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Toronto litigation boutique specializing in civil, criminal, administrative/regulatory, and appellate law in all levels of court.

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Appeal board ruled they'd violated Hockey Canada's code of conduct, and didn't provide reasons for difference in suspension timelines. All 5 had been permitted to return to the NHL after being acquitted of charges last year.

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4 of the 5 former world junior hockey team members acquitted of sexual assault last year will still be suspended from Hockey Canada. 1 of the 5 to be re-instated immediately while the rest face varying suspension timelines with the latest being until 2030.
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He agreed to pay restitution to three (unnamed) US-based airlines as part of his guilty plea. His sentencing is scheduled for December 8, 2026. For these charges, could be up to 20 years in prison, and he is facing a fine of up to $250,000 as well as a term of supervised release.

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Toronto flight attendant accused of using a false employee ID card pleads guilty to wire fraud, posed as a pilot to fly for free. He was indicted in October 2025, arrested in Panama then extradited to US.
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Critics say better way to reduce government’s workload is to proactively publish more information. Proposed changes remain under consideration after consultations ended in June. Advocates warn transparency shouldn’t depend on staffing levels/budgets/how “official” document seems.

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Ottawa is proposing changes to Canada’s Access to Information Act that lawyers & environmental groups say could make government records harder to obtain. One major concern would be excluding “ephemeral” records, potentially including emails, from the law.
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Some say emails/internal discussions crucial to understanding how decisions were made, not just final outcome. Others warn longer processing deadlines could make already slow system even harder to navigate. Request recently received 360-day extension; another pending for 5 years.

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Police say investigation is still ongoing.

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Police arrested 2 men following shooting at Salsa on St. Clair. Both suspects charged with 2 counts of first degree murder, 5 counts of attempted murder, among other charges as they were also found in possession of firearms, narcotics, & Canadian currency.
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Sikh man challenged oath saying it would make him choose between becoming a lawyer & maintaining his faith. Court said Alberta could make oath optional, remove requirement (which other provinces had previously done) or modify the oath. Alberta government appealed decision to SCC.

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Supreme Court of Canada to hear case about constitutionality of oath to the crown future lawyers are legally required to make. Comes after the Alberta Court of appeal found the requirement infringes on freedom of religion.
https://t.co/kfvUOCYo8s

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Class action outlines damages caused to class members by way of protests, anti-semitic rhetoric and harassment, intimidation, assault. Class members include all students registered at McGill from October 8, 2023 to date of official notice of the judgment.

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Superior Court of Quebec authorizes class action lawsuit against McGill University. Undergrad student representative plaintiff for group of students who stated the university did not take reasonable action to protect Jewish students on campus after Oct 7.
https://t.co/cZeYFhS5PR

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Judge stated circumstances on campus "exceptional and complex," raise "sufficient concern to demonstrate that the cause of action stands a chance at trial and deserves to be heard."

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Judge said saw no evidence he took steps toward rehabilitation. Crown and defence must return with a new sentencing submission on Sept 17. Victim's family, who delivered impact statements, face another delay in case.

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Newfoundland & Labrador judge rejected joint recommendation of 4-year prison sentence for man who pleaded guilty to impaired driving causing death, saying proposed sentence was "too lenient."
https://t.co/1GUtyPIBQG

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Court heard he consumed a significant amount of alcohol, drove up to 165 km/h, crashed into house in St. John's and killed a passenger. Judge said he was also caught driving while suspended just months later, calling his conduct evidence of "complete disregard" for public safety.

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Politicians & Jewish advocacy organization B'nai Brith condemned the arson saying that the restaurant was a part of the Jewish community. Though it's unconfirmed if the restaurant was targeted due to anti-semitism, B'nai Brith acknowledged the community's concerns following this.

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Montreal police arson squad investigating fire that burned down kosher restaurant Nöam Saturday morning as someone was seen leaving on security camera after fire broke out. Restaurant served Italian-mediterranean food in predominantly Jewish neighbourhood.
https://t.co/JPkhaF7rY8

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Injunction now prevents the company from manufacturing, testing, selling, advertising the product, or helping other companies to do so. If Canlab Research doesn't comply with the injunction, Health Canada said they will pursue further legal action.

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Superior Court of Quebec grants Health Canada permanent injunction, preventing the sale of unauthorized injectable peptides in Canada. Online retailer Canlab Research had been selling them online without Health Canada's approval.
https://t.co/FrMb8tx145

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Health Canada told Canlab Research in 2023 to stop advertising & selling; sale of products continued. Health agency cautioned consumers against using unauthorized injectable peptides, say it's best to consult medical professional, there are health risks associated with their use.