Thursday, February 4, 2010

If you are charged with drunk driving.

If you are charged with drunk driving in Michigan it is important to understand the collateral consequencesof a potential OWI conviction. One such collateral consequence of a drunk driving conviction is the impact on your ability to engage in international travel. Many of the Barone Defense Firm clients travel to Canada and elsewhere for business or pleasure, and we always discuss these issues with them as part of our representation.

For example, under Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, a person convicted of a crime may be prohibited from entering Canada to visit, work, or immigrate. This prohibition, or “inadmissibility,” is discretionary, with the power to prohibit entry placed into the hands of Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Canada’s criminal code divides crimes into two categories: first, indictable crimes, and second, summary conviction crimes. Indictable crimes are considered more serious. In making the determination of into which category a particular offense falls, the test is whether or not the foreign crime, if committed in Canada, would have been an indictable offense under Canadian law. Under this test an OWI in Michigan is considered to be an indictable crime in Canada.

Of course, being a forward-thinking Nation, one convicted of an indictable offense may still gain entry into Canada so long as they are able to show that they have been “rehabilitated.” In fact, Canada is so forward-thinking that there is not just one but two ways to show this rehabilitation. These include (1) being found to be de facto or “deemed” rehabilitated, and; (2) being “approved” as rehabilitated. One may also apply for a temporary resident permit.

The first and perhaps least restrictive method of showing rehabilitation to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada is to be “deemed rehabilitated,” and under the Act as this simply requires one to remain crime-free for 10 years. Under Canadian law, anyone who can do that has achieved de facto rehabilitation, and will simply be “deemed” rehabilitated by Canadian officials.

Since many people can’t wait 10 years before their next business or pleasure trip to Canada, one convicted may alternatively apply for an “Approval of Rehabilitation.” In the context of OWI this application can be made only after 5 years have elapsed since the completion of the sentence imposed by the court.

After 5 years an individual may complete and mail in an Application for Approval of Rehabilitation, which requires personal information, information about the conviction, reasons why the person should be considered rehabilitated and supporting documentation. Additionally, there will be a $200.00 or $1000.00 filing fee based on the severity of the underlying conviction. The review process takes six months to a year. At the end of the review, if the application is granted, then the individual may travel into Canada without issue. So, if your client can’t wait 10 years, he or she may be able to gain entry by proving rehabilitation after 5 years.

For those individuals traveling regularly to Canada for business or pleasure, there is one final way to attempt to gain entry without either the 5 or 10 year waiting period and that is through a Temporary Resident Permit. An individual may apply for this permit immediately after the conviction. However, to gain entry on this basis, an inadmissible person must demonstrate that there are compelling grounds, humanitarian and compassionate reasons or national interest grounds for such entry, and must also show that their need to travel outweighs the safety risks to Canadian society. The form and required supporting documentation is exactly the same as the Application for Approval of Rehabilitation, as is the filing fee. However, the scrutiny of the requests for Temporary Resident Permits is much higher if applied for prior to the 5 year waiting period. The normal review period for both the Application for Approval of Rehabilitation and for a Temporary Resident Permit is six months but can take up to one year.

Knowing all this the first thought may be to attempt to plead down the OWI to some “lesser” charge. However, this strategy has its own pitfalls because conviction for OWI may not be a firm prerequisite to inadmissibility. In some instances, Canadian Border Officers may deem an individual inadmissible even if the charges against them were withdrawn or dismissed. In those cases, the individual must provide the officer with complete details of charges, convictions, court dispositions, pardons, photocopies of all applicable sections of foreign law(s), and court proceedings to allow the officer to determine whether or not you are inadmissible to Canada.

Monday, January 11, 2010

Can I end my lease early? And do I have to give notice of termination?

It depends on what type of tenant you are.

If the original lease you signed has not expired, check the date. It is probably for a term of one year and you have a commitment towards that lease. Talk to your landlord and if they will agree to early termination of the lease, get it in writing, including the date you will be leaving and make sure the landlord and you both sign the document. If your landlord will not agree to any early termination of your lease, call your lawyer or your Community Legal Clinic. The tenant is obliged to give the landlord 60 days minimum written notice of their intentions to leave.

