Legal Articles And Insights

Common-Law Property Division

Understand common-law property division, your asset rights, and legal strategies in Ontario. Dive deeper to safeguard your interests.

Bars To Divorce

Bars to Divorce

Courts must check for barriers like collusion before approving a divorce and can deny it, but may allow it if it serves the public interest.

Executed Services

Executed Services

Sometimes, the best option for appointing an executor or a power of attorney is to name a professional such as an accountant, a bank,…

Real Clients

Real Clients, Real Questions

Frequently Asked Question Why Do I Need A Will? In a case ofΒ dying without a Will, your money may not automatically go to the…

Passing Of Accounts Estates

Passing Of Accounts

A dependant’s relief claim under Part V of the Succession Law Reform Act (β€œSLRA”), is one legislative limitation on testamentary autonomy. The SLRA imposes on obligation that requires a testator to provide adequate provision for their depedants.

Dependant Support Applications

Dependant Support Applications

A dependant’s relief claim under Part V of the Succession Law Reform Act (β€œSLRA”), is one legislative limitation on testamentary autonomy. The SLRA imposes on obligation that requires a testator to provide adequate provision for their depedants.

Prenup Agreement

Prenup Agreements in Ontario

Amount of child support in Ontario is calculated based on a specific set of guidelines and tables, often referred to as table child support.

Child Custody

Child Custody

Child custody in Ontario has now been replaced by decision-making responsibility. Want to know more about child custody?

Child Support

Child Support In Ontario

Amount of child support in Ontario is calculated based on a specific set of guidelines and tables, often referred to as table child support.

Types of Trusts

Types of Trusts Explained

A trust is a legal relationship in which a person or legal organization is entrusted with the legal title to property and is obligated to hold and utilise it for the benefit of another.

Social Media Marketing Law

Social Media Marketing Law

What is Social Media Marketing? Universal engagement on social media has exploded on mediums like Instagram and TikTok, which has been innovatively leveraged by…

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Financial Abuse and Divorce

Financial abuse is a form of domestic violence. If you or someone you love is a victim, this article provides valuable information and resources for you.

Common Law inheritance

Inheritance Rights

Part 1: β€œWhat is the Best Way to Protect my spouse?” The best, and likely the least expensive, way to provide for your loved…

Should I Become a Co Borrower and Co Owner to Help My Child Qualify for Financing 1

Should I Become a Co-Borrower and Co-Owner to Help My Child Qualify for Financing?

As the price of real estate continues to steadily rise in Ontario and as mortgage qualification rules continue to become more restrictive, an increasing population finds themselves unable to purchase a home without assistance from loved ones. In order to satisfy lenders who are ever sensitive to the risk of default, many parents choose to add themselves as a co-borrower and co-owner to diffuse the risk for the lender.

Inadmissibility to Canada

Inadmissibility to Canada

Inadmissibility to Canada is one of the most frequent issues that immigration lawyers encounter with their clients.

Stay Of Removal

Stay of Removal

Inadmissibility to Canada is one of the most frequent issues that immigration lawyers encounter with their clients.

Succession Planning

Succession Lawyers

Succession planning touches on many areas of law: corporate commercial, employment agreements, corporate re-organizations, Tax & estate planning, and more.

Selling a house

Selling A House

Residential Real Estate transaction goes smoother with a help of Lawyer when you’re buying or selling your home for this major life milestone.

Residential Real Estate Lawyers

Buying A House

Buying A House Article Outline Your down payment and other expenses Preparing your finances for a home purchase Getting mortgage pre-approval First-time home buyer…

Tax Law

Tax Law

Tax Law is in demand. We now have a tax lawyer on our team with 20 years of industry experience to help you minimize the impact of tax. Contact us today.

Response to Procedural Fairness Letter

Authorization to Return To Canada

Authorization to Return to Canada (ARC) is required when you have received a removal order from Canada and you would like to return. Learn more about ARC.

A Step by Step Guide of How to Deal with Court over Zoom

How to Deal with Court over Zoom?

Internet based court is becoming more and more effective as the pandemic wears on. This is a step-by-step guide of how to deal with court over Zoom.

Refugee Appeal Division

Refugee Appeal Division (RAD)

Refugee Appeal Division (RAD) is a part of the Immigration and Refugee Board and It’s responsible for hearing immigration appeals.

Residential Real Estate

Residential Real Estate

Residential Real Estate transaction goes smoother with a help of Lawyer when you’re buying or selling your home for this major life milestone.

