ArticleFintech Comparative Guide: CanadaEKB lawyers Kelly Samuels and Russell Allsup have authored a Fintech Comparative Guide for Canada. CanadaTechnologyEKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
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ArticleRoyalty Companies' Effect On Royalty Agreements And Other Recent TrendsThis paper discusses the nature of a royalty and their uses.CanadaCorporate/Commercial LawEKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleAlberta Court Of Appeal Judge Questions The Judicially Approved Principles For Interpreting Termination Clause In Employment ContractsIn a recently released decision, the Alberta Court of Appeal considered yet another case where a dismissed employee argued the termination provision in their contract should be of no force...CanadaEmployment and HREKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleThink Twice Before Withdrawing That Employment Offer!Employers are generally aware that terminating an employment relationship brings legal risks. However, a lesser known employment principle is that employers face significant legal risks even where...CanadaEmployment and HREKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleCOVID-19: The Canada Emergency Response BenefitAs the effects of COVID-19 continue to manifest, the Government of Canada continues to unveil new programs to assist those impacted by the downturn of economic activity. CanadaCoronavirus (COVID-19)EKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleCan You Fire a Drunk Driver?What is the appropriate sanction for an employee who is caught driving while impaired in a company vehicle? Should they be fired?CanadaEmployment and HREKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleNew BC Cannabis Legislation And Consequential Amendments To The Residential Tenancy ActThe Province of British Columbia has passed the Cannabis Control and Licensing Act (CCLA), which is scheduled to come into effect on October 17, 2018.CanadaReal Estate and ConstructionEKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleElectronic Meetings Of Credit Unions Now Allowed PermanentlyHistorically, the Credit Union Incorporation Act (the "CUIA") has restricted credit unions from holding entirely electronic meetings of members, primarily due to the requirement in the CUIA ...CanadaCoronavirus (COVID-19)EKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleMinimizing Biases In The Hiring ProcessEmployers often make hiring decisions based on a multitude of objective and subjective factors. Given that personal biases often play a conscious or unconscious role in these decisions...CanadaEmployment and HREKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleImplementing Blockchain Technology: Understanding Smart ContractsThe term "blockchain" has become ubiquitous in recent months, garnering headlines and social media attention. It also tends to be a source of confusion.CanadaTechnologyEKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleVaccine Passports And Policies Are Here To Protect You. The Ontario Human Rights Commission Agrees.Over the past few months, we have witnessed a number of provinces implement various procedures requiring individuals to provide proof of vaccination, as well as companies implementing mandatory vaccine policies.CanadaEmployment and HREKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleCanada Emergency Wage SubsidyOn April 8, 2020, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau provided updates on the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (the "Subsidy"). CanadaCoronavirus (COVID-19)EKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticlePrimer: Know Your Rights And Obligations Under The BC Employment Standards ActThe BC Employment Standards Act, RSBC 1996 C 113 (the "Act") is an important law which describes the rights and obligations of most employees and employers in British Columbia...CanadaEmployment and HREKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleEvicting The Vacate Clause: What BC's Changes To Fixed Term Leases Mean To Landlords And TenantsOn October 26, 2017, the British Columbia government introduced Bill 16, the Tenancy Statutes Amendment Act. Bill 16 aims to address a longstanding complaint from renters...CanadaReal Estate and ConstructionEKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleStatus Of British Columbia's Courts & Tribunals During COVID-19 PandemicExtraordinary measures are being taken to control the spread of COVID-19 in courts and administrative tribunals across British Columbia.CanadaCoronavirus (COVID-19)EKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleEmployees Should Think Twice Before Refusing To Comply With Employer's Mask PoliciesAs employers face the ongoing challenge of amending their workplace policies in light of the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, theses policies continue to become the subject...CanadaEmployment and HREKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleCOVID-19 And Privacy: Collection, Use And Disclosure Of Personal Information During A PandemicThe COVID-19 pandemic raises privacy issues for businesses in British Columbia. How should a landlord respond if a tenant tests positive for COVID-19? What should an employer do if an...CanadaCoronavirus (COVID-19)EKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
ArticleGuidance On Use Of Electronic SignaturesAs a result of social distancing measures necessary to fight the spread of COVID-19, individuals and companies are becoming increasingly reliant upon technology to carry out the day-to-day aspects of business.CanadaCoronavirus (COVID-19)EKB | Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP