January - 2016

Why it Matters is a semi-regular blog post from Sandquist Law & Construction Project Consulting that mentions or discusses certain legal developments or recent case law, news articles and how they might affect the construction, real estate and oil & gas industries, or other general topics that readers might find interesting, ranging from a landmark Supreme Court of Canada decision to a new wine or beer that the writer has tried and would recommend to try for a barbecue. In no way is any post legal advice, nor should it be relied on by any party. Posts are for information purposes only and a full investigation of the facts and law applicable to any situation you may have experienced, be related to or be curious about would be necessary to determine if any of the below information or case law could be applicable to you.

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Tough Employment Decisions & The Real Costs: Critical Information For Determining The Real Costs

I recently read an article that discusses Suncor’s operations and some choices it has made to continue with certain capital programs. The article can be found here: http://seekingalpha.com/article/3335975-suncor-energy-revisited?ifp=0 and gives a strong nod to the Suncor management for making what, at first glance, appears to be a risky decision. The writer goes on to explain how it is an excellent, long term, calculated approach from Suncor. Now, to shift thinking, consider