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Sep 13
2 min

Reflections on the Second National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

September 30th marks the second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to remember the tragic legacy of residential schools, to...

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Advocacy Club Spring Social - May 10th - 5:30-7:30 pm

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May 9
1 min

Advocacy Club Spring Social - May 10th - 5:30-7:30 pm

Black & Associates is pleased to be co-hosting the Advocacy Club Spring Social at our offices on May 10, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. We...

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Women in the Law - How far have we come?

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Apr 25
1 min

Women in the Law - How far have we come?

Language has power, especially that used by the Courts. Everyday, I am reminded of how far the legal profession has come in recognizing...

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Congratulations to Kelli Day and Katie Black

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Apr 20
1 min

Congratulations to Kelli Day and Katie Black

We are proud to announce that Kelli Day and Katie Black were appointed Trustees of the County of Carleton Law Association ("CCLA") on...

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Apr 20
1 min

Minimum Wage

The Law Society of Ontario (“LSO”) is debating mandatory minimum compensation for experiential training for lawyer licensing candidates....

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Celebrating Women - International Women's Day

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Mar 8
2 min

Celebrating Women - International Women's Day

International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. We...

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Helping Ukrainians - Special Immigration Measures for Ukrainian Citizens

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Mar 7
3 min

Helping Ukrainians - Special Immigration Measures for Ukrainian Citizens

The following is a republication of a Communique received from Connecting Ottawa's Heather Neufeld. Connecting Ottawa is a phenomenal...

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Congratulations to Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson

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Feb 28
2 min

Congratulations to Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson

Our friends and neighbours to the South have a new nominee for their Supreme Court: Ketanji Brown Jackson. The White House describes her...

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Feb 24
3 min

Retention - How to Keep Good People

As a service industry, law firms sell skill, knowledge, and experience. Talent is key. Finding good people is the easy part. You...

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Feb 8
2 min

A Month to Celebrate and Reflect

The month of February marks Black History Month. At our firm, we are celebrating the contributions of Black Canadians, and continue to...

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Jan 25
1 min

Workplace Sexual Harassment

I know only too well what it feels like to be sexually harassed in the workplace. In addition to my own experiences of being sexually...

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COVID Travel Restrictions & Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit

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Jan 25
1 min

COVID Travel Restrictions & Canada Worker Lockdown Benefit

New COVID-related travel restrictions and exemptions came into effect on January 15, 2022. Stricter rules apply, with nearly everyone...

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Jan 21
4 min

City Justice

Every week, we will be highlighting Justice Sector updates, City of Ottawa updates, and the best in local street art. This is happening...

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Great News! The Law Commission of Canada is Back

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Jan 13
2 min

Great News! The Law Commission of Canada is Back

Allan Rock did a number of great things during his time in office. My personal favourite was his 1996 re-introduction of the Law...

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A Call for Mentorship Right from the Top

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Dec 7, 2021
3 min

A Call for Mentorship Right from the Top

"A mentor is someone who sees more talent and ability within you, than you see in yourself, and helps bring it out of you." — Bob Proctor...

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Nov 11, 2021
1 min

Lest We Forget

The team at Black & Associates expresses our deepest gratitude to all veterans and those who still serve. We thank you for your courage,...

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South End Budget Consultation: October 26th at 7:00 pm

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Oct 25, 2021
1 min

South End Budget Consultation: October 26th at 7:00 pm

Tomorrow evening, Ottawa City Councillors Diane Deans, Riley Brockington, Shawn Menard, and Jean Cloutier will be hosting a public...

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Reflections on the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

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Oct 18, 2021
3 min

Reflections on the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

On the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, our firm reflected on the legacy of residential schools and the lack of advancement on...

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Public Legal Education on Workers' Rights During the Pandemic

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Jul 27, 2021
1 min

Public Legal Education on Workers' Rights During the Pandemic

The Community Legal Education Ontario ("CLEO") produces excellent public legal education resources in multiple languages. CLEO put...

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"Summary Judgment Found to be Entirely Inappropriate" - Dia v Calypso Theme Waterpark, 2021 ONCA 27

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Jun 2, 2021
1 min

"Summary Judgment Found to be Entirely Inappropriate" - Dia v Calypso Theme Waterpark, 2021 ONCA 27

On April 29, 2021, the Court of Appeal for Ontario released its decision in Dia v Calypso Theme Waterpark et al, 2021 ONCA 27. The...

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