Court Cases That Shaped Canada in 2025
From a high-profile hockey sex assault trial to a controversial ostrich farm cull, lawyer Nick Cake analyzes the landmark rulings that dominated headlines and shaped Canadian law in 2025.
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Driediger Farms in Langley sells for $23.3 million
The iconic Driediger Farms berry operation in Langley's ALR has been sold for $23.3 million to another farming company, ensuring its agricultural future. Owner Rhonda Driediger retires after decades.
Humboldt Broncos lawsuit appeal planned after dismissal
Lawyers for the families of Humboldt Broncos victims plan to appeal a dismissed lawsuit. The tragic 2018 bus crash continues to seek legal resolution in Saskatchewan.
Ring Lost for 50 Years Found in Alberta Garden
An Alberta couple's engagement ring, missing since the 1970s, was miraculously discovered by their grandson in a carrot patch. Read this heartwarming story of a lost treasure returned.
Quebec Appeals to Supreme Court Over Gaspé Riding
The Quebec government will ask the Supreme Court of Canada to overturn a ruling that invalidated a law delaying the elimination of a Gaspé Peninsula riding. Read the latest on this constitutional battle.
Diddy Seeks Immediate Prison Release in Appeals Argument
Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs files an appeal for immediate release from prison. Get the latest details on his legal team's arguments and the case's status.
Migrant farm workers face exploitation in Canada
An investigation reveals how Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program, vital for agriculture, can lead to the exploitation and abuse of migrant workers. Read the full story.
Boralex gets Scottish approval for 189 MW wind farm extension
Boralex welcomes Scottish ministerial approval for its 189 MW Clashindarroch Wind Farm Extension, featuring a 50 MW battery and significant community benefits. Read about this major renewable energy milestone.
Ottawa resident worries flex stakes won't return after crash
An Ottawa woman, seriously injured in a crash, advocates for the return of temporary traffic-calming flex stakes in her neighbourhood. Read about the community debate and council's decision process.
Mass Turkey Cull Ordered After Bird Flu Hits Perth County Farm
A devastating avian influenza outbreak at a Perth County, Ontario, turkey farm forces the euthanasia of 56,000 birds. Officials are working to contain the highly pathogenic virus.
New Community Legal Clinic Launched on Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island announces a new community legal clinic to improve access to justice for residents. Learn about the initiative and its goals for 2025.
B.C. spa owner released on bail pending appeal
The B.C. Court of Appeal has granted interim release to a medical aesthetics spa owner convicted of seven sexual assaults. He will be under 24-hour house arrest while appealing his 11-year sentence.
Peavey Mart returning to Saskatchewan in 2026
Peavey Mart confirms its return to Saskatchewan with a Regina store set to open in 2026. Get the details on the retailer's comeback to the prairie market.
Supreme Court restores woman's attempted murder conviction
The Supreme Court of Canada has reinstated a woman's conviction for the attempted murder of her mother. The ruling, delivered on December 5, 2025, overturns a previous appeal court decision. Read the full details of this significant legal reversal.
Essex Tree Farm Gears Up for Busy Christmas Season
Bastien Tree Farm in Essex, Ontario, is preparing for its busiest time of year as families seek the perfect real Christmas tree. Owner Ovid Bastien shares insights into the seasonal tradition.
Barrie police seek witnesses to summer assault
Barrie police continue to investigate a serious assault from the summer that left a woman with significant injuries. Authorities are urging any witnesses to come forward.
Man abandons appeal in 2021 Regina manslaughter
Abdimalik Dahir Mohamed has dropped his revised appeal of a 10-year manslaughter sentence for the 2021 shooting death of Ahi S. Ebrotie in Regina. No reasons were provided for the abandonment.
$600K Damage in Barrie-Area Barn Fire
A significant barn fire near Barrie has resulted in an estimated $600,000 in damages and the loss of livestock. Get the latest details on the incident.
Costco sues U.S. to preserve tariff refunds
Retail giant Costco takes legal action against the U.S. government to secure refunds for tariffs if President Trump loses a Supreme Court appeal. Get the full story on this major trade dispute.
Oilers' Goalie Issues Hurting Prospect Development in Farm System
The instability with the Edmonton Oilers' NHL goaltenders is creating a ripple effect, hindering the development of young prospects in the AHL and ECHL. Read how the Connor Ingram trade impacted the pipeline.
Spain Deploys Police, Soldiers to Combat Swine Fever Outbreak
Spanish police and soldiers are actively tracking wild boars and reinforcing farm security to contain a dangerous swine fever outbreak. Learn about the measures being taken.
Migrant farm workers face abuse, underpayment in Canada
A major investigation reveals systemic exploitation of nearly 80,000 temporary foreign workers in Canadian agriculture, with reports of wage theft, injuries, and abuse described as 'the new slavery.'
Agtech startups secure funding at Regina agribition
Tech innovators pitched farm efficiency solutions at Canadian Western Agribition in Regina, securing crucial funding for agricultural technology startups within 24 hours.
$100K Escargot Theft From French Snail Farmer
Thieves stole over $100,000 worth of escargots from a French snail farm supplying Michelin restaurants, creating holiday season shortages. Read about the investigation.
Winnipeg church denied barbed wire fence in city dispute
A Winnipeg church appeals city decision rejecting barbed wire fence proposal for security. Higher fencing options permitted as alternative trespassing deterrent.
UN Appeals to US on Asylum After Trump Migration Remarks
UN agencies urge Washington to maintain asylum access and due process following Trump's comments. Learn about the international law implications and the UN's appeal.
New trial ordered in 1989 Toronto child murder case
The Ontario Court of Appeal has ordered a new trial in the 1989 murder case of a 10-year-old Toronto girl. Learn about the latest developments in this decades-old case.
CIJA Appeals University of Windsor Agreements in Court
The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs asks Ontario's higher court to overturn University of Windsor agreements. Latest developments in the ongoing legal battle.
Lawyers appeal $470M fee reduction in treaty case
Northern Ontario lawyers challenge decision slashing legal fees from $510M to $40M after securing $10B settlement for Robinson Huron Treaty First Nations. Follow the appeal.
Trump Faces Multiple Legal Challenges After White House Return
Former President Donald Trump confronts numerous ongoing legal cases since returning to the White House. Get the latest updates on these significant legal developments.
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