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JONES DesLauriers Blevins (JDB) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Maple Leaf Angels Corporation (MLA) and MLA48, MLA’s angel investment fund. MLA, a network of experienced entrepreneurs and investors, offers coaching, mentorship, networking opportunities and access to capital for seed and early-stage technology companies in the information, communication and entertainment sector. MLA48 is [...]

Many employers haven't yet figured out how they are going to respond. Some have indicated they will absorb the cost, some will make voluntary plans mandatory and waive waiting periods, while others have said they will eliminate or reduce other benefits to stay cost neutral and potentially hire fewer employees going forward. Others are looking [...]

ORPP or CPP? On October 19, 2015, Canada elected a majority Liberal federal government. The Liberal Party indicated during the election campaign that it would be prepared to consult with the provinces about expanding the Canada Pension Plan (“CPP”). While the Ontario government has announced implementation details for the Ontario Retirement Pension Plan (“ORPP”), it has [...]

In an effort to support our local community, this year JONES DesLauriers Blevins donated a portion of the funds donated by staff each week to “dress down” on Fridays to Buddy Bench. A member of our team with young children suggested the charity with the below reasoning, how could we not support this great local [...]