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On Dogs, Laws and By-Laws
When Charlotte Isadora Ginger-Snap stops abruptly in the middle of their early morning run, Denise Gordon instantly pulls out a plastic bag. Although she describes her two year old German shepherd as an unusual pet with remarkable bladder…
Wills: Putting Your Legal Affairs in Order
by Gordon Crann and Alan Redway Travel may increase the risk of illness, injury or even death. In addition to purchasing travel insurance, you should consider putting your legal affairs in order by making a will and powers of attorney.
Law: On Dogs, Laws and By-Laws
When Charlotte Isadora Ginger-Snap stops abruptly in the middle of their early morning run, Denise Gordon instantly pulls out a plastic bag. Although she describes her two year old German shepherd as an unusual pet with remarkable bladder…
Bringing a Canadian Licence Within Reach
There are many programs and services created by the Government of Canada to help internationally educated professionals find employment – but newcomers who practice regulated occupations need the most assistance. An official point of view…
Balanced reforms planned for Canada’s asylum system
Legislation to improve Canada’s asylum system, deliver quicker decisions on asylum claims and provide faster protection to those in need was introduced by Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney.
Law: How to Find and Pay for Legal Help
by Gilda Spitz Are you planning to buy your first house or condo in Canada? Do you need to protect your family’s future by setting up your will? Are you in some legal trouble and need help? For situations like these, you need to talk to a…
Dual Citizenship: Have Your Cake and Eat It Too?
Our lifestyles columnist takes a break from the usual humorous lifestyle stories to share her research on the benefits and drawbacks of dual citizenship. Although, as an expectant mother of twin boys, perhaps she is in an ideal position to…
Tips for Newcomers on Legal Language
Whenever you negotiate the purchase or lease of real estate, or of high-end personal property such as vehicles, or computer components, you are likely to be asked to sign contracts whose language may be difficult to understand. Despite…
Putting Your Legal Affairs in Order
by Gordon Crann and Alan Redway Travel may increase the risk of illness, injury or even death. In addition to purchasing travel insurance, you should consider putting your legal affairs in order by making a will and powers of attorney.
Immigration: Bill 124 – Creating Opportunity for All
By Mike Colle - Ontario Minister of Citizenship and Immigration This article may be or contain information which is outdated. On October 3, 2006, I moved Bill 124 to have its second reading in the Ontario Legislative Assembly. Bill 124, the…