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The Jas Johal ShowThe Jas Johal Show: April 14, 2025Will the Vancouver Park Board start charging for parking in community centres?GUEST: Brennan Bastyovanszky , Vancouver Park Board Vice-ChairRant on Park Board considering charging for community centre parkingWhat employers need to know while navigating the U.S/Canada trade warGUEST: Geoff Mason, Employment and Human Rights Lawyer, and partner at Miller Thomson LLP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-04-1539 min
THE AGE OF AFRICAS1E3: Investing in Africa: Capitalizing on Demographic Trends, Technology, and DevelopmentModerated by Alfred Apps, Former Senior Partner at Miller Thomson LLP in Toronto, this discussion brings together an accomplished panel including Noman Haughton, Director of In-Flight Digital Entertainment, WiFi, Media Sales and Analytics, Air Canada; David Harlley, Co-Founder and CEO of Thirdway Capital; Michael B. Sewardda, Chief of Staff and Strategy Manager for Global Government Affairs and Public Policy, at HP; and Alisha Golden, Investment Manager at Techstars.Description: This episode explores the factors positioning African markets as a dynamic investment destination, with a focus on demographic growth, technological innovation, and s...2025-04-0858 min
IDU : Bâtir et adapter nos villes, une conversation à la foisVivre et développer son quartier pleinement : les motivations de l’entrepreneur résidentPour l’épisode #4 de son balado : Bâtir et adapter nos villes, une conversation à la fois, l’IDU propose un aperçu de la réalité de l’entrepreneur immobilier en 2024 : enjeux et défis, difficultés et obstacles, mais surtout, solutions et motivations.
Pour échanger sur le sujet, la PDG de l’IDU, Isabelle Melançon reçoit deux entrepreneurs qui s’investissent passionnément dans le développement de leur quartier et de leur ville : Mélanie Robitaille, Vice-présidente directrice générale de Rachel Julien, et Hugo Girard-Beauchamp, Fondateur et président de Maître Carré.
Un immense m...2024-04-0226 minIDU : Bâtir et adapter nos villes, une conversation à la foisDéveloppement urbain de Lévis : les conditions favorables à l’attractivitéPour l’épisode #3 de son balado, l’IDU est à Lévis pour parler du spectaculaire développement économique et urbain que la ville a connu au cours de la dernière décennie, mais aussi des conditions favorables au maintien de son attractivité.
Pour échanger sur le sujet, Isabelle Melançon, Présidente-directrice générale de l’IDU, reçoit deux invités qui s’investissent passionnément dans le développement de la région économique Québec-Lévis : Marie-Josée Morency, Présidente-directrice générale de la Chambre de commerce et d’industrie du Grand Lévis et Jérôme Jolicoeur...2024-03-0524 minIDU : Bâtir et adapter nos villes, une conversation à la foisChangements majeurs apportés à la Loi sur l’expropriationCet épisode réunit Me Adina Georgescu, Associée, et cheffe du groupe de droit municipal, expropriation et environnement chez Miller Thomson, ainsi que Me Luc Gratton, Avocat et anciennement associé chez Miller Thomson.
Au cours de cette conversation, ces avocats expliquent comment cette réforme gouvernementale altère fondamentalement les règles du jeu pour les propriétaires et développeurs immobiliers. Ils mettent en lumière les changements majeurs dans la relation entre les corps publics (expropriants) et les expropriés, l'équilibre a été rompu. Ils décrivent également les répercussions concrètes que cette loi entraî...2023-12-0727 minIDU : Bâtir et adapter nos villes, une conversation à la foisL'architecte, porteur de la visionDans ce premier épisode, Josée Bérubé, Associée, Architecte -
Urbaniste de Provencher_Roy, et Lyne Parent, Directrice générale de l’Association des Architectes en pratique privée du Québec, brisent la glace en discutant de la profession d’architecture telle qu’on la connaît aujourd’hui, ainsi que d’intensification urbaine.