A very common way of getting out of such a lease is to find a tenant who is willing to take over your lease, such as by advertising it yourself. See Part VI of the Residential Tenancies Act, about Assignment and Subletting. Check here if the landlord refuses or doesn't respond to an assignment, or contact the IEU.

Assignment of your lease is preferred because the new tenant takes over all responsibility for the lease on the apartment. Subletting is another alternative but because you continue to be liable for the conditions of the lease and so this is usually only used when you want to retain your lease, but will be away for a period of time and want someone else to be living there and (hopefully) paying the rent.

If you never had a lease, or if your original lease expired and you have continued to live in the apartment without signing another one, and you pay your rent on a monthly basis, you have a month-to-month tenancy. You must still give at lease 60 days written notice before the end of the last month you intend to live there. See Period of notice, monthly tenancy.

If you give your notice late, you will be responsible for an extra month.

There are two exceptions to this 60 day rule for monthly tenancies, and those are for terminations which are to be effective on either the last day of February or March. For terminations of a tenancy for the last day of February, the notice must be given no later than the preceding January 1. For a termination effective March 31, the notice must be given no later than Feb. 1. For more information see Period of notice, February notices

Tenants who rent on a week-to-week basis need only give 28 days notice.

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

The law of car accidents in Ottawa

The people in the accident and the insurance companies are all involved in and automobile accident. What we need do are Accient Benefits Claims and Lawsuits.

The benefits are available to all people injured in the accident, it will be a driver, a passenger or a pedestrian. Accident benefits are claimed from your own insurance company. An application for accident benefits should be submitted to your own insurance company as soon as possible after a car accident. Standard accident benefits include: medical expenses, care giver, income replacement benefits, housekeeping epenses.

The party who is not responsible for the accident has two years for the date of the accident, the injured people may sue the responsible party for compensation.

Both physical and psychological pain and suffering sustained as a result of the car accident. The amount for which you can claim for pain and suffering is subject to a $30,000 deductible. The other driver's insurance company will only pay $20,000.

The personal injury lawyer in Ottawa will help you to handle all those process and claim all your loss.

Monday, September 28, 2009

Easy recipes for vegetarian

Whole Wheat Burger Buns

A recipe for Whole Wheat Burger Buns. Follow the simple recipe instructions for Whole Wheat Burger Buns shared by other home cooking experts.

Ingredients
2 pkg. Baking yeast

1/4 c. Warm water

1 Tsp. Molasses

2 c. Soymilk

1/2 c. Molasses

4 Tbs. Dairy-free margarine, melted

3 c. Unbleached flour

3 c. Whole wheat flour

Directions
Add yeast and 1 Tsp. molasses to warm water; stir and let sit until bubbly. To a large bowl add soymilk, 1/2 cup molasses, melted margarine and salt. Stir in yeast mixture. Next add flour, one cup at a time. (Mix white and whole wheat flour together before adding). Stir well with each addition. Turn out dough on flat surface and knead about 5 minutes or so until smooth and elastic, adding more flour, as necessary. Place dough into a greased container and cover. Let rise about one hour, in a warm location. Form into buns and let rise about 30 or 40 minutes on greased cookie sheets. Cover with plastic wrap that has been sprayed with non-stick spray. Bake in 350-degree oven about 20 minutes. Cool on wire racks. Note: Or form into two large loaves and bake 30 to 35 minutes. While bread is hot, brush tops with melted margarine or spray tops with PAM, if desired. Recipe by Shirley Wilkes-Johnson

Cheese & Sweetcorn Flan

Ingredients

Pastry

200g 85% wholewheat flour
100g margarine
pinch salt
few drops lemon juice

Filling

250g hard cheese
1tbs flour
1 small tin sweetcorn
2 free range eggs
150ml single cream or milk

Method
1. Make pastry by sifting flour and salt together, rub in margarine, add lemon and enough water to form a dough.
Leave to rest in a cool place for an hour or so.

2. Lightly grease a deep flan dish and line with rolled out pastry.
Grate the cheese and toss with the flour.
Place half in the flan.
Drain the sweetcorn and arrange in the dish.
Cover with the remaining cheese.
Beat the cream and eggs, pour the mixture over the cheese and sprinkle with nutmeg.

