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Canada’s Broadband Push: What You Need to Know And the Legal Challenges to Address
By: Dana Lucas Canada is investing billions to bring high-speed internet to every corner of the country. If you’re considering participating in broadband deployment projects, understanding the funding available and the legal challenges involved can help you navigate this complex landscape successfully. What is the Universal Broadband Fund? The Universal Broadband Fund (UBF) is the…
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SaskTalks: Chad Eggerman sits down with Troy Baril, Managing Partner of Procido LLP
In this episode of SaskTalks, host Chad Eggerman interviews Troy Baril, Managing Partner of Procido LLP about the darker sides of the billable-hour system prevalent in law firms and the innovative Procido Fixed Annual Fee (PFAF) program which provides cost certainty to clients. 🎧 Tune in to this episode: Apple Podcasts: SaskTalks: From Field to…
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Workplace Harassment – Which Law Applies to You?
By: Iffat Ritter Federal and Provincial Regulations Differ Every employer is subject to the laws governing Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), which includes the prevention and management of harassment complaints. However, the definitions of harassment differ between Federal and Provincial Legislation. The definition that applies to you and your organization is dependent on whether you…
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Addressing Canada’s Housing Crisis: The Critical Role of Municipalities
By: Taylor Moroz, Jacey Safnuk and Troy Baril Canada is grappling with a profound housing crisis. From acute shortages in housing supply to a deepening affordability gap, the country is witnessing rising rent costs, limited options for diverse family structures, and increasing displacement risks for vulnerable populations. This crisis is multifaceted and systemic, with roots…
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SaskTalks: Chad Eggerman sits down with Les Schaevitz, Founder & CEO of SustainaPac Canada
Plastic pollution is one of the most urgent yet understated global crises of our time. In this episode of the SaskTalks podcast, host Chad Eggerman sits down with Les Schaevitz, Founder & CEO of SustainaPac Canada, to explore how molded natural fiber can be a scalable, sustainable alternative to single-use petroleum-based plastics. From the realities…
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Understanding Termination and Severance in Canadian Employment Law: What Employers and Employees Need to Know
By: Taylor Moroz Ending an employment relationship is a significant legal event. Whether it is initiated by the employer or the employee, it carries real consequences that can affect finances, professional reputations, and future opportunities. For employers, improper handling of a termination can result in costly legal claims, reputational harm, and unexpected financial liability. For…
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Thumbs-Up Emoji Case Stands: Supreme Court Declines to Hear Appeal
By: Taylor Moroz and Troy Baril The Supreme Court of Canada has declined to hear an appeal in a closely watched case concerning whether a thumbs-up emoji can constitute a legally binding signature. The decision effectively upholds the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal’s ruling, which found that the emoji satisfied the signature requirement under section 6(1)…
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FAA’s Informed Consent Rules Leave Space Tourists Flying Blind
By: Dana Lucas Space tourists are flying blind into life-threatening risks – and current regulations are enabling it. Our Associate Dana Lucas exposes how FAA informed consent rules fail to warn participants about long-term health consequences that could emerge years after their flight. Read her article in Space News to see how voluntary disclosure changes…
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I’ve Lost My Will. Now What?
By: Hannah Pasloski When engaging in the estate planning process, it is likely that you will receive advice from a lawyer to keep your Last Will & Testament in a safe place that can be easily accessed by your Executor when the time comes for them to use it. This advice is crucial, as the…
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Promoting Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: The Role of Procido LLP in Expanding the Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) Across Saskatchewan
By: Taylor Moroz, Jacey Safnuk, Troy Baril and, Lola Adebogun As municipalities across Saskatchewan seek to address the growing need for energy efficiency, water conservation, and renewable energy solutions, the Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) in Saskatoon serves as an exemplary model for sustainable urban development. The program is designed to help homeowners improve their…
