Archive for July, 2009
ODSP Appeal Hearings: What to Expect
So you’ve completed all the necessary steps to secure your ODSP (Ontario Disability Support Program) appeal, and a hearing date has been set. As an appellant, what can you expect at your ODSP appeal hearing at the Social Benefits Tribunal?
The hearings are held pursuant to the Ontario Disability Support Program Act (ODSPA).* The Social Benefits [...]
Ontario Apology Act Now in Force
Sorry may no longer be the hardest word, at least in Ontario.
A while ago I posted the story “Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word,” on the (then) proposed Apology Act.* I’m glad to report that the Act has been passed and has been in force since April 23, 2009.
In a nutshell, the act “provides [...]
Pet Travelling Made Easy - Pet Airways Take Off!
Generally I only blog about law related stuff. However, a story about Pet Airways piqued my attention, and I’d like to share with my readers.
Billed as the first pet-friendly commercial airline, Pet Airways is a flight operator that flies pets in the main cabin, rather than in the cargo area.
How it works:
You drop off your [...]
A Brief Note on Personal Information and the Internet
If you’re into social networking websites, you’ve probably seen a widely circulated list of questions, resembling this one I recently received.
What time did you get up this morning?
How do you like your steak?
What was the last film you saw at the cinema?
What is your favourite TV shows?
If you could live anywhere in the world where [...]
PSWLaw Proudly Supports the 2009 Police Games
I’m pleased to announce that PSWLaw is a proud sponsor of the 2009 Police Games, hosted by the Toronto Police Amateur Athletic Association.
The event takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2009 at the Rogers Centre. The proceeds of the event go to the Toronto Police Widow and Orphan Fund.
PSWLaw gives back to the community.
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