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Collecting Condominium Fees From A Reluctant Owner
Note: The rules and law may have changed since this article was first published. It is provided for archival purposes but you…
The Ins and Outs of Business Name Registrations in Saskatchewan
The name the public sees is always top of mind for a new business (and a popular topic for articles like this.)…
The Legal Rules Around Nanny Shares
With the influx of people moving to Saskatchewan for employment opportunities, the shortage of regulated child care spaces is a problem. Many…
Taking Care When Holding Customer Data
We’re now used to Edward Snowden’s revelations of National Security Agency data spying. His strategy was clever – a slow drip of…
IP Trolls In Canada
A uniquely 21st Century business headache is the demand letter from so-called “IP trolls”. Someone claiming to own patent, copyright or other…
CASL Redefines Bulk Messaging Rules In Canada
On July 1, 2014, this country gave a birthday present to itself: Canada Anti-Spam Legislation. While this might be a welcome gift…
Don’t Be Too Hasty When Relocating Children
Canadian parents wanting to relocate their children after a separation may be surprised to learn they need Court approval if the other…
The Responsibilities of Condominium Board Members
Condominium living has become increasingly popular in Saskatchewan over the last few years. With baby boomers downsizing their living arrangements and condos…
Anti-Spam Compliance After July 1, 2014
There was a sharp uptick in the number of requests for consent in email boxes leading up to July 1, 2014. This…
Arbitrator Upholds Firing of Employee Who Improperly Accessed Health Records
Health records are among the most sensitive and protected materials. Despite these characteristics, it has been very difficult to terminate employees who…
Trademark Changes Slipped Into Budget Bill
It isn’t obvious to look in a budget implementation bill for changes to trademark legislation. Yet that is what has happened this…
Employee v. Independent Contractor: Still A Fine Line
The other day I was reviewing recent decisions of the Saskatchewan Courts for new cases in the area of employment law and…