Power Of Attorney In Ontario

Power Of Attorney In Ontario

Power of Attorney In Ontario is a legal document that appoints a person to step into your shoes and act on your behalf if you are unable.

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence and Family Law

Domestic Abuse goes beyond physical, and can have dangerous and damaging effects on its victims. A family law lawyer can help you when you are ready to leave.

Steps To Take When Co Parents Disagree

When Co-Parents Disagree on Covid Vaccine

With the Ontario government’s aggressive rollout program to administer covid-19 vaccines to every Ontario resident ages 12 years and older, co-parents are faced with an interesting family law issue when it comes to vaccinating their children against covid-19.

Family Business Enterprise

Family Enterprise

Family Enterprise Specialists are people who can focus on the unique needs and skills of your family and family-oriented business while helping your family…

Foreign Executors

Foreign Executors

I am a Foreign Executor What is Resealing? I want to name a foreign Executor I am a Foreign Executor Sometimes an Ontario resident…

Divorce Lawyer

The Best Divorce Lawyer In Ontario

Harvey Specter and The Lincoln Lawyer are fairy tales. As entertaining as they are, divorce lawyers like them don’t really exist… at least until…

Residential Real Estate

Bienes RaΓ­ces Residenciales

Residential Real Estate transaction goes smoother with a help of Lawyer when you’re buying or selling your home for this major life milestone.

Commercial Real Estate Lawyers

Commercial Real Estate Lawyers

Commercial Real Estate Lawyers at Hummingbird Lawyers LLP offer services to help investors, business owners and developers solutions for their business.

Immigration Appeal Division

Immigration Appeal Division

Immigration Appeal Division is a part of the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB), and is responsible for hearing immigration appeals.

Shareholders Agreement

Shareholders Agreement

A business without a clear vision and framework is doomed to fail. Regardless of the nature of the business, shareholders agreements form an important…

FAQ Shareholders Agreement

FAQ On Shareholders Agreement

What Is A Shareholders Agreement? If I Am The Sole Director And Sole Shareholder Of My Company, Do I Need An Agreement? My Company…

DRAFTING SHAREHOLDER AGREEMENTS

Drafting Shareholder Agreements

While no government statutes state that a Shareholder Agreement is necessary for your business or company, it can be extremely crucial to have one…

Business Formation

Business Formation

Through many aspects, business formation impacts how your business will function, operate and be taxed. Creating a legal structure behind your endeavour is one…

EMPLOYMENT FAQS DURING COVID 19

EMPLOYMENT FAQ DURING COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges and uncertainties for employers around the globe. To help you navigate through the challenges posed by the…

Discrimination In A Job Interview

Discrimination In A Job Interview

Keeping Interviews Kosher; A Note On Discrimination During Interviews For Employers & Job-Seekers From perfecting your resume and cover letter to deciding how to…

Technology Law Services

Technology Law

Technology and Innovation are key foundations of the modern economy. With Moore’s Law in full swing, the prominence of artificial intelligence and everything being…

WORKPLACE INVESTIGATIONS TRAINING

Workplace Investigations & Training

Workplace investigations are an important process when it comes to alleged misconduct in the workplace – and conducting a proper investigation can make all…

the little black book of purchase and sale

The Little Black Book of Purchase and Sale

The Little Black Book of Purchase and Sale is a free, downloadable resource put together by the Hummingbird team to bring you the answers to your frequently asked questions.

The Little Black Book Of Divorce

The Little Black Book Of Divorce

The Little Black Book of Divorce is a collection of frequently asked questions along with their answers from family lawyers to help clients to…

Little Black Book of easements

The Little Black Book Of Easements

The Little Black Book of Easements is a collection of frequently asked questions along with their answers to help clients understand easements better. Andrew…

The Little Black Book Of Employment

The Little Black Book Of Employment

The Little Black Book of Employment is a collection of frequently asked questions and informative answers about employees, contractors and their rights. The Little…

The Little Black Book Of Probate

The Little Black Book Of Probate

The Little Black Book of Probate is a collection of frequently asked questions along with their answers to help clients understand the process of…

The little Black Book Of Talent Agency

The Little Black Book Of Talent Agency

The Little Black Book of Talent Agency is a collection of frequently asked questions from young actors in Ontario about interactions with talent agencies….

Power of Attorney For Personal Care

POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL CARE

Commonly Asