The Complete Brief
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October 09, 2025
New federal Bill C-12 features immigration reforms carved out from contentious ‘strong borders’ bill
The federal government has removed about half of its controversial 140-page omnibus “strong borders” bill (C-2) and inserted excised measures into a newly introduced 70-page “immigration and borders” bill (C-12), which proposes many of the same immigration changes that critics had called on Ottawa to scrap.
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October 09, 2025
B.C. to modernize consumer protection laws on credit fraud
British Columbia is introducing amendments to improve consumer protection laws, allowing consumers to benefit from stronger tools for protection against credit-related fraud and to “support confident financial decision-making.”
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October 09, 2025
Court rules U.S. charities not qualified donees under ITA despite tax convention
The Federal Court of Appeal has upheld the revenue minister’s decision to revoke a foundation’s charitable status over its donations to U.S. charities, ruling that a Canada-U.S. treaty provides tax relief but does not make U.S. charities qualified donees under the Income Tax Act (ITA).
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October 09, 2025
Court finds credit union transactions enforceable despite unregistered operations in Alberta
The Alberta Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal and cross-appeal relating to the question of validity and enforcement of transactions in a case where the appellants claimed a Saskatchewan credit union could not carry on business in Alberta.
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October 09, 2025
The horrors of homemade wills: When good intentions go bad
It’s a story estate lawyers know all too well: someone decides to “save a few bucks” by writing their own will — only for the family to end up spending thousands in legal fees after their death. While homemade wills might seem like a simple solution, the reality is far more complicated. The law sets out strict requirements for how a will must be made, and even the smallest misstep can leave your loved ones in legal limbo.
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October 09, 2025
From the Coach: How do you identify potential successors in law firms?
Law firm succession planning is a critical process that ensures the continuity and stability of a firm when leadership changes occur. Identifying potential successors is not merely about finding capable attorneys; it is about recognizing future leaders who can uphold the firm’s values and drive it forward.
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October 09, 2025
Lippes Mathias names Brian Bocketti chief growth officer
Lippes Mathias LLP has announced that partner and executive committee member Brian J. Bocketti has been appointed chief growth officer.
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October 08, 2025
Saskatchewan’s top court examines ‘causation’ in manslaughter case
A Saskatchewan man acquitted of manslaughter after he allegedly killed a friend by hitting him on the head with a “metal object” now faces a new trial.
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October 09, 2025
Roper Greyell adds Kailey Hubele, promotes Jordan Michaux
Roper Greyell has announced the addition of Kailey Hubele to the firm, as well as Jordan Michaux’s appointment to associate counsel.
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October 09, 2025
Adverse possession, municipal parkland: The implications of Kosicki v. Toronto
In a closely divided 5-4 ruling in Kosicki v. Toronto (City), 2025 SCC 28, the Supreme Court of Canada confirmed that municipalities and other public bodies in Ontario are not immune to adverse possession claims, unless the land in question is explicitly protected by legislation.