Category: Canada

WestJet Class Action Settlement: $12.5 Million Settlement for First Checked Bag Fees

WestJet Class Action Settlement: $12.5 Million Settlement for First Checked Bag Fees. In October 2024, the Supreme Court of British Columbia approved a $12.5 million settlement related to a class action lawsuit against WestJet. The plaintiff alleged that the airline improperly charged passengers for their first checked bag, in violation of a specific provision in […]

Latham & Watkins Advises Royal Bank of Canada and The Toronto-Dominion Bank in Vermilion Energy’s US$1.075 Billion Acquisition of Westbrick Energy

Latham & Watkins Advises Royal Bank of Canada and The Toronto-Dominion Bank in Vermilion Energy’s US$1.075 Billion Acquisition of Westbrick Energy. Vermilion Energy Inc. has announced the execution of an arrangement agreement to acquire Westbrick Energy Ltd., a privately owned oil and gas entity operating within the Alberta Deep Basin, for a total consideration of […]

The Story Behind World Kindness Day

The Story Behind World Kindness Day. World Kindness Day is celebrated annually on November 13, a day dedicated to promoting kindness, compassion, and the positive impact of small, everyday acts of generosity. The idea behind the holiday is to remind people that kindness is a universal value that transcends borders, cultures, and religions. The purpose […]

Former NHL Player Alex Formenton Sues Former Agent for $20.5 Million Over Negligence.

Former NHL Player Alex Formenton Sues Former Agent for $20.5 Million Over Negligence. Alex Formenton, a former Ottawa Senators player, has initiated a lawsuit for $20.5 million against his former agent, Wade Arnott and Newport Sports Management Inc., citing negligence, breach of contract, and breach of fiduciary duty. The lawsuit, filed in the Ontario Superior […]

How to Apply for a Canadian Work Permit from Toronto

Applying for a Canadian work permit is an important step for anyone wanting to work in Canada. Whether you plan to move to Toronto or are already living there, knowing how to apply is essential for getting a job legally. What Is a Canadian Work Permit? A Canadian work permit is a document that allows […]