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More informationFebruary 20: Free session on Disability Tax Credit
A Canada Revenue Agency representative will talk about: new changes, eligibility, the process of applying, how to access, what to do if an application was denied, and more.
Ontario's neglect of our court system is costing taxpayers: NOW Magazine’s Reasonable Doubt column
Inaction by the province has the effect of increasing costs to the taxpayer, not the opposite, says this columnist.
Employment rights for new Canadians: Reasonable Doubt
The Ontario Human Rights Code prevents employers from discriminating against a job applicant based on his or her citizenship.
What if a landlord gives notice to terminate in bad faith: Reasonable Doubt
If a landlord evicts you because they want to use the unit for themselves, then re-rents the unit, you can go to the LTB and seek compensation for the bad-faith termination.
Reasonable Doubt: How not to conduct yourself as a witness
U.S. Supreme Court nominee Kavanaugh broke all the rules when it comes to being a credible witness, says this Reasonable Doubt columnist.
The consequences of having a criminal conviction: Reasonable Doubt
The most significant consequence that comes from a criminal conviction (beyond the sentence imposed) is the effect it has on your ability to find employment.
Can unfair employment end age discrimination: Reasonable Doubt
Canadians are retiring later than ever, but many over 65 don't have the same access to benefits as other employees.
Understanding Ontario's civil privacy rights: Reasonable Doubt
The right to privacy is not absolute, and it would be difficult to argue that any person today would have a reasonable expectation of absolute privacy: NOW's Reasonable Doubt column.
How Toronto landlords use renovictions to force out tenants
Renovations are the latest tactic landlords are using to illegally evict renters. Here's how some have fought back – and won.
Reasonable Doubt column: Is Canada finally ready for polyamorous families to be legal?
This ruling is a first in Canada and sets a precedent for new types of families and parents to have status under Canadian law: NOW Magazine's Reasonable Doubt column.
Why are so many condos passing non-smoking rules? Reasonable Doubt
In this week's Reasonable Doubt column, lawyer Tim Duggan examines why so many Toronto condominiums have passed restrictions on both tobacco and marijuana smoking.
The problem with car insurance in Ontario: Reasonable Doubt
Cuts in auto insurance means shifting part of the burden of looking after the victims of our roadways onto taxpayers.
How safe is Toronto's music scene?
It will take the entire community, from showgoers to venue owners, to combat sexual misconduct in Toronto's music scene.
Vote in the Ontario election as if you were poor: Reasonable Doubt
This columnist writes: If you could not work and were forced to rely on social assistance, ask yourself what issues would be important to you in an election.
Inside Canadian immigration detention review hearings: Reasonable Doubt
In this week's Reasonable Doubt column, a lawyer explains why for people in immigration detention, the road to freedom is a frustrating one.
How Bill C-75 will impact the preliminary inquiry: Reasonable Doubt
The federal government announced legislation that would change sections of the Criminal Code, but it’s a bad idea, says this Reasonable Doubt columnist.
Slow process of sponsorship appeals keeps couples apart: Reasonable Doubt
It can take years for the Immigration Appeal Division to look at appealing foreign spousal sponsorship cases.
Sorry, you might not be allowed to smoke pot in your condo
Some condo boards in Toronto are moving to ban marijuana smoke as legalization looms.
Yonge Street store settles complaint over sale of racist Native Halloween costumes
Spirit Halloween has settled a complaint filed with the HRTO alleging some of its Aboriginal-themed costumes promote hyper-sexualized and racist views of Indigenous women.
Understanding Ontario's new residential lease: Reasonable Doubt
Starting April 30, landlords and tenants will be required to use the standard lease template.
