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WEBLINKS BY CHAPTERChapter Chapter One: An Introduction to the Study of Law
Web ResourcesThe home pages of the federal, provincial and territorial governments have links to a wide range of government information,
including government departments, services, publications and programs. Each of these can provide information about laws and
regulations, and about programs specifically designed for business within their jurisdiction.
The following sites all provide interesting information about the development, history and philosophy of Canadian law. Canadian Law: A History This part of the World Wide Legal Information Association Web site was prepared by Llyod Duhaime, a Victoria, B.C. lawyer. Many of the sections are taken from debates of the House of Commons. English Legal History Materials An analysis of the ways in which law changes, examined through the historical base of English legal history from the twelfth to the eighteenth century. World Legal History A part of the Law Museum. United Kingdom Primary Documents (Historical) Historical documents in English legal history. Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy Classic philosophy texts and discussions including legal philosophy materials. Legal History of Edmonton A brief discussion of law in the Northwest Territories as administered by the Hudson's Bay Company. Asian-Canadian Legal History A reference site for those interested in key legislation and court cases relating to Asian Canadians. Canadian Legal History - Constitutional Documents Canada's basic law derives not only from a set of documents known as Constitution Acts, but also a set of unwritten laws and conventions. This comprises of all the acts passed since 1867 up to and including 1998. This site provides access to many of those documents.  Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Two: The Canadian Legal System
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AlbertaBritish ColumbiaManitobaNew BrunswickNewfoundlandNorthwest TerritoriesNova ScotiaNunavutOntarioPrince Edward IslandQuébecSaskatchewanYukonLegislation is also passed by municipalities granted power to do so by the province. The following is a list of Web sites of major Canadian cities with links through to bylaws.
Court Decisions (Full Text links)Supreme Court of Canada Chapter 3: Managing Legal Risks
Risk ManagementRisk managers work with and in many different kinds of organizations and deal with many different aspects of business. Some
provide very broad services, while others focus on more narrow areas. Legal risk management is central to most areas as businesses
work to limit their exposure to legal liability. The sites listed below are just a selection of those available to deal with
risk management issues. The Legal Profession in CanadaLawyers in Canada are governed by provincial law and by professional bodies established under the governing legislation (Law Societies). In addition, lawyers choose to associate themselves in professional bodies for the purposes of continuing legal education, public service and education, and legislative reform (Bar Associations). Some of these bodies are federal and some are provincial. The sites listed below include the Law Societies of each province and a selection of other professional bodies. Most Law Societies maintain a lawyer referral service that can be accessed through the web site or through a toll-free number provided by the web site. Canada
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YukonChapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Four: Dispute Resolution
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Arbitration Acts
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Web ResourcesAmerican Arbitration Association Chapter Five: Contract Law Defined
Web ResourcesDuhaime and Company Chapter 6: Forming Contractual Relationships
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Part Performance Legislation
Contract Law Online
Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Seven: The Terms of a ContractRelevant Legislation
Web Resources Parol Evidence Rule (American). Interpretation of contracts. Interpretation of contracts. Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Eight: Non-enforcement of ContractsRelevant Legislation
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Yukon Web Resources Duhaime and Company Misrepresentation. University of Toronto Anti-Trust and Competition Law An interesting discussion of the bases of liability for software developers in both contract and tort. Gerhard Dannemann, Illegality as Defence Against Unjust Enrichment Claims. Uniform Law Conference of Canada This paper considers the need for legislation to regulate the use of Web-Wrap Agreements in Canada as a consequence of our review of the issues arising with respect to the legal validity and enforceability of Web-Wrap Agreements. This paper is drafted from the perspective of the laws of Ontario but the comments herein should be equally applicable to all jurisdictions within Canada. Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Nine: Termination and Enforcement of ContractsRelevant Legislation
