Question 1

It is prudent, but not mandatory, for private parties to consult with aboriginal people affected by a project before commencing the project.

Accepted Answer

While not legally mandatory in all jurisdictions, consulting with aboriginal people affected by a project is considered prudent and respectful. It can help in identifying potential impacts on indigenous rights and interests, and in some cases, it is encouraged or required by law or policy to foster good relations and avoid conflicts.

Question 2

If an owner wants to contract with an aboriginal contractor, but the contractor cannot get bonded, what precaution might the owner take to reduce the harm associated with default by that contractor?

Accepted Answer

The owner could insist on an increased holdback.

Question 3

Because the securities guidelines issued by the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) do not create a cause of action for inadequate reporting, they are not relevant when claims of misrepresentation are made.

Accepted Answer

The securities guidelines issued by the CSA, while not directly creating a cause of action, are relevant in establishing the standards and expectations for reporting. They can be used to assess whether a company's disclosures meet the required legal standards, thereby influencing claims of misrepresentation.

Question 4

In the context of securities regulation, what is the purpose of a prospectus?

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Question 5

An organization will not likely be liable for disclosure of personal information if that information is already publicly available.

Accepted Answer

If personal information is already publicly available, an organization typically is not liable for its disclosure because there is no expectation of privacy for information that is already in the public domain.

Question 6

Why is privacy legislation important for protecting citizens from misuse of their private information?

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

What must an organization do before collecting personal information?

Accepted Answer

The duties set out in A and B are important, but are only done after the information has been collected. It is important that the purpose for collecting the information be identified at the outset (i.e. the organization cannot collect a large amount of information and then look for justifications later).

Question 8

Clicking "I agree"when making a purchase on an e-commerce website normally leads to formation of a legally enforceable contract.

Accepted Answer

Clicking "I agree" during an online purchase typically signifies acceptance of the terms and conditions presented by the e-commerce website, forming a legally enforceable contract between the buyer and the seller.

Question 9

Why are jurisdictional issues particularly relevant in Internet law?

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Which legal right might cyber-squatting infringe?

Accepted Answer

If a company other than ABC Insurance uses www.ABCinsurance.com to sell insurance, consumers would likely be misled as to whom they are dealing with. A trademark gives the holder the exclusive right to use the mark in marketing the goods or services covered by the mark.

Quiz 13: Aboriginal Law, Securities Law, Internet Law and Privacy Law