Here are some examples of property owners (OLA and non-OLA) standing up for their rights and having a successful outcome. 1. When the Province decided to change the Building Code to enforce maintenance of septic systems every five years, Elizabeth…
It is important to reflect , at this time of year, about the significant differences made by the Ontario Landowners Association (OLA). It is also important to remember that the OLA’s achievements are carried out entirely by volunteers. We have…
The OLA attends events across Ontario. We bring a wealth of experience and knowledge about how you can protect your property from trespass and harassment by government officials. We can show you how to organize your community to fight back…
The keeping of birds is a very popular hobby for many people. Pet owners and Aviculturists derive great pleasure from keeping and breeding a wide array of species. Along with the pleasure that comes from bird keeping, there is a…
So far you have had your first not-guilty court appearance, requested Disclosure in court, put the request for Disclosure on the record, requested Disclosure from the prosecution and have either filled out a form requesting Disclosure or sent a letter…
The OLA Litigation Fund will soon enter its sixth year of operation. This account was initially set up in December 2012 to help fund a charter challenge of the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) Act.…
So far you have had your first (not-guilty) court appearance, requested Disclosure in court, put it on the record, requested disclosure from the prosecution and have either filled out a form requesting Disclosure or sent a letter to the prosecutor.…
In 2017, Canadians are celebrating the 150th Anniversary of Confederation, but do Canadians fully realize the work and effort that went into the British North America Act of 1867 – or what that document actually stands for? As far back…
Every landowner in Ontario should be worried about Bill 139. In May, the provincial government tabled Bill 139, the Building Better Communities and Conserving Watersheds Act, 2017. The legislation is the culmination of several years of work at the behest…
We are hearing about initiatives that aim to improve Rural High-Speed Internet service but I’m not seeing much improvement in my rural Ottawa area. Did we miss something? Friends compare their Internet service with what is available in cottage country…
