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Friday Nov 6

Wind Works doubles down on wind project 10:09 AM [Submit Article to Yahoo! Canada News]
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.
Local economy gives up two months of job gains in October 6:39 AM [Submit Article to Yahoo! Canada News]
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.

Thursday Nov 5

Local renovator sentenced to jail time, $30,000 fine 7:54 AM [Submit Article to Yahoo! Canada News]
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.

Tuesday Nov 3

Pacific Safety cuts jobs, citing reduced orders 6:09 AM [Submit Article to Yahoo! Canada News]
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.

Monday Nov 2

The Duty To Accommodate A Chronically Ill Employee 12:54 PM [Submit Article to Yahoo! Canada News]
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.
Estate Planning For Private Company Shareholders 3:10 AM [Submit Article to Yahoo! Canada News]
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.
Settling Disputes Among Members In The Ontario Not-for-Profit Context 3:09 AM [Submit Article to Yahoo! Canada News]
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.

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