rebates for Multi-Unit Complexes in Ontario
Legal bulletin outlining changes to Ontario provincial government rebates for electricity consumers, including changes for multi-unit complexes.
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Nov 6, 2019

British Columbia’s New Beneficial Ownership Registry
Updates on British Columbia’s New Beneficial Ownership registry.
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Oct 16, 2019

Now We Know Who Owns the Copyright in a Registered Plan of Survey
The bulletin considers the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision that the copyright in a plan of survey registered in Ontario is owned by the Ontario government.
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Oct 1, 2019

Real Estate Developments: Challenges and Potential Solutions
Real Estate Developments: Challenges and Potential Solutions.
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September 24, 2019 – 8:30 am to 1:30 pm ET

TOP TWELVE THINGS TO KNOW – New Canadian Trademarks Act June 17, 2019
On June 17, 2019 major changes to Canada’s Trademarks Act will come into force.
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Jun 4, 2019

“Disguised expropriation” issues in an era of large infrastructure projects
Participants will benefit from the advice of the panelists on the steps to be taken when facing public authorities and the compensation they can expect.
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March 22, 2019 – 7:45 am to 9:15 am

The CSAIR: Everything You Need to Know about BC’s New Pre-Sale Assignment Registry
In 2018, the British Columbia provincial government (the “Government”) published a white paper describing its proposed Land Ownership Transparency Act (the “Act”).
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Mar 12, 2019

Retail Trade: Challenges, Evolution and Solutions
Retail Trade: Challenges, Evolution and Solutions.
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September 18, 2018 – 10:30 am to 2:30 pm ET

Upcoming Changes to Land Ownership Disclosure Requirements in British Columbia
In June 2018, the British Columbia provincial government (the “Government”) published a white paper describing its proposed Land Ownership Transparency Act (the “Act”).
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Aug 17, 2018

Anticipatory Repudiation in Real Estate Deals: Can You Terminate if the Other Party Will Breach the Agreement of Purchase and Sale?
Agreements of Purchase and Sale in real estate transactions typically state what happens when a party breaches its terms. However…
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Jul 6, 2018

Who Owns Copyright in a Registered Plan of Survey – A Brief Update
In May 2018 we reported on the Ontario Court of Appeal decision in Keatley Surveying Ltd.[1] which held that a land surveyor did not own the copyright in a plan
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Jun 25, 2018

No Strata Supermajority Needed to Hire Realtor, B.C. Supreme Court Confirms
The B.C. Supreme Court recently confirmed that a strata council only needs a simple majority of owners to authorize the council to hire a realtor to solicit.
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Jun 11, 2018

Who Owns the Copyright in a Registered Plan of Survey?
The Court of Appeal concluded that the land surveyor did not own the copyright in a plan of survey presented for registration or deposit in the system
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May 16, 2018

New Regulations Add Detail to the Construction Lien Amendment Act
Construction Lien Act changes including the introduction of a prompt payment regime, adjudication, existing holdback, lien preservation and perfection periods, bonding, and trust provisions
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Apr 27, 2018

Out with the old and in with the new: transitioning from Ontario’s old Construction Lien Act to the new Construction Act
An update to our December 2017 article, where some of the most significant substantive changes to the Construction Lien Act (the “CLA”) are considered.
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Feb 14, 2018

The WELL Building Standard
WELL Standard is a way for owners and occupants in commercial real estate to maximize returns and efficiencies through improvements to physical environment
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Jan 8, 2018

Winter is coming – and so is Ontario’s New Construction Act
Winter is coming – and so is Ontario’s new Construction Act
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Dec 19, 2017

The Passing of Bill 139
The Passing of Bill 139
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Dec 18, 2017

Not as unconscionable as some might think: Court of Appeal orders purchaser to forfeit deposit after failing to close real estate deal
Not as unconscionable as some might think: Court of Appeal orders purchaser to forfeit deposit after failing to close real estate deal
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Dec 11, 2017

Developer’s Right to Deposit Trumps Condo Buyer in Trump Tower Residential Strata Dispute
Developer’s Right to Deposit Trumps Condo Buyer in Trump Tower Residential Strata Dispute
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Sep 27, 2017

Further Changes to Ontario’s Land Transfer Tax Regime: Trust and Partnership Transparency on the Chopping Block
Further Changes to Ontario’s Land Transfer Tax Regime: Trust and Partnership Transparency on the Chopping Block
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Jul 15, 2017

