Wind Works Power Corp. said on Friday that it has signed an agreement to take 100-per-cent ownership of the Settlers Landing Wind Park project, upping their stake from 50 per cent.

Ottawa-Gatineau's unemployment rate rose 0.3 percentage points in October, despite a small gain in job additions to the local economy, as more people joined the labour force during the month, according to Statistics Canada data released Friday.

A bench warrant has been issued for the arrest of a local renovator convicted of engaging in unfair business practices, according to the provincial government.

A local body armour maker says it is cutting 30 positions due to reduced sales. It's being affected as federal, provincial and local governments attempt to reduce spending.

An employer's duty to accommodate a chronic illness is a very significant issue in the workplace. Employers are statutorily required to accommodate employees with disabilities. Where an employee's condition is chronic it raises some challenging issues for both employees and employers.

A previous Welch LLP article discussed the specific tax implications that arise at death. ( http://www.welchllp.com/publications/7b2116716983e0a9c0eaaac21c371764/Tax_Planning_Before_and_After_Death.pdf ) We addressed fundamental tax considerations and highlighted some proactive tax planning opportunities.

Once incorporated, not-for-profits are governed by Part III of the Ontario Corporations Act . As a result, not-for-profit corporations are able to hold property and commence legal action. In addition, individual members are not held personally liable for debts of the corporation.