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Legal Webinars On Demand For more information about CFA webinars, including presenting and sponsorship opportunities, contact Lou Gervasi at lgervasi@cfa.ca or 1-800-665-4232 ext. 243.

		Don’t Gamble With the Law – How to Run a Legal Contest and Promotional Giveaway in Canada Presented by: Chad Finkelstein, Partner, Dale & Lessmann LLP September 21, 2011 Ever wondered why contests advertise “no purchase necessary”? Ever wanted to know the reason for the skill-testing question? Ever taken a look at the fine print in contest rules? The rules to many of the contests that franchise systems offer can start to look the same after a while, but it may surprise you to learn that your failure to operate a contest correctly may result in criminal liability. That’s right – the same laws that apply to casinos and online gaming websites also apply to contest organizers. And with so many contests being run via a company’s website or via social media, the list of issues that franchise systems need to be aware of has grown even longer. Order this webinar now.

		HOT Legal Topic Supreme Court of Canada decision in Seidel v. Telus: What does this mean for Franchising? Presented by: Jennifer Dolman, Partner, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP, and Allan Dick, Partner, Sotos LLP June 27, 2011 In the recent case of Seidel v. Telus, the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) permitted a class action under British Columbia’s Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act (BPCPA) despite an arbitration clause in the disputed agreement. The SCC held that, as consumer protection legislation, the BPCPA should be interpreted broadly in favour of consumers. The arbitration clause was therefore overridden by section 3 of the BPCPA which states that any contractual term waiving or releasing rights under the Act is void. While not a franchise case, the reasoning of the Court in Telus could have serious implications for the enforcement of arbitration clauses in franchise class actions, especially given the link between franchise class actions and the right of association under franchise legislation. This webinar will provide an overview of the relevant aspects of the Telus decision and explore its implications for franchisors. Order this webinar now.

		Accessibility: Customer Service Standard Compliance -- A step by step guide for businesses in Ontario Presented by: Antonia Hammer, EnAbling Change Project Coordinator, CFA March 15, 2011 Are you ready for January 2012 when compliance with the new customer service standard becomes law? Join our webinar for a crash course with a step by step guide to getting your business ready. This webinar will provide you will a complete compliance manual and bring it to life as we walk you through the steps to compliance using practical, real life examples and strategies. This is the third webinar of the Customer Service Standard series developed with the support of the Accessibility Directorate of Ontario. If you are unfamiliar with the AODA and are a CFA member, you can view our previous webinar presentations at your convenience online. To view these webinars go to www.cfa.ca/events and click on “webinars ” and follow the “webinars on demand” link. Order this webinar now.

		THE TIMES THEY ARE A CHANGING Recent Franchise Law Developments and How They Affect You, Day to Day Presented by: Larry Weinberg, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP, Edward (Ned) Levitt, Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP and Andraya Frith, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP December 8, 2010 Governing law - Practical ramifications of the Midas decision Merits of ADR - Is it now a better route than litigation? Financial Statement Requirements in a FDD– consolidation, currency, exemption IFRS – accounting standards changes Recent Good faith case law – Timothy’s case, etc. Releases – Practical ramifications of the Midas decision – Now what? – exclude releases not permitted by law? – need to consider situation on a case by case basis Competition Law and Resale Price Strategies Franchisee Friendly case law and Class Actions – What Does It Mean Day to Day? Disclosure Process Electronic delivery of FDD Order this webinar now.

		Legal Aspects of Social Media Presented by: James Bond, Partner, Lang Michener LLP September 16, 2010 The social networking phenomenon is fundamentally changing the way people communicate with each other. Social media can present tremendous opportunities for franchise systems who embrace and manage participation in it. However, it can also represent significant risks to franchise systems who fail to do so. This webinar will provide insight into how social media is changing the landscape for franchisors and franchisees, and highlight some strategies for managing possible risk associated with social media. Order this webinar now.

		HOT LEGAL TOPIC: Midas Canada Court of Appeal Decision – Implications on Your Franchise System Presented by: Allan Dick, Partner, Sotos LLP & Jeff Hoffman, Partner, Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP Moderated by: Frank Zaid, Partner, Osler Hoskin & Harcourt LLP September 14, 2010 This webinar is of critical importance to all franchisors throughout Canada. The recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision in a class action involving Midas franchisees has determined that franchisors cannot require releases from franchisees on renewals or resales, and that franchise agreements governed by Ontario law will extend Ontario’s Arthur Wishart Act to franchised businesses outside Ontario. These 2 findings have altered the way franchisors do business, and how franchise agreements are drafted. Order this webinar now.

		Hot Legal Learning: The Implications of the Quizno's Court of Appeal Decision on Your Franchise System Presented by: Allan Dick, Partner, Sotos LLP & Geoffrey Shaw, Partner, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP Moderated by: Jennifer Dolman, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP July 29, 2010 When there is a hot legal matter impacting franchising, CFA and its Legal & Legislative Affairs Committee work to bring you insight and ensure you are up to speed on breaking developments. These special webinars are available exclusively to CFA members. Join us on Thursday, July 29 at 12 noon EDT when we explore the recent decision by the Ontario Court of Appeal to uphold certification of a class action against Quizno’s Canada Restaurant Corporation and Gordon Food Service, Inc. by franchisees who claim they have been overcharged for food and supplies. As a result of the Quizno’s decision, franchisees may find it easier to certify similar class actions and franchisors with supply arrangements similar to those in this case may be at increased risk of becoming a defendant in a class proceeding. In making its decision, the Court added that franchise disputes are “exactly the kind of case for a class proceeding.” What might this mean for you and your franchise system? Join counsel for Quizno’s, Geoff Shaw of Cassels Brock LLP, counsel for the Quizno’s franchisees, Allan Dick of Sotos LLP, and moderator Jennifer Dolman of Osler Hoskin & Harcourt LLP as they provide their thoughts and discuss the implications of the Quizno’s decision for the franchise industry. Order this webinar now.

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