Rolling Liability for Continuous Breaches of Commercial Leases
Rolling Liability for Continuous Breaches of Commercial Leases
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May 24, 2017

Province of Ontario Announces Major Reforms to the Land Use Planning Appeal Process
Province of Ontario Announces Major Reforms to the Land Use Planning Appeal Process
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May 16, 2017

Federal Jurisdiction in Municipal Matters: What Happens When the Provinces or Municipalities Step on Federal Toes?
Federal Jurisdiction in Municipal Matters: What Happens When the Provinces or Municipalities Step on Federal Toes?
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Mar 13, 2017

What to Expect from Toronto’s Local Appeal Body – Knowns and Unknowns
What to Expect from Toronto’s Local Appeal Body – Knowns and Unknowns
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Feb 21, 2017

The Timely Exercise of Lease Renewal Rights
The Timely Exercise of Lease Renewal Rights
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Feb 10, 2017

Better late than never: Court finds that landlord still entitled to payment of additional rent after forgetting to invoice tenant for 3 years
Better late than never: Court finds that landlord still entitled to payment of additional rent after forgetting to invoice tenant for 3 years
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Dec 19, 2016

Ontario Increases Land Transfer Tax Rates
Ontario Increases Land Transfer Tax Rates
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Nov 17, 2016

Subcontractors May Unknowingly Lack General Lien Rights
Subcontractors May Unknowingly Lack General Lien Rights
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Nov 3, 2016

Proposed Amendments Could Shake Up Vancouver’s Short-Term Rental Market
Proposed Amendments Could Shake Up Vancouver’s Short-Term Rental Market
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Oct 17, 2016

The Supreme Court of Canada Renders a Long Awaited Ruling regarding the Power to Situate Radiocommunication Antenna Systems
The Supreme Court of Canada Renders a Long Awaited Ruling regarding the Power to Situate Radiocommunication Antenna Systems
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Sep 12, 2016

Fundamental Breach of Commercial Leases
Fundamental Breach of Commercial Leases
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Sep 9, 2016

Important Modifications to The Act Respecting Duties on Transfers of Immovables
Important Modifications to The Act Respecting Duties on Transfers of Immovables
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Apr 13, 2016

BC Government Targets Foreign Buyers with Massive Tax Hike
On July 25, 2016, the BC government announced Bill 28 – Miscellaneous Statutes (Housing Priority Initiatives) Amendment Act, 2016.
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Jan 27, 2016

Updated – Bill 73: Smart Growth for Our Communities Act, 2015
Updated – Bill 73: Smart Growth for Our Communities Act, 2015
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Jan 18, 2016

Purchasing Your Next Piece of Property With an iPad May Have Just Become a Reality
Purchasing Your Next Piece of Property With an IPad May Have Just Become a Reality
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Jan 15, 2016

The Trump Tower: Not All Developer Documents are Created Equal
The Trump Tower: Not All Developer Documents are Created Equal
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Oct 10, 2015

Bill 73: Smart Growth for Our Communities Act, 2015
Bill 73: Smart Growth for Our Communities Act, 2015
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Jul 18, 2015

Bill 73: Smart Growth for Our Communities Act, 2015
Bill 73: Smart Growth for Our Communities Act, 2015
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Jun 18, 2015

Certainty is on the Menu: Considerations for Lower Risk Service Contracts
Certainty is on the Menu: Considerations for Lower Risk Service Contracts
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Mar 31, 2015

General Damages for Mental Distress: Coming to a Contract Breach Near You?
General Damages for Mental Distress: Coming to a Contract Breach Near You?
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Feb 24, 2015

Limiting Rights of First Refusal Not An Easy Business
Limiting Rights of First Refusal Not An Easy Business
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Feb 14, 2015

Recent BC Decisions Quashes Rezoning and Land Swap
Recent BC Decisions Quashes Rezoning and Land Swap
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Feb 5, 2015

Drafting, Exercising and Protecting Lease Renewal Rights
Drafting, Exercising and Protecting Lease Renewal Rights
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Jun 9, 2014

The Mortgage Investment Corporation – an Alternative Lender
The Mortgage Investment Corporation – an Alternative Lender
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Mar 24, 2014

Leasing Lessons Learned from the Alberta Flood
Leasing Lessons Learned from the Alberta Flood
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Jan 7, 2014