Legal resources
Plain-language answers to the questions people search for most. Each guide lists its official sources and the date it was last reviewed.
Judicial review deadline calculator
Enter the date you learned of an IRCC decision and see your last day to file in the Federal Court.
ImmigrationMy IRCC application was refused. What are my options?
Reapply, appeal or go to the Federal Court. Which option fits, and the deadlines you cannot miss.
Wills & estatesDo I need a will in Ontario?
What happens without a will, why common-law partners are at risk, and how to sign one properly.
CriminalCharged with impaired driving in Ontario: what happens next
The roadside suspension, the minimum penalties if convicted, licence consequences, and why non-citizens need extra care.
CriminalCharged with assault in Ontario: first steps
Release conditions, the different assault charges, possible outcomes, and the immigration risks for non-citizens.
Real estateBuying your first home in Ontario: what your lawyer does and what it costs
The lawyer's role, land transfer tax and first-time buyer refunds, and other closing costs to budget for.
FamilySeparating in Ontario: first steps and key deadlines
When you can divorce, the deadline for dividing property, child support, and updating your will.
EmploymentFired without cause in Ontario: what you may be owed
Minimum notice and severance under the ESA, why you may be owed more, and the 2-year deadlines.
BusinessShould I incorporate federally or in Ontario?
Government fees, name protection, record-keeping duties, and how to choose.
DisputesSuing for $50,000 or less: Ontario Small Claims Court
The $50,000 limit, the 2-year deadline, and what to expect from start to finish.
These guides are general information about Ontario and Canadian law, not legal advice for your situation. Laws change; check the review date and contact a lawyer before acting.