3. Bake at 375°F/190°C/Gas Mark 5 for 40 mins.

Arugula Salad

Arugula isn't to everyone's taste, as it has a slightly spicy, peppery flavor. For those who can't get enough of it, this salad with toasted pine nuts will hit the spot.
Yield 4 servings
Time 10 minutes
Tools

* kitchen towel
* bowl
* wooden spoon
* four salad plates

Ingredients

* 2 bunches arugula
* 5-6 T vinaigrette (or just 2 T balsamic vinegar + 4 T olive oil)
* salt
* pepper
* ¼ c parmesan cheese, thinly sliced or coarsely grated
* ¼ c toasted* pine nuts

Directions Wash and thoroughly dry arugula, then place in bowl. Toss with vinaigrette, salt, and pepper, and transfer to salad plates.

Top with cheese and nuts.
Notes *Toss the pine nuts with a tiny amount of oil and toast in a frying pan over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until golden brown. If the pan starts to smoke, turn down the heat.

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Monday, September 21, 2009

Finding a business in Canada

i.选择联锁生意还是独立生意

As a buyer, you have the option of purchasing an existing independent business or a franchise. Each has its strengths and weaknesses. To understand which type of business is best for you, you need to understand both the differences between these two business types, and your own strengths and weaknesses.

Franchising

Franchises come with a set of rules that you must follow. The franchisor has taken the time to develop a business template, which is then rolled out from location to location. If you are looking to use your managerial skills, and won't feel cramped if you can't put your own ideas into play, this may be the ideal form of business for you.

联锁生意和独立生意各有自己的优缺点,很好地理解这两个生意的内容,有利于自己做出最好的选择。
联锁生意本身已经经营多年有自己的很多你必须遵守的规则。联锁经营模式已经形成了自己独有的特点,从一个地方向一个地方滚动发展。如果你希望发挥自己的管理才能,并且不介意被限制在已有的游戏规则下,这对你是个不错的选择。

Independent businesses

Buying an independent business gives you the freedom of setting your own rules. You set the vision of the company, control human resources, and get to choose which supplier you're going to buy from. In an independent business the decisions – and the success – of the business rest on your shoulders. There is room for creativity and innovation, but at the same time, your choices may destabilize the business. Unless you are buying a business with a strong, existing brand, you may not have the same recognition that you would get with a franchise. On the flip side, you won't have to pay franchise fees and royalties.

联锁生意有很多优点,好的联锁店,经营模式已经被证明是有效可行的。潜在的客户对这种品牌的经验模式都很熟悉。
独立生意可以带给你最大限度的自由空间,雇主自己可以决定公司的一切,控制人力资源,挑选上游供应商。独立生意最终的运营成功,都由您自己的努力所决定。这是一个可以发挥自己创造能力和革新能力的自由空间,所有的工作时间也由自己掌握,加盟费也能省下不少。

ii.给自己一个评估

A creative person may be more suited to an independent business where there is more room to give you the opportunity to test and implement ideas. A systematic, scheduled person with a strong management background may thrive in the franchise environment, eventually operating multiple outlets with different managers handling the day-to-day operations.

一个有创造力的人,更加适合独立的生意,因为那里有很大的自由发挥的空间,你可以把自己的想法付诸实践。而一个有很强计划性和管理背景的人,就比较适合在一个有很多已有规则的连锁生意模式下工作。

Many businesses use a SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) to understand their position in the market and develop a plan of action.

很多雇主都使用SWOT分析法,包括强项、弱项、机会、不利因素,这四个方面去决定自己的生意计划。详细的情况可以去Keirsey的个人评估网站去评估您自己的情况。

Monday, August 18, 2008

Toronto used car dealership second hand vans preowned suv's - Dixie Ford Mississauga Toronto


Toronto used car dealership Dixie Ford sells pre-owned vehicles. See the preowned car list to check out the current used vehicle inventory. In addition to the inventory listed, they have access to many more vehicles. If you don't see what you want in the current inventory, Dixeford can get it for you - any make, model or colour.

