The Government of Ontario declared a State of Emergency on March 17, 2020 in relation to COVID-19. A few days later, pursuant to section 7.1(2) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, the legislature of Ontario established a Regulation temporarily suspending the operation of limitation periods and time limits in proceedings made under a […]
By Liza Saad: The circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic have prompted many to think about writing their Wills or making changes to existing Wills. However, during a time of social distancing and self-isolation, the legal requirement that a Will must be signed in the physical presence of two witnesses posed a major challenge. In response […]
by Rob Levesque The COVID 19 pandemic is affecting all Canadians, forcing us to change our ordinary way of doing things. Social distancing and self-isolation have quickly become the new normal, as we collectively take steps to slow the spread of the virus. For those of us who are stuck at home, it can feel like […]