Candice is dedicated to supporting clients on their environmental matters. Candice has a strong understanding of the interrelation between environmental issues, law, and business. Candice has experience working in ESG for a Canadian bank, as well as providing advice on environmental due diligence in transactions, and regulatory compliance for industry.
Candice’s practice is focused on environmental law. She practices environmental litigation, defends environmental prosecutions, and appeals Order to the Ontario Land Tribunal. Candice provides advice about environmental due diligence, both in transactions and in assisting her clients to understand their regulatory obligations. She assists clients in managing risks, meeting regulatory obligations, and capably addressing environmental matters.
Candice works with individuals, communities, municipalities, and corporations achieve the client’s objectives. Candice has appeared before the Ontario Land Tribunal and the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Divisional Court). Candice combines practicality and strategy to ensure a positive client experience.
Education
J.D., (Cum Laude), University of Ottawa (2024)
B.E.S. (Hons.), Environment and Business, (Graduating Dean’s Honours List) University of Waterloo (2019)
Organizations
Law Society of Ontario (LSO) – member
Ontario Bar Association (OBA) – member
Canadian Bar Association (CBA) – member
Young Women in Law (YWL) – member
Work Highlights
Representation of Property Owner in Civil Claim
Assisted a property owner bringing a civil claim involving damages associated with contamination migrating to their property, which included preparing a pre-trial brief for pre-trial and subsequent materials in advance of trial.
Representation of Producer Responsibility Organization in Civil Claim
Assisted a Producer Responsibility Organization in bringing a civil claim for enforcement under Ontario’s extended producer responsibility legislation, which included preparing affidavits in preparation for judicial review, and preparing materials in response to a motion to strike the claim.
