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Human Rights Protections: British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal v Schrenk
In 2017, the Supreme Court of Canada released its decision in British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal v. Schrenk.[1] LESA’s upcoming webinar: Human Rights Protections After Schrenk examines how this decision …
The Alberta Sovereignty within a United Canada Act
On December 15, 2022, the Alberta Sovereignty within a United Canada Act received Royal Assent and came into force. The Act was proposed by UCP leader, Danielle Smith, and the …
Nuances in Cannabis & Employment Law
Substance addiction is considered a disability under Canadian human rights law and is a protected ground of discrimination.[1] Cannabis usage qualifying as a prima facie substance addiction and disability is …
New Trustee Act
The revamped Trustee Act will come into force on February 1, 2023. Lawyers practicing in wills and estates will need to understand the impacts of the new legislation and how it will …
Honouring the Legacy of John M. Hope KC
LESA is saddened to hear of the passing of John M. Hope KC on December 28, 2022. John was a long-time LESA supporter and served as faculty for our Intensive …
The Practice of Bankruptcy and Insolvency Law With Kyle Kashuba
The practice of bankruptcy and insolvency law is known for its challenging and complex nature. LESA’s upcoming Bankruptcy and Insolvency Essentials program aims to demystify the nuances in this area …
Human Rights Protections: British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal v Schrenk
In 2017, the Supreme Court of Canada released its decision in British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal v. Schrenk.[1] LESA’s upcoming webinar: Human Rights Protections After Schrenk examines how this decision
The Alberta Sovereignty within a United Canada Act
On December 15, 2022, the Alberta Sovereignty within a United Canada Act received Royal Assent and came into force. The Act was proposed by UCP leader, Danielle Smith, and the
Nuances in Cannabis & Employment Law
Substance addiction is considered a disability under Canadian human rights law and is a protected ground of discrimination.[1] Cannabis usage qualifying as a prima facie substance addiction and disability is
New Trustee Act
The revamped Trustee Act will come into force on February 1, 2023. Lawyers practicing in wills and estates will need to understand the impacts of the new legislation and how it will
Honouring the Legacy of John M. Hope KC
LESA is saddened to hear of the passing of John M. Hope KC on December 28, 2022. John was a long-time LESA supporter and served as faculty for our Intensive
The Practice of Bankruptcy and Insolvency Law With Kyle Kashuba
The practice of bankruptcy and insolvency law is known for its challenging and complex nature. LESA’s upcoming Bankruptcy and Insolvency Essentials program aims to demystify the nuances in this area