Merci au commanditaire : Miller Thomson LLP !2023-11-1625 min
Your Business Unleashed[IMPORTANT UPDATE] New CRA Trust Reporting Rules with Andrew Bateman from Miller Thomson LLPThis is an important episode for anyone interested in wealth management, estate planning, or financial security. Whether you're considering setting up a trust, a trustee managing assets, or a financial advisor guiding clients through these changes, this podcast is a valuable resource to keep you in the know.The new trust reporting rules will become effective for taxation years after December 30, 2023. They will place a heavier burden on trustees to gather and report information on or before the March 30, 2024 filing deadline.Show Notes:T3SCH15 Beneficial Ownership Information of a Trust...2023-11-0339 min
The Jas Johal ShowHow efficient will it be for truck drivers to get around Metro Vancouver?Secure care for the homeless population in RichmondGuest: Kash Heed, Former West Vancouver Police Chief; Richmond City Councilor and former B.C. solicitor generalFighting lost productivity by working with our hormones versus against themGuest: Geri-Mayer Judson, Show ContributorWhat could transporting goods look like by 2050?Guest: Dave Earle, President and CEO of the BC Trucking AssociationOne year until the 2024 provincial electionGuests:
Keith Baldrey, Global B.C. Legislative Bureau Chief
Richard Z...2023-10-201h 05
The Jas Johal ShowB.C. employers must include wages in job postings starting in NovemberGuest: Geoff Mason, Employment and Human Rights Lawyer at Miller Thomson LLP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-10-2008 min
TMA TorontoRecovering Cryptocurrency Assets in an InsolvencyIn the latest instalment of TMA Toronto's podcasts on topical insolvency issues, Tamie Dolny of Aird & Berlis LLP and Monica Faheim of Miller Thomson LLP discuss recovering cryptocurrency assets in insolvency files and how public policy might evolve to protect stakeholders.2023-02-1611 minTMA TorontoAsim Iqbal of Miller Thomson LLPRob Stelzer interviews Asim Iqbal about his craziest file, which involves a multi-million-dollar crypto fraud and a request to exhume a body.2022-11-2811 min
Insights Into WealthUnderstanding how to Protect your Wealth as your Family Expands Through Marriage. A Conversation with Darren Lund, Partner - Miller Thomson LLPDarren has a particular interest in the intersection of estate planning and family law, specifically when it involves gifts to children when buying real estate and family business succession planning. As Darren discusses, many of these conversations can be challenging, but necessary, prior to you or your children entering long-term relationships. Most importantly, Darren explains his process to help ease these uncomfortable conversations.
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CharityVillage ConnectsHow Bill S-216 Could Transform the Canadian Nonprofit Sector ForeverIn our last episode of CharityVillage Connects, which explored alternative revenue streams for nonprofits, we touched on a piece of legislation that, if enacted, could have a dramatic impact on how charities do their work. Bill S-216, otherwise known as the Effective and Accountable Charities Act, seeks to amend the Income Tax Act to empower charities by allowing them to more effectively collaborate with a wider range of organizations, including those without charitable status, which the Act refers to as “non-qualified donees”. Proponents of the Bill say the amendments are necessary to get rid of burdensome and expen...2022-06-1451 min
TMA TorontoAsim Iqbal of Miller Thomson LLPThis week, Elsir Tawfik, as an associate at Miller Thomson LLP, interviews his colleague Asim Iqbal. Elsir and Asim discuss Asim's experience in the restructuring industry, expanding portfolio, and love of the Raptors.2022-02-1909 min
Voice of FinTech®FinTech and Corporate Finance with Miller Thomson's Partner Myron Mallia-DareMyron Mallia-Dare, a Partner - M&A, Venture Capital, Technology and Corporate Finance at Miller Thomson LLP, spoke with Rudolf Falat, founder of the Voice of FinTech, about FinTech M&A, doing deals in North America, Canadian RegTech and cybersecurity. Here is what they discussed in more detail:Myron's back story: Technology, Finance and M&AMiller Thomson's approach on advising FinTechs, what they focus on, if M&A or business transactions, or if they also advise only scale-ups or established companies FinTech M&A specifics, as well as lessons learnedFunding alternatives for FinTechs nowadays Fut...2021-12-1427 min
