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The Canadian Intellectual Property Office has yet again (the previous and fourth extension discussed here) extended its earlier automatic extensions until at least June 15, ... Continued
Now that British Columbia and the rest of Canada are beginning to open back up, and life is gradually returning to a somewhat tempered “normal”, ... Continued
Over the past few weeks, our Community Involvement and Charitable Giving Committee have been working hard to pick up toys, games, craft supplies, books etc., ... Continued
On May 25, 2020, Prime Minister Trudeau advised that he is working with the provinces to develop paid sick leave for employees. The Prime Minister ... Continued
As many employers begin welcoming their employees back to their workplaces, some employers are contemplating keeping some or all of their employees working from home ... Continued
On May 19, 2020, the British Columbia government issued an order that will amend the Business Corporations Act to provide for the creation of “benefit ... Continued
The Business Council of British Columbia has released its statement against the recent rise in subtle and overt acts of racism, including attacks against British Columbians. Clark ... Continued
“what matters most is how well you walk through the fire” ― Charles Bukowski (1920-1994) In 2020, the focus is on alternative modes of educational ... Continued
UPDATE: On May 21, 2020, the Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia clarified that if an EPOA is signed and witnessed by a ... Continued
Post-secondary institutions across the world have announced that their Summer term(s) (May-August) will be conducted primarily, if not completely, though alternative modes of delivery (e.g. ... Continued
Note: Although BC has now entered phase 3 of its restart plan, employers are still required to establish COVID-19 Safety Plans for their workplaces. You ... Continued
Today marks the beginning of British Columbia’s Phase 2 following the COVID-19 shutdown. While some businesses have thrived through online forums, many are opening their ... Continued