In British English, “practice” (with a “C”) is the noun form, and “practise” (with an “S”) is the verb form. In American English, “practice” (with a “C”) is used for both the noun and the verb form. Difference Between Practice And Practise (Canada) Since we’re in Canada, it’s worth noting that Canadian English often follows …
Every time you receive your paycheck, you may notice a term labelled ‘YTD’ various times on the pay stub. What exactly does this mean, you may have asked yourself? In short, YTD on a pay stub stands for “Year to Date”. More to the point, it means that the number correlated to where it says …
In discussions, arguments, or debates, you might have heard the term “moot point.” Often, it’s used to dismiss a subject or idea, but what exactly does it mean? Let’s delve into the nuanced definitions and common misconceptions surrounding this phrase. Moot Point Meaning “Moot point” is a term that has evolved from a legal “legalese” …
The Old Age Security (OAS) pension is a retirement income source for most seniors in Canada, helping to support a more comfortable lifestyle post-retirement. This article will help you understand the payment dates for OAS in 2024, how much you might expect to receive, and the qualifications for receiving OAS. 2023 OAS Payment Dates To …
Canada’s Employment Insurance (EI) program is Canada’s financial safety net for individuals who lose their employment. One particular question about EI my law firm would often receive is when (what day) are EI payments made? EI Payment Dates in 2024 First and foremost, there is no uniform EI payment date for everyone. Your first payment …
What is the Glass Cliff? The “glass cliff” is a term used in business management context to describe a phenomenon where women (and sometimes members of other underrepresented groups) are more likely to be put into leadership roles during times of crisis or downturn when the chance of failure is highest. The concept of a …
The practice of law is often revered as one of the most respected, challenging, and rewarding careers. Becoming a lawyer offers opportunities to effect positive societal changes, protect individual rights, and solve complex problems. If you are contemplating a career in law within the province of Ontario, Canada, this guide will take you through the …
I’m good at law firm SEO. I had a law firm website that did so well that I retired the firm to sell ads on the same website. I had almost 4,000,000 views in just a few years, mainly from potential law firm customers googling for information. In this post, I wanted to share with …
The Ontario Trillium Benefit (“OTB”) is a financial assistance program provided by the government of Ontario to help lower-income individuals and families with the costs of energy, property taxes, and sales tax credits. The OTB combines three separate tax credits: the Northern Ontario Energy Credit (“NOEC”), Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit (“OEPTC”), and Ontario …
Does Canada use first past the post elections? Canada’s electoral system is a first-past-the-post system, also known as single-member plurality or winner-takes-all. (source). This means that in each riding (electoral district), the candidate with the most votes wins and becomes the Member of Parliament (“MP”) for that riding. An absolute majority (more than 50 percent of …