We Are Closed Monday February 17th
Happy Family Day – From The LBW Family to Yours! OUR OFFICE IS CLOSED MONDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2020. We re-open on Tuesday February 18th Our hours are: 8:30am – 5:00pm Read More
News
Preparing for the Legalization of Edible Cannabis – Oct 17 2019
By Leanne Standryk One year ago, today on October 17, 2018, the Federal Cannabis Act permitted individuals 18 years of age or older to possess up to 30 grams of cannabis. We reported that Ontario’s Government passed legislation to increase the minimum age to 19 and further provided commentary on the impact of […] Read More
Celebrating a Lifetime of Community Involvement
The team at Lancaster Brooks & Welch LLP wish to pay tribute and celebrate the community leadership of Rob Welch. A lifetime of community engagement continues with his recent appointment to the Board of Trustees of Brock University. This commitment is the latest in a long list of community and charitable organizations […] Read More
The Spirit of Volunteerism and Community Leadership
The team at Lancaster Brooks & Welch wish to pay tribute to spirit of community leadership demonstrated by senior partner Leanne Standryk. Leanne has recently completed a six-year term on the Brock University Board of Trustees and we thank her for her contribution to that important position. Not one to rest on her laurels, Leanne […] Read More
Changes to the Canada Labour Code ~ Bill C-63 and Bill C-86 – Effective September 1, 2019
On August 22, 2019, the headlines read “Trudeau springs a nasty surprise on many Canadian Employers” (Financial Post, August 22, 2019). Bill C-63 and C-86 received Royal Assent December 14, 2017 and December 13, 2018 respectively. While the changes may come as a surprise to some, the amendments to the Canada Labour Code (the […] Read More
Leanne Standryk’s Photo Highlights of Henley Regatta 2019
Leanne Standryk, senior partner at LBW has been involved and actively participating in the success of the Henley Regatta for over a decade. She has work along with other dedicated volunteers who put in countless hours to make this event – a world class experience. Here are some highlights of the week’s event through […] Read More
Rob Welch Presents The LBW Trophy To Henley Gold Winners
Rob Welch of Lancaster Brooks & Welch LLP, presents Henley Gold Medals and the LBW Trophy to the winning Under 23 Lightweight Womens’ Pair, Hayley Hubbs and Eden Hardcastle of the University of Victoria on Friday August 9, 2019. […] Read More
Giving Back
More Changes to the Ontario Employment Law Landscape
Bill 66 Restoring Ontario’s Competitiveness Act, 2018 Over the last year, Ontario has seen sweeping changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) and to the Labour Relations Act, 1995 (LRA). We saw the introduction of Bill 148, the Fair Workplaces, Better Job Act, 2017, as introduced by the Liberal government. Several sections of […] Read More
Dreaming About Starting Your Own Business?
By David A Thomas Many people dream about starting a small business and becoming their own boss. It’s a great dream. The rewards can be substantial, but so are the risks. The dream of being in charge of your own time can turn into a nightmare of always being on duty, and never getting […] Read More