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Business law increasing minimum wage will start January 1
Businesses always need to stay aware of changing legislation which may affect their operations. Ontario owners have a big update coming on January 1, 2018, when minimum wage increases to $14 per hour. The new business law will be accompanied by further...
Business law prepares for legalization of marijuana
The legalization of marijuana has been a hot topic in Canadian business news. Ontario has released a plan about how it will handle the substance under provincial business law. Others across the country and around the world are looking at...
New class-action case alleges franchise law violations
When the parent company of a franchise changes hands, it can cause a ripple effect through independently owned locations. While some changes and behaviour may be permitted under an agreement, franchise law gives owners certain protections and rights in Ontario. Several...
Finance Minister proposes changes to tax and business law
When tax code changes are discussed, Canadian businesses are often a part of the conversation. Recently, they have come under discussion again, as new tax changes are being proposed by the federal government. Canada's Finance Minister posits that those who...
Tim Hortons faces franchise law disputes since cross-border sale
The coffee chain Tim Hortons is often advertised as a symbol of Canadian culture but has faced backlash from franchisees since its sale to Restaurant Brands International Inc. RBI, an American company with a Brazil-based majority owner, took over Tim Hortons in 2014. Franchisees claim...
The Objective Approach to Rescission in Franchise Disclosure Cases – Mendoza v Active Tire & Auto Centre I
Purchasing a franchise is a major business decision. The Arthur Wishart Act (Franchise Disclosure) ("the AWA") recognizes this fact and seeks to assist prospective franchisees by imposing strict financial and other disclosure requirements on franchisors. The legislation is aimed at...