Morning Commute with Miller ThomsonCOVID-19 Vaccine Passports: British Columbia and AlbertaVaccine passports have rolled out in a number of jurisdictions across Canada. Let's take a look at how two provinces (BC and AB) have implemented passport systems.2021-11-2313 minMorning Commute with Miller ThomsonCOVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination - Issues related to employmentWhat are some key elements that employers need to consider when rolling out a mandatory vaccination policy? Learn more from the newest episode of our podcast series on COVID-19 vaccines.2021-10-1419 minMorning Commute with Miller ThomsonCOVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination – Charter ChallengesWhat does the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms protect? Learn more about Charter rights and how they're applied in the context of mandatory vaccine policies.2021-10-0812 minMorning Commute with Miller ThomsonMandatory Vaccinations: Legal ImplicationsAre mandatory vaccine policies enforceable? What are the potential legal challenges with these policies? Discover the answers to these questions and more in ep. 10.2021-09-2409 minMorning Commute with Miller ThomsonWhat is Health Law?What is health law? It's much more than medical malpractice. Listen to our latest podcast episode for a conversation on how wide-ranging this area of law can be.2021-09-0708 minMorning Commute with Miller ThomsonWhat Employers Need to Know about Workplace COVID-19 Vaccination PoliciesIn this episode, we discuss the critical issues you need to think about before rolling out a COVID-19 vaccination policy at your workplace.2021-06-1712 minMorning Commute with Miller ThomsonSame Workforce, Different Workplaces – Key Considerations for Adapting to Remote Work RealitiesIn this episode, we examine the new realities for employers in the post-pandemic workplace, including addressing health and safety issues for remote workers.2021-06-0721 min
The Empowered InvestorWealth & Family Law: Marriage and Common-law Relationships In CanadaUnderstanding your rights and responsibilities in a marriage or common-law relationship is a critical aspect of financial planning. As wealth managers, clients will often ask us what happens to their assets in the case of a divorce or separation. This is an especially important topic to consider when it comes to your home, which is usually a significant proportion of your net worth.In the past we’ve focused on the Civil Code of Québec and today, we’re taking a deep dive into relationships for individuals that live in Ontario and the rest of Canada. To gu...2021-06-0349 min
FTX Radio22. Course aux stages épisode 7 - Miller Thomson LLPLe septième épisode de la série Course aux Stages, en compagnie de Me Jamie Eichenbaum, est maintenant disponible. Dans cette entrevue vous apprendrez à en connaitre plus sur le cabinet Miller Thomson LLP. Apprenez en plus sur le secteur du droit du divertissement ainsi que l'esprit de collégialité qui règne au sein du cabinet. Invité: Me Jamie EichenbaumBaladodiffuseur : Ahmed Benabdi2021-01-3011 min
XL LegalSucceeding as a Law Firm Associate with Jessica WatkinsJessica Watkins – the National Director of Professional Resources at Miller Thomson LLP – shares invaluable insights and advice about what it takes to succeed as a law firm associate in today’s competitive legal market. Topics discussed include: the importance of taking ownership of your career, your work, and your mistakes; reasons associates leave private practice; and obstacles to advancement.
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And don’t forget to rate and review the XL Legal...2020-11-1136 minMorning Commute with Miller ThomsonThe Role of an Environmental Expert in Legal MattersListen to Ep. 6 of Morning Commute with Miller Thomson. In this episode, we discuss the use of experts in an environmental law practice.2020-11-0923 minMorning Commute with Miller ThomsonResuming Health Services Amid COVID-19Listen to Episode 5 of Morning Commute with Miller Thomson. Miller Thomson's Health Industry lawyers discuss issues that health care providers in Ontario will need to consider as they resume services.2020-06-2921 minMorning Commute with Miller ThomsonRe-Opening Your Business: Key Considerations in Returning Your Employees to WorkListen to Episode 4 of Morning Commute with Miller Thomson. Miller Thomson's Labour & Employment team discusses key takeaways for businesses and organizations preparing the workplace for returning employees.2020-05-2012 minMorning Commute with Miller ThomsonMediating in the Times of Covid-19 and Beyond – Perspectives of the Miller Thomson Environmental Law GroupListen to Episode 3 of Morning Commute with Miller Thomson. In this episode, we share tips and insights on how to be an effective advocate in online mediation.2020-05-0523 minMorning Commute with Miller ThomsonConstruction Dirt – Where Does It Go and Who Regulates ItListen to Episode 2 of Morning Commute with Miller Thomson. This Environmental episode examines the issues of excess soil and waste from construction projects in Ontario.2020-02-2428 minMorning Commute with Miller ThomsonCritical Communications in Workplace InvestigationsListen to Episode 1 of Morning Commute with Miller Thomson. This episode of Labour & Employment delves into issues surrounding harassment complaints and workplace investigations.2020-01-2010 min
Five Good Ideas PodcastFive Good Ideas about staying on the right side of the CRAIn this session, originally recorded on November 26, 2019, we look at how your non-profit can minimize the risk of a CRA audit, and be in a good position if and when that auditor gives your organization a call. Our guest speaker for this session is Susan Manwaring.