Friday, June 27, 2008

Ajax used car vehicle dealer


More Village used cars, one of the most famous used car dealer is a Ajax used car dealer located at 19 Harwood Ave. just south of Kingston Road. If you remember where Village Chrysler used to call home, thats where you'll find us. You can browse our vehicle inventory by clicking on the Stock Units button on the main tool bar at our web page. If you find your dream vehicle in our used car inventory, please contact us to make your dream a reality. We sell all makes and models and will find your dream vehicle if we don't already stock it. We look forward to hearing from you. Come and visit our web site at www.morevillageusedcars.com

Friday, June 20, 2008

Proper Healthy Weight Loss Diet Celebrity diet secret & proper diet

Healthy Weight Loss Diet- understanding-weightloss.com allows an individual to go on a easy weight loss fitness training for easy weight loss. The safe weight loss program Celebrities use includes proper healthy diet, popular proper diet, fast weight loss celebrity diet program and doctor recommended proper diet.

When it comes to fashion or trends, we all look to Hollywood celebrities. Whether it's a fashion trend or weight loss diet trend, we all want to find out their secrets for fitness and weight loss. How long did it take for the famous actor to lose weight for the part? How did the supermodel get back into shape only weeks after giving birth?

Just as there are more "stars" than you can count, so too is the number of celebrity diets. Celebrity diets range from controversial fad diets for a quick weight loss to nutritionally balanced diets for a long-term healthier weight loss.

The South Beach diet, Zone diet, Detox diet and Atkins diet all have many celebrity fans. The reason for this is because weight loss on these diets, as well as on other fad diets, is usually very quick. The Cookie Diet is another popular celebrity diet for fast weight loss. By eating a few low-calorie cookies throughout the day, and one small dinner, you can lose as fast as 15 pounds in just a month.

Scarborough used car dealership

Toronto Scarborough used car dealership , Youareapproved.ca, offers vehicle loans designed specially for auto, car and truck buyers with credit problems. There is no credit, or unique sub prime auto loan requirements.

Wednesday, June 11, 2008

爲了多交朋友,我推的太多,自己的文章19推才一顆星

今天我在推推王,推了大概200推左右,並且自己貼了一篇文章,等到19推了才一顆星,是不是推爆了100推,對貼文有影響?

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Toronto House extension & Toronto Home expansion

If you want a house expansion or house renovation, visit www.modular.ca to get more ideas and explore their pre designed models. You can also get a quick estimate on the design of your choice or visit their showroom to discuss Custom design. Their in-house designer will help you every step of the way.

Tuesday, April 22, 2008

Used Car Scarborough

At any given time, we have over 100 pre-owned vehicles on our used car lot, just waiting to be checked out! Our pre-owned vehicles are reconditioned to a very high standard using our 110-point inspection process. On top of any factory offers, Scarborough used car come with a six-month, 10,000 km power train warranty. We also use the Chrysler CPOV program.

Regardless of whether you want new or used, we will treat you with respect and integrity!

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Used car purchase tips

Before considering a used car credit loan, it may be wise to understand the condition of the interior condition of the used car. If the vehicle have excessive tears on the interior, it may actually be a good indicator of a vehicle's mileage without even looking at the odometer. In addition to that, dampness and musty odors, while those cannot indicate the excess mileage, it points to the potential leaks in the weatherstripping, windshield or the vehicle's heater core. For that reason, think twice before considering the purchase.


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Tuesday, April 1, 2008

Buy your first car in Toronto Canada

Buying a used car is always your first choice in Toronto.
Scarborotown Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ltd. is a successful "FIVE STAR" Toronto Chrysler Dodge Jeep car dealership in Toronto with over two decades worth of experience and thousands of satisfied customers.

They offer a wide selection of new, used and pre-owned vehicles suitable for various budgets and preferences. More importantly, we offer "ownership peace of mind". The polished and professional team members can converse in English, Italian, Cantonese, Mandarin, Russian, Pashto, Punjabi, Tamil, Sinhala, Urdu and Korean.

You have many options from an auto loan to a car lease. Let our experts help you make sense of the confusing world of car finance in Toronto.



