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Construction Contract Disputes in Ontario 2025: A Guide for Owners and Contractors

Learn about Ontario’s 2025 Construction Act updates affecting residential construction disputes and payments.
October 10, 2025Read More →
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Construction Contract Disputes: Legal Options in Ontario

Understand Ontario’s new Construction Act rules under Bill 216 with annual holdback releases, prompt payment, expanded adjudication and key tips for owners and contractors.
October 6, 2025Read More →
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Can You Amend a Small Claims Court Claim from $35,000 to $50,000 in Ontario After October 1, 2025?  

Ontario Small Claims Court limit rises to $50K on Oct 1, 2025. Can you boost your $35K claim? Find out here.
September 25, 2025Read More →
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RESIDENTIAL TENANCY EXCEPTIONS: SHARING KITCHEN OR BATHROOM WITH OWNER

Ontario’s RTA may not apply if you share a kitchen or bathroom with your landlord. Understand this exception and protect yourself legally.
July 10, 2025Read More →
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How to Convert a Residential Property to Commercial Use in Toronto

Learn the legal steps to convert a residential property to commercial use in Toronto, from zoning and permits to design, community consultation, and financial considerations.
July 3, 2025Read More →
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Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board Monetary Cap Increasing to $50,000: What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know

Ontario’s LTB cap rises to $50,000 on Oct 1, 2025. Learn how this impacts rent arrears, damage claims, tenant rights, and whether landlords or tenants should act now or wait to file.
May 27, 2025Read More →