Criminal Law
Understanding Your Rights: Police Encounters in Canada
Discover your rights during police encounters in Canada, from remaining silent to seeking legal counsel, ensuring fair treatment and legal protection.
Civil Litigation
Understanding Protection and Restraining Orders: Key Differences
Explore the key differences between protection and restraining orders, crucial legal tools for safeguarding individuals from threats and harassment.
Judicial Review
IRCC Settlement Options
When applying for a judicial review against a decision made by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), applicants may encounter a settlement offer presented by the Department of Justice (DOJ). A settlement offer is essentially a proposal from the DOJ to resolve the judicial review application without proceeding to a Read more…
Civil Litigation
Understanding Civil vs. Criminal Trespass in Canada
Explore the differences between civil and criminal trespass in Canada, their legal implications, and available remedies for property disputes.
Wills
Understanding the Executor’s Role in Canadian Wills
Explore the crucial role of executors in Canadian wills, from legal duties to managing assets and communicating with beneficiaries.
Judicial Review
Federal Court Seasonal Recess: Impacts on Judicial Reviews and Ongoing Delays
The Federal Court of Canada plays a pivotal role in adjudicating legal disputes, including immigration matters, administrative decisions, and other judicial reviews. However, like many judicial systems around the world, the Federal Court observes a seasonal recess, which significantly impacts the timelines for ongoing cases and judicial reviews. Understanding the Read more…
Family Law
Understanding the Purpose of a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) in Canada
Canada’s immigration system is governed by the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), which outlines the rules and requirements for entering and remaining in the country. However, there are situations where individuals may not meet these requirements due to inadmissibility or other restrictions. In such cases, a Temporary Resident Permit Read more…
Civil Litigation
Understanding Negligence in Canadian Tort Law: Key Tests
Explore key tests in Canadian tort law to understand how negligence is assessed, focusing on duty of care, breach, causation, and damages.
Family Law
The Importance of a Study Plan in a Study Permit Application
The Importance of a Study Plan in a Study Permit Application and Its Impact on Judicial Review at Federal Court Applying for a study permit to Canada involves submitting a detailed application that demonstrates your genuine intention to study and your plans for the future. One of the critical components Read more…
Estate Planning
Understanding Bare Trust Agreements in Canada
Explore the benefits and challenges of bare trust agreements in Canada, a straightforward tool for estate planning and asset management.