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Paralegals in Ontario can now provide limited family law services through the Family Legal Services Provider licence. This includes help with uncontested divorces, child support administration, domestic contracts, and family court forms. This article explains what FLSP paralegals are legally permitted to do, where the limits apply, and how the public can access these regulated services.

In Ontario, an eviction notice is not the same as an eviction. Landlords cannot force a tenant to leave without an order from the Landlord and Tenant Board, and only the Sheriff can carry out an eviction. The Residential Tenancies Act sets strict rules for how this process must unfold.

Sexual harassment often happens behind closed doors, leaving little physical evidence. Ontario’s legal framework examines credibility, context, and trauma-informed approaches when assessing these claims under the Human Rights Code.

Canadian courts consider social host liability when guests drink and drive after private events. Liability depends on the host’s involvement and knowledge.

This article explores how sexual harassment discipline in Ontario’s legal profession is influenced by documentation, power dynamics, and procedural gaps. Through analysis of two Law Society Tribunal cases, it reveals how the presence or absence of evidence shapes outcomes and highlights broader systemic challenges in protecting complainants and ensuring accountability.

This article traces the legal evolution of abortion in Canada, from 19th-century criminalization to the current Charter-protected status. Key milestones, landmark Supreme Court rulings, and access to medical abortion are explored in the context of women's constitutional rights and public health policy.

Ontario law protects the rights of people with disabilities to use service animals in public spaces. But confusion remains over which animals qualify, how they must behave, and what happens when their presence affects others. This article explores legal definitions, gaps in regulation, misuse, and how institutions can balance competing human rights in shared environments.

A 10-year look at Canada’s justice system spending—tracking rising budgets, workforce cuts, and the growing debate over access to justice.

Persistent noise can be frustrating. This article explains how Ontario residents can address noisy neighbours through bylaws, documentation, and legal options.

This article explains how Remembrance Day is formally recognized under Canadian law through the Holidays Act amendment and explores its historical and cultural significance, including Canada's military sacrifices and the personal stories of those who served.

ntario’s Horse Racing Appeal Panel (HRAP) provides a legal forum to challenge racing decisions. Explore eligibility, hearing procedures, legal standards, and appeal rights.

Enforcing court orders in Canada requires specific legal steps that vary by province and territory. This guide explains how to enforce a court judgment through garnishment, property seizure, and other tools. It includes province-by-province breakdowns with links to official court rules and enforcement agencies, helping you understand what to do if someone does not comply with a court decision. Legal information only—no advice provided.

Halloween pranks can lead to criminal mischief charges under Section 430 of Canada’s Criminal Code. This piece outlines how actions like trespassing, property damage, or interference with decorations may result in legal consequences—even when intended as seasonal fun.

Roman law evolved from unwritten customs under kings to a codified system that shaped modern civil law. From the Twelve Tables to Justinian’s Corpus Juris Civilis, it reflected shifts in power, social protest, and legal reform. Its legacy endures in legal systems worldwide.

A clear guide to when and where women could own land and manage property. Examples span Egypt, Sparta, Viking Scandinavia, the Haudenosaunee, and the Married Women’s Property Acts, with plain explanations of what changed and what did not.

New rules under Ontario’s Employment Standards Act will require job postings to include salary details, AI use disclosures, and clear timelines for communicating with applicants, effective January 1, 2026.

This guide explains what to do if you receive a court summons, witness subpoena, appearance notice, or bench warrant in Ontario or elsewhere in Canada. Learn how to respond correctly, avoid legal consequences, and access official resources in your province or territory.

A legal look at Québec language rights, Bill 96, and how new public service rules may impact access, fairness, and constitutional protections.

This deep dive into the Cost of Canadian Parliament explores how much taxpayers spend annually on MP salaries, operations, and infrastructure—even when Parliament isn't sitting. Learn how prorogation affects accountability, what MPs earn, and where billions in public funds are allocated.

A Lindsay, Ontario homeowner has been charged with aggravated assault after allegedly injuring an intruder during a break-in. Police say the resident confronted the man inside his home, resulting in life-threatening injuries to the intruder. Both individuals now face multiple charges. Canadian law permits self-defence, but only if the force used is reasonable and necessary under the circumstances.