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Fixed Fee vs Hourly for Legal Services: How Should I Pay?
For many years, the standard way to pay for legal help in Canada was by the hour. Lawyers would track their time, down to the minute, and bill clients for every task. This is the traditional billable hour model. However, things are changing. More and more, lawyers and clients are looking at different ways to...
Read The Rest...NHP vs Food – What Is My Product?
Foods Under the Food and Drugs Act and Food and Drug Regulations In Canada, conventional foods are primarily governed by the Food and Drugs Act and its associated Food and Drug Regulations. These regulations outline the standards for safety, labelling, and composition for products intended for consumption as part of a regular diet. Foods are generally understood to...
Read The Rest...10 Clauses To Include In A Commercial Contract To Protect You
Know Just Some Of The Provisions To Put In Your Company's Agreements To Protect Its Interests 1. Payment Terms When you're setting up a business deal, getting the payment terms right is pretty important. It's not just about the total amount; it's about when and how that money changes hands. Clear payment terms prevent a lot of headaches down...
Read The Rest...Report of the 3rd Legislative Review of the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act
Mandate and Scope of the Review The third legislative review of the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA) was undertaken to examine the Act's operation and effectiveness. This review specifically focused on the compliance and enforcement mechanisms currently in place. The mandate was to assess how well these mechanisms are working to uphold the Act's...
Read The Rest...Zoning Bylaw Amendments Vs. Minor Variances in Ontario
Defining Zoning Bylaw Amendments A zoning bylaw amendment is a formal process to change the official zoning designation of a property or to introduce specific provisions to an existing zoning category. This typically involves altering the bylaw itself, which is a municipal legal document. For instance, if a property is zoned for residential use and...
Read The Rest...Ontario Municipalities To Be Allowed To Impose Zoning Monetary Penalties
Legislative Shift Towards Enhanced Municipal Enforcement Ontario municipalities are on the cusp of a significant change in how they enforce zoning bylaws. A new legislative framework, primarily introduced through Bill 119, the Protecting Ontario’s Streets and Communities Act, 2026, is set to grant municipalities the authority to impose administrative monetary penalties (AMPs) for zoning bylaw...
Read The Rest...Canada Proposes Ban on Crypto ATMs
Government Rationale for the Canada Crypto ATM Ban The Canadian government has put forth a proposal to ban cryptocurrency automated teller machines (ATMs) across the nation. This significant policy shift is primarily driven by concerns regarding the use of these machines in facilitating financial crimes. The government views crypto ATMs as a primary conduit for scammers...
Read The Rest...How To Get NHP Natural Product Number (NPN)
Definition and Purpose of a Natural Product Number (NPN) A Natural Product Number, or NPN, is a unique eight-digit identifier assigned by Health Canada. This number signifies that a natural health product (NHP) has successfully passed Health Canada's pre-market assessment for safety, efficacy, and quality. Essentially, an NPN confirms that a product is authorized for sale...
Read The Rest...Canada Reclassifying Sports Drinks as Food
Historical Classification of Health Products For a considerable time, the regulatory landscape in Canada treated many products intended for health or performance enhancement under a specific framework. This often meant that items consumers might use for athletic purposes, or to support bodily functions, were categorized based on their intended use and ingredients. The classification was...
Read The Rest...What Documents Should Be In a Corporate Minute Book?
Definition and Purpose of a Minute Book A corporate minute book is essentially the official diary of a company. It's a collection of all the vital legal and governance documents that chart the corporation's journey from its inception to its current operations. Think of it as the company's memory, holding records of its formation, its...
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