Web Resources Duhaime and Company Restraint of trade, assignment, novation, frustration. Performance, breach, remedies. Law relating to termination of a contract. Termination of a contract. Sample force majeure clauses from New Zealand. Third Party Issues in Contracts. MyCounsel.com Breach of Contract. An Economic Analysis of Alternate Remedies for Breach of Contract Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Ten: Tort Law DefinedRelevant Legislation
Victims Rights Legislation Alberta Victims of Crime Act British Columbia Victims of Crime Act Criminal Injury Compensation Act Manitoba Victims Rights Act New Brunswick Victim Services Act Newfoundland Victim of Crime Services Act Nova Scotia Northwest Territories Nunavut Ontario Victims Bill of Rights Victims' Right to Proceeds of Crime Compensation for Victims of Crime Act Prince Edward Island Saskatchewan Others British Columbia Good Samaritan Act Manitoba Parental Responsibility Act Ontario Parental Responsibility Act Prince Edward Island Volunteers Liability Act Web Resources Geocities General examination of tort history. By Charles A. Martine. Defamation and Nuisance Canadian Hockey Association This site is provided as one example of a primarily volunteer organization concerned about tort liability in its operations. The area of Programs and Development contains a brief discussion of Risk Management programs, and who to contact for more information. Personal Injury Law in Alberta. This site deals with injuries caused through contact with toxic substances; chemical, industrial etc. MyCounsel.com basics of Personal Injury Law. Rand Corporation site discussing the rise of mass class actions for damages for personal injury. Discusses law suits against corporations for losses due to injuries or diseases attributed to catastrophic events, pharmaceutical products, medical devices, or toxic substances. Businesses and their insurers pay billions of dollars in indemnification; insurance, defense, and plaintiffs' lawyers receive billions more. The site discusses the concern that mass liability frightened insurers from some markets and manufacturers from research and development in some product lines. Home page of Erin Brockovich at Masry &Vititoe Law Firm. The real story of the woman behind the movie and her legal action against a corporate polluter. Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Eleven: The Tort of NegligenceRelevant Legislation
Web Resources Klein &Lyons, Personal Injury Law Terms of the settlement between the Attorney General of Canada and several people who got Hepatitis C from blood transfusions. 1986-1990 Hepatitis C Settlement Agreement. McInnes Cooper Maritimes law firm with commentary on the subject of employers? vicarious liability for negligence by employees. Emanuel Publishers Capsule Summary of Tort Law. The Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) is a medical mutual defence organization. It is an association of the profession that is operated by physicians for physicians. The CMPA was founded in 1901 by a group of Canadian doctors for their mutual protection against legal actions based on allegations of malpractice or negligence. The Association was incorporated by an Act of the Parliament of Canada in 1913. Harte Barristers is an Ontario based law firm which restricts its practice to the representation of victims of medical malpractice. Site contains links to case law and other material relevant to malpractice. Negligence and Product Liability links. M?Alister (or Donoghue) v. Stevenson online. London Drugs v. Kuhne &Nagel International Supreme Court of Canada case dealing with third party liability and protection under limitation of liability clauses in commercial contracts. Hall v. Hebert Supreme Court of Canada drunk driving case dealing with the defence of volenti non fit injuria. Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Twelve: Other TortsRelevant Legislation Trespass/Petty Trespass Acts Alberta Trespass to Premises Act Petty Trespass Act British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland Nova Scotia Ontario Prince Edward Island Defamation Acts Alberta Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland Nova Scotia Prince Edward Island Saskatchewan Others Manitoba Nuisance Act Ontario Dog Owners Liability Act Web Resources Occupiers? Liability (Australia) Discussion of the Occupiers? Liability Act of British Columbia Canadian Law of Nuisance Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Thirteen: The Agency RelationshipRelevant Legislation British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland Northwest Territories Nova Scotia Nunavut Ontario Prince Edward Island Saskatchewan Web Resources Canadian Real Estate Pages Real estate information in Canada. The