For the full transcript and the ideas, visit https://maytree.com/five-good-ideas/five-good-ideas-about-staying-on-the-right-side-of-the-cra/
Charities know about the tax regulations that govern their work and work hard to stay compliant. That said, as organizations are all faced with competing pressures for time and resources in their wo...2019-11-2830 min
OBA Presents: Holiday Hours – A CPD PodcastThe Lazier Murder Pt. 2Get the full story and order your copy of Justice Robert Sharpe, Ontario Court of Appeal, The Lazier Murder, from the Osgoode Society for Canadian Legal History. Document your CPD Hours --> HEREHave feedback? Email us at pod@oba.org with your thoughts and comments.CREDITSCharlene Theodore, Host & OBA Vice PresidentThe Honorable Justice Robert Sharpe, Ontario Court of AppealAmanda Ross, Associate at Cooper, Sandler, Shime & Bergman LLPRoy Bornmann, Policy and Programming LawyerRachel Winer, ProducerAndrea Miller, Audio TechThank You t...2019-07-3100 min
OBA Presents: Holiday Hours – A CPD PodcastThe Lazier Murder Pt. 1Get the full story and order your copy of Justice Robert Sharpe, The Ontario Court of Appeal, The Lazier Murder, from the Osgoode Society for Canadian Legal History. Document your CPD Hours --> HEREHave feedback? Email us at pod@oba.org with your thoughts and comments.CREDITSCharlene Theodore, Host & OBA Vice PresidentThe Honorable Justice Robert Sharpe, Ontario Court of AppealAmanda Ross, Associate at Cooper, Sandler, Shime & Bergman LLPRoy Bornmann, Policy and Programming LawyerRachel Winer, ProducerAndrea Miller, Audio TechT...2019-07-3100 min
CCI-Toronto - Education, Legislation, and UpdatesCaselaw Storytime with Patrick Greco - OCSCC No. 961 v. Menzies et al.Patrick Greco of Miller Thomson LLP tells the story of a case about short term rental use of condominium units.
Podcast presenters, the Canadian Condominium Institute and its representatives will not be held liable in any respect whatsoever for any statement or advice presented herein. These audio presentations should not be relied upon as a professional opinion or as an authoritative or comprehensive answer in any case. Professional advice should be obtained after discussing all particulars applicable in the specific circumstances in order to obtain an opinion or report capable of absolving condominium directors from liability [under s. 37 (3) (b) of...2017-03-1600 min
CCI-Toronto - Education, Legislation, and UpdatesCaselaw Storytime with Megan Mackey - CIBC Mortgages Inc. v. YCC 385Megan Mackey of Miller Thomson LLP, tells the story of a case involving chargebacks, common expenses and a condominium corporation's lien rights.
Podcast presenters, the Canadian Condominium Institute and its representatives will not be held liable in any respect whatsoever for any statement or advice presented herein. These audio presentations should not be relied upon as a professional opinion or as an authoritative or comprehensive answer in any case. Professional advice should be obtained after discussing all particulars applicable in the specific circumstances in order to obtain an opinion or report capable of absolving condominium directors from liability [under s. 37 (3...2017-03-1600 min
Needs No Introduction'Walking the Talk,' Part Three: Canadian legal responses to human rights abuses abroadOn September 27th, NDP International Trade critic Peter Julian hosted a conference in Ottawa to assess the impacts of Canada’s industries abroad. Over the course of the day, four panels took place. Each one explored a different aspect of the issue, from the voices of affected communities themselves, to legislative solutions such as Julian’s proposed Bill C-354 to amend the Federal Courts Act in the interest of international human and environmental rights. The third of these panels looked at Canadian legal responses to rights abuses abroad. It was moderated by Ian Thomson, Chair of the Canadian Network on C...2010-10-1454 min