Short-term Rentals
Webpage on Canadian Legal FAQs on short-term rentals in Edmonton and Calgary.
Signifier des documents à un auteur de mauvais traitements
Fiche d'info contenant des conseils sur la manière de signifier des documents juridiques à une partie violente.
Last Update: 2023
Small Business Essentials: An employment lawyer’s perspective
LawNow article describing three essentials all small business owners should have in place: employment agreements, policies, and termination letters and releases.
So You Want to Make a Will in Alberta?
LawNow article with answers to common questions CPLEA receives about making a Will in Alberta.
Social Media Posts and Employment: A perilous playground
LawNow article about how an employee's social media or Internet activity can have unexpected impacts on their employer and their job.
Some Jerks Don’t Grow Out of It: 10 Tips for Handling an Office Bully
Article with 10 practical tips for handling an office bully, including keeping records and who to talk to.
Sources of Law
Short video about the sources of law in Canada, including legislation and common law.
Soutien financier
Brochure fournissant des informations juridiques détaillées sur le soutien financier après une séparation ou un divorce, y compris les pensions alimentaires pour enfants, pour partenaires et pour époux.
Last Update: 2021
Soutien financier vidéo
Vidéo animé de dix minutes sur le soutien financier après une séparation ou un divorce, y compris les pensions alimentaires pour enfants, pour partenaires et pour époux.
Taking over a lease
Webpage on Laws for Landlords and Tenants website with key information on taking over a lease via sublet or assignment.
Temps parental et contacts
Livret fournissant des informations juridiques détaillées sur les questions parentales après une séparation ou un divorce, y compris les plans parentaux et les ordonnances parentales et de contact.
Last Update: 2021
Temps parental et contacts vidéo
Vidéo de 10 minutes sur les questions juridiques liées au rôle parental après une séparation ou un divorce (plans parentaux, les ordonnances parentales et de contact, etc.)
Tenant Move-Outs: Cleaning and Security Deposit Deductions
LawNow article about the rules for cleaning and security deposit deductions in Alberta.
Termination & Temporary Layoff
FAQs and answers about termination notice and pay in lieu of notice, and temporary layoffs, under Alberta's Employment Standards Code.
The (Sometimes Complicated) Rules that Apply to Farm Workers in Alberta
LawNow article about how the Employment Standards Code applies (and does not apply) to Alberta farm workers.
The Big 3: Condominium contributions, special levies and reserve funds
Info sheet about condominium contributions (also known as condo fees), special assessments, and reserve funds.
Last Update: 2020
The Consumer Protection Act
FAQs and answers about consumer laws in Alberta, including about ticket sales, auto businesses, high-cost credit, internet sales contracts, gift cards, pay day loans and direct sales.
The Duty of Unions to Fairly Represent Their Members
LawNow article about a union's duty to fairly represent their members.
The Law of Fun
Series of LawNow articles on outdoor passes and permits, amusement parks liability, acceptable contact in sports and human rights of young athletes.
The Law of Unpaid Internships in Canada
LawNow article about unpaid internships in Canada, including exemptions from employment standards legislation.
The Legal Status of the Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines
LawNow article about the Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines and how they are used in determining spousal support.
The Many Forms of Harassment
LawNow article discussing the many forms of harassment, including as discrimination, sexual harassment and criminal behaviour.
The Place You Are Renting Is Sold
Booklet for tenants about their rights and obligations during the sale of a rental property and after the property is sold.
Last Update: 2021
The Right to Die and the Debate Surrounding Mental Illness
LawNow article discussing the debate around expanding Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) to patients experiencing mental health conditions.
The Right to Housing as a Human Right
LawNow article discussing the right to housing under international human rights law and Canadian law.
The Tort of Family Violence: New relief available for victims of family violence
LawNow article about the new tort of family violence that recognizes the complex dynamic of violence within a relationship.
Tips for Going to Court
Information about preparing for court and tips for appearing in court (including virtually and in-person).
Last Update: 2021
Tips for working with and hiring a condo manager
Info sheet for condominium boards on hiring and working with a condominium manager.
Last Update: 2021
Top 10 Housing Law Issues: Deposits, Landlord Entry, Repairs, Pests, Guests and Shared Accommodations
Video series about top 10 housing law issues, including landlord entry, repairs, pests, guests and shared accommodations
Top 10 Housing Law Issues: Evictions, Human Rights and Housing, and Dispute Resolution
Video series about top 10 housing law issues, including evictions, human rights, and dispute resolution