site is designed to help buyers, realtors, real estate agents, and for sale by owners. One can find rental information, answers to real estate questions, financial information and contractor information. Has information on realtors available in Alberta, B.C, Ontario and Québec. Has information on where you can find other information from magazines (including international magazines). Has a link to the Fredericton Real Estate Board. Has links to statistics across Canada, including statistics from Moncton. Has info on various real estate projects in Canada, specifically B.C. Also has links to professions related to real estate such as mortgage specialists, legal information etc. Has a link to the Canadian Real Estate Law Centre. Alberta Real Estate Association. Has information re: agency relationships pertaining to real estate agents. Has an actual (sample) agency disclosure/acknowledgement brochure. Also has other info on the real estate industry in general as well as reasons for using a realtor. Has links to other real estate agencies/boards across Canada. Includes a web link to the Canadian Real Estate Association. Allen and Allen Sample containing power of attorney for property (Ontario). Also includes a sample power of attorney for personal care. Sportsmanagement Private company offering contract negotiation, tax services and business management for professional athletes. International Chamber of Commerce Model agency forms. Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Fourteen: Business Forms and ArrangementsRelevant Legislation British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland Northwest Territories Nova Scotia Nunavut Ontario Prince Edward Island Saskatchewan Web Resources Canada Business Service Centres Gives info about starting a business in any part of Canada. Also has an interactive business planner as well as an on-line small business workshop and an E-Commerce Info-Guide. Also provides links to federal programs and services by subject categories or federal government organization. Also provides information about small business info fairs. Canadian Franchise Association The Canadian Franchise Association is a national trade association of franchisors including Canada?s leading franchise systems. Membership represents a diverse cross-section of franchisors in Canada, ranging from very large established systems to smaller regional concepts. Site has information on upcoming public seminars, and franchise shows. Information on possible franchise opportunities and list of publications that you could buy over the Net. Also has info on their new TV show (shown in the Maritimes). American Association of Franchisees and Dealers Mainly describes the benefits of being a member. But, provides good information for someone interested in buying a franchise in the U.S. Has information on lawyers specializing in franchising work (in all the States); has information on accountants and on getting financial information. Also coming soon an e-commerce market. They also have a number of ongoing projects and programs that people can join, including an arbitration and mediation program ? the Fair Franchising Standards Project; AAFD Internet Project etc. Has publications on-line. Also has a search engine for the page. Has an index. Aboriginal Business Canada Business Centre for the Aboriginal Community. Has information on opportunities for Aboriginals including past history of Aboriginal businesses and services and business support. A starting point for an Aboriginal person interested in starting a business. Industry Canada Good resource page for anyone interested in starting up a business. Gives information on company directories, trade and investment, business information by sector, economic analysis and statistics. Also has information about business support and financing. Also provides info on licenses, regulations and legislation. Provides news articles on relevant topics. Media Lawyer This site is designed as a central reference point for helpful information to entertainment, multimedia, intellectual property and online professionals along with international links to professional, legal and business services. Allen and Allen Law Firm Web site. Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Fifteen: The Corporate Form: Organizational MattersRelevant Legislation Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick
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Prince Edward Island Saskatchewan Web Resources Canadian Venture Home Page The November 29th, 1999 merger of the Vancouver and Alberta stock exchanges marked the beginning of the Canadian Venture Exchange (CDNX). It launched with some 2,300 listed companies active in the technology, resource, industrial and manufacturing sectors. Toronto Stock Exchange Official home page of the Toronto Stock Exchange with investor centre, news, stock market shop, MRKT Regulation Data and more. Montreal Exchange The Canadian Derivatives Exchange®, Bourse de Montréal Inc. ("Bourse") is a business corporation, that is, a profit-making company pursuing business goals and belonging to its shareholders. Established in 1874, it is Canada's oldest exchange. In 1975, it was the first Canadian exchange to list options and, soon after, to establish a major futures market. Today, the Bourse offers both individual and institutional investors a wide range of derivative products on equity, equity index and interest rate. British Columbia Securities Commission The British Columbia Securities Commission is the independent provincial government agency responsible for regulating trading in securities in British Columbia. Its mission is to protect and promote the public interest by regulating trading in securities. Ontario Securities Commission The Ontario Securities Commission administers and enforces securities legislation in the Province of Ontario. Our mandate is to:
Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Sixteen: The Corporate Form - Operational MattersRelevant Legislation British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland Northwest Territories Nova Scotia Nunavut Ontario Prince Edward Island Saskatchewan Web Resources Company specializing in dealing with risks to corporate directors and officers. Liability of Corporate Shareholders in the United States under the Environmental Protection Act. British site dealing with corporate liability for wrongful death. Business Insurance site with articles on directors liability, shareholder liability etc. The Ecological Liability of Corporate Groups: Comparing U.S. and European Trends Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Seventeen: Personal PropertyRelevant Legislation British Columbia
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Saskatchewan Web Resources Heiros Gamos: The Law and Government Portal A guide to American personal property law. Catalaw personal property. Internet Law Library collection of sites relating to property. Discussion of the various Canadian Personal Property Security Acts. Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Eighteen: Intellectual PropertyRelevant Legislation
Alberta British Columbia Manitoba Newfoundland Northwest Territories Nova Scotia Nunavut Ontario Saskatchewan Web Resources Industry Canada: Canadian Intellectual Property Office Has information on filing patents electronically as well as the ability to do so online. Has links to the Patent and Trademark Institute of Canada. Has links to the following Acts online: Patent Act, Trade-mark Act, Copyright Act, etc. Has a link to the Canadian Patent database ? can search for patents dating back to 1920. The Canadian trade-mark database: the contents of the database, and information about trademarks. Has several online databases including CISTI?s library catalogue. There are sample issues of various journals online. Electronic Frontier Foundation Archive. Archive of Intellectual Property-related articles. Intellectual Property Online: Patent, Trademark, Copyright. This site has archives by country including Canada. The articles deal with IP issues in Canada. Under Canadian material there?s a link to Canadian legislation and regulation. World Intellectual Property Organization Has information on what the WIPO is and the member countries. Has information on and explanation of what Intellectual Property is with an interactive area. Links to other related organizations such as e-commerce sites. There is also an electronic bookshop. T.R.I.P.S. Trade-related aspects of intellectual property rights. Information on intellectual property in the WTO, news and official records of the activities of the TRIPS Council, and details of the WTO?s work with other international organizations in the field. International Treaties concerning Intellectual Property
Standards Council of Canada Overseeing Canada?s National Standards System, the Standards Council of Canada is a federal Crown corporation with the mandate to promote efficient and effective standardization. Located in Ottawa, the Standards Council has a 15-member governing Council and a staff of approximately 70. The organization reports to Parliament through the Minister of Industry. Woolmark This site introduces you to the Woolmark, Woolmark Blend and Wool Blend programmes and explains step by step how you can become a Woolmark licensee. Gives you details about how you can access other trade-marks. Product specifications, test procedures, partner lists and guidelines for using Woolmark trade marks on tickets, labels and all types of promotional material are included on this site. U.S. Patent and Trademark Office There?s a news section entitled "New on the PTO Site." There?s a database for searching US patents ? both in terms of applications and issued patents. There are also databases for checking trademarks ? and an ability to check the status of a trademark. Also possibility to apply for a trademark online. There?s an explanation of the PTO organizational structure. There are also resources for inventors. There is interesting information for kids in a kid-friendly format. EPIC Electronic Privacy Information Centre A public interest research centre in Washington. It has a latest news section, policy archives and a search engine for the site. Also has information about how to join and help this non-profit organization to further their objectives. Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada SOCAN is a Canadian copyright collective for musical works. It protects the performing rights of members (composers, lyricists, songwriters and publishers) and international affiliated societies by licensing music users and paying royalties to members and affiliated societies for the public performances of their copyright-protected works. It also advocates the cultural and commercial value of Canadian music. Cancopy CANCOPY, the Canadian Copyright Licensing Agency, is a not-for-profit agency established in 1988 by Canadian writers and publishers to license public access to copyright works. They provide licensing solutions to those who want to copy copyrighted works. Also explains what copyright is. Has links to the Canadian Copyright Act. Recording Industry Association of American website. Music and the Internet. Compulsory licensing of Pharmaceuticals This site discusses some of the concerns being expressed currently about the drug ciprofloxacin which is used in the treatment of anthrax. Public and government concern over the availability of a sufficient supply of this drug has arisen due to the anthrax threat in the United States following the September 11, 2001 attacks in New York and Washington. The deaths of several Americans from inhalation anthrax has led to a heavy demand for ciprofloxacin which the patent holder may or may not be able to meet. IP Magazine Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Nineteen: Real PropertyRelevant Legislation
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Web Resources Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation Home Buying Guide (tips &advice); housing research; housing market information and statistics, investment opportunities, press releases. Address changing within weeks so check for update. Canadian Real Estate Law Centre Has a history of Canadian real estate law, explains fee simple, qualified ownership and the rule against perpetuities. Has explanations about easements and covenants, joint and common tenancies and adverse possession. Also has a glossary of Canadian real estate terms. Explains legal concepts simply (with an added bonus of humour thrown in). ForSaleByOwner.ca Tips on making a private property purchase. Canadian Real Estate Association CREA's primary mission is to represent its members at the federal level of government and to act as a watchdog on national legislation that pertains to the real estate industry. CREA has frequently taken strong stands to defend the public's right to own and enjoy property. Allen and Allen Law firm Information about Real Estate Law in Ontario. Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Twenty: InsuranceRelevant Legislation Alberta British Columbia
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Northwest Territories Nova Scotia Nunavut Ontario Prince Edward Island Saskatchewan Web Resources Insurance Bureau of Canada It has information on auto insurance, home insurance, business insurance etc. There is also a search engine for the website. They have articles dealing with issues pertinent to the auto industry. They deal with some consumer awareness issues and industry news. There's information on loss and prevention. Has a link to the Insurance Council of Canada. They have a legal department that has publications. It also has a glossary that explains policy words. Insurance Canada Information and assistance to both consumers and professionals. Online insurance quotes and directories of insurers provided. Insurance Canadian Insurance Law Newsletter. Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC) undertakes a range of activities contributing to the stability of its member institutions and the Canadian financial system in general. By promoting prudent management among its member institutions, CDIC protects depositors' interests and reduces its own exposure to potential losses. Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Twenty One: The Employment RelationshipRelevant Legislation
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Saskatchewan Web Resources Employers On-line Information source on human resource management, recruitment, occupational health and safety, labour laws, training and skills development, pay and benefits, entrepreneurship, sector information and much more. Jobs.Com American site that matches employers and employees. Provides job listings and résumés. Monster.com Career Owl Human Rights Tribunals and Commissions Canada General information, steps in filing a complaint, and examples of tribunal decisions.
Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Twenty-Two: Terminating the Employment RelationshipRelevant Legislation Chapter Twenty Three: Professional ServicesRelevant Legislation British Columbia
Manitoba Newfoundland Nova Scotia Ontario Prince Edward Island Saskatchewan Web Resources Certified General Accountants of Canada The site has information on the educational requirements needed to become a certified general accountant and information on the various programs offered through this organization. They also set the professional standards for certified general accountants. Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants There's a section called the CA profession which explains what a chartered accountant is, and what a chartered accountant can do for you. Under "Standards and Guidance", sets out the standards of the profession. The site has information on the accounting standards board. Canadian Medical Association Has information on professional development. These areas deal a little with risk aversion. Victor O. Scinnerer and Company Inc. Insurance provider with information on how to manage professional liability. There is also an interesting section on risk management. They have a section dealing with "Guidelines for practice." There's also some info on risk management for the international market. There's a section dealing with contract formation and the fiduciary duties of design professionals. Reviewing the Conduct of Lawyers Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Twenty-Four: Marketing Practices: Product and PromotionRelevant Legislation
Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland Nova Scotia Ontario Prince Edward Island Saskatchewan Sale of Goods Acts
Web Resources Advertising Standards Canada Advertising Standards Canada - ASC is a national industry association committed to assuring the integrity and viability of advertising through industry self-regulation. Its members include advertisers, agencies, media organizations, and suppliers to the advertising sector. ASC administers the Canadian Code of Advertising Standards, the principal instrument of advertising self-regulation. Industry Codes and Guidelines Canadian Code of Advertising Standards
Consumer Aware Industry Canada Consumer info ? details latest scams and lists results of cases of perpetrators. Misleading advertising and labelling guidelines. Canadian Broadcast Standards Council The Canadian Broadcast Standards Council (CBSC) is an independent, not-for-profit organization established by the Canadian Association of Broadcasters (CAB). Its membership includes about 430 private sector radio and television stations, specialty services and networks from across Canada, programming in English, French and third languages. Commercial Law. Advertising Law and Ethics from the University of Texas at Austin. Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Twenty-Five: Marketing Practices Price and DistributionRelevant Legislation Web Resources Competition Bureau The basic operating assumption of the Competition Bureau is that competition is good for both business and consumers. Competition makes the economy work more efficiently; strengthens businesses' ability to adapt and compete in global markets; gives small and medium businesses an equitable chance to compete and participate in the economy; provides consumers with competitive prices, product choices and the information they need to make informed purchasing decisions; and balances the interests of consumers and producers, wholesalers and retailers, dominant players and minor players, the public interest and the private interest. RCMP Latest Scams Every day, the RCMP receives questions, comments, and complaints about fraud. In response, the Economic Crime Branch has created the LATEST SCAMS page that will feature tips and information about the most current and most popular frauds operating in Canada. Office.com: Pricing Products and Services. Good Pricing Practices from the Federal Trade Commission (United States). Strategic pricing Consultants. The Internet is creating the most widespread changes in business practices since the industrial revolution. Sales channel disintermediation is destroying distribution channels, meaning that direct selling will become the standard. Global pricing practices will be dramatically altered by the online availability of pricing information. Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Twenty-Six: Business and BankingRelevant Legislation Alberta British Columbia
Manitoba New Brunswick Newfoundland Nova Scotia Ontario Prince Edward Island Saskatchewan Web Resources Canadian Bankers Association Home Page. Security tips to protect money, credit and debit cards; consumer kiosk contains: bank services, service fees, interest rates; about the CBA: what they do, who they are, how they do it. Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC) undertakes a range of activities contributing to the stability of its member institutions and the Canadian financial system in general. By promoting prudent management among its member institutions, CDIC protects depositors' interests and reduces its own exposure to potential losses. University of Toronto Chapter 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 Chapter Twenty-Seven: The Legal Aspects of CreditRelevant Legislation Alberta British Columbia
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Web Resources Equitax Under "Surveys" The Equitax Canada Report on Consumers & Privacy in the Information Age appears. A report or a study conducted by Equitax on Canadians perception of privacy of consumer credit. SBC SBC is in the electronic information business, subscribing to, and drawing information from some of the world's largest computer databases. Lists major credit bureaus; lists minor credit bureaus; describes how they get information; and provides information on how to order credit reports. Credit Institute of Canada National Association of credit professionals and the only Canadian professional organization granting designations in Credit Management. United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNICITRAL) Contains model laws, case law and information about world trade regulation.
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