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Bad credit! Don't worry! This isn't a problem. Scarborough car dealer can supply affordable car finance regardless of past bad credit history. They won't let financial problems in your past get in the way of you securing a car loan. They know how easy it is to become downcast when you've been refused car finance due to bad credit. This situation occurs through no fault of your own. You may be self-employed and so have no proof of income, or you may have no credit history at all. Often you may have simply been a little bit late paying bills. They can overcome these so-called problems also as They have great working relationships with all of their lenders they are very optimistic they can obtain car finance for you! Apply your car finance toronto today!

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Tuesday, March 18, 2008

加拿大中文网:星岛日报您的网上新闻日报


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专题报道和热点追踪,连续报道移民关心的政治、经济、文化、突发事件等各种话题。
星岛日报不仅仅是一个网上的中文报纸,更是一个北美的中文网站,主要包括了温哥华中文网多伦多中文网卡尔加里中文网,报道这三个华人最为集中的加拿大城市所发生的新闻事件和华人关心的话题。

Friday, March 14, 2008

Your home is the centre of your life.

what do you do when your life outgrows your home?
The simple, affordable solution is to add a complete storey to your bungalow the Modular way. Modular does it quickly and easily. You double your above-ground living space.

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Wednesday, March 12, 2008

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Friday, March 7, 2008

Managing the dry, itchy skin of eczema

Eczema skin careRecognize
Recognize the dry, red, itchy skin as eczema/dermatitis.

Remove
Remove known triggers such as dirt and bacteria with gentle, soap-free, non-irritating cleansers. The fragrance-free body wash gently cleanses, moisturizes and helps manage itchy, red, dry skin prone to eczema flare-up.
• Adults – Spectro Jel Sensitive Skin Cleanser
• Kids – Spectro KIDS Eczema Care Moisturizing Body Wash

Restore
Restore and protect the skin’s natural moisture barrier with moisturizing creams clinically proven to keep skin well-hydrated, keep irritants out and help soothe skin. The creams contain one of the highest levels of glycerine available in a moisturizing formulation. It works deep in the skin to maintain hydration, lock in moisture and help skin restore its natural moisture barrier. The cream should be used as often as needed to extend the time between flare-ups. It can also be used in conjunction with the Spectro EczemaCare Medicated Cream to help reduce the length of flare-up.
• Adult – Spectro EczemaCare Intense Rehydration Cream
• Kids – Spectro KIDS EczemaCare Intense Moisturizing Cream

Regulate
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Saturday, March 1, 2008

10 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR SLEEP - Sleep better in your foam mattress

stop waking up aching and tired!

A firm bed resists, rather than conforming to the natural position of your body.
Therefore, your body must constantly adjust in order to get comfortable - sometimes
as much as 60 to 80 times a night.

Sleep in your mattress...not on it!



1. Keep regular hours

2. Exercise regulary

3. Cut down on caffeine

4. Don't smoke

5. Drink in moderation

6. Unwind before bedtime

7. Don't go to bed stuffed

8. Develop a sleep ritual

9. Sleep on good foam

10. Sleep on the right firmness


More tips for healthy sleep


Tuesday, February 26, 2008

多伦多餐馆:意大利美食欣赏

意大利菜除了眾所周知的意大利薄餅、意大利意粉及意大利咖啡外,意大利菜最迷人的地方,是富於親切感。她別於法國菜的拘謹正經,故深識飲食之道的食家,特別是華人,逾來逾多人去嘗試傳統的地道意大利各式佳餚,小食及餐酒。

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Wednesday, February 20, 2008

多伦多美食:營養學未必靠譜 傳統飲食更保險

最近,營養學的理論使得在健恰可樂里加維生素、在麵包里加伽瑪3脂肪酸等眾多古怪的改良變得名正言順起來,邁克爾·波倫寫了一本書《為食物辯護》,稱這些改良後的食品是“曾經被稱作食物的有形物質”。《紐約時報》刊載了珍妮特·馬斯林的一篇文章介紹這本書,同時也厘清一下我們的被“營養學”攪得越來越混亂的頭腦。

更多健康信息请看加拿大多伦多中文网