Joan Gilmour, an expert in health law and professor at Osgoode Hall Law School, said the previous decisions on Baby M were well-reasoned and hewed to the law — although much of the law surrounding end of life care in Canada remains unsettled, reported the Sept. 20. “When these situations do arise, for the most part, the healthcare providers and the parents often come to a resolution on how things should go forward. Mostly it’s resolved without healthcare providers and parents having to go to court,†she said.
Investors saw the value of their investment in the company plummet following revelations of mysterious payments in North Africa, reported Canadian Press in a story published in Sept. 20. An expert hired by the plaintiffs, Prof. Douglas Cumming of the Schulich School of Business at 91راة«, estimated damages at between $700 million and $1.1 billion.آ
The longest-serving chairman in the region's history, Bill Fisch will complete a 17-year tenure upon his retirement and 26 years of public service, reported Sept. 20. Known as a results-oriented leader, he is well regarded for his vast political experience, leadership and volunteer efforts. He holds a juris doctor degree from Osgoode Hall Law School and was a practising lawyer for 21 years.
Passion capital separates successful businesses and executives from the rest, says Paul Alofs, chief executive officer of the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation in Toronto, reported the Sept. 21. In his recent book, Passion Capital, Alofs identifies seven basic principles successful corporations follow: creed, culture, courage, brand, resources, strategy and persistence. "It's not only about the passion, which is, of course, emotional. It's how you put that passion to work," said Alofs, Alofs, who has an MBA from 91راة«.آ
91راة« lineman tackles leukemia
Alex Midea is a member of the football team at 91راة«. In his rookie season last year, he won the award for the hardest working and most dedicated player, reported the North 91راة« Mirror Sept. 20. But his football and education plans have been put on hold for the time being while he fights leukemia. “There is a huge hole we haven't filled, but his health and well-being remain No. 1," says Warren Craney, 91راة«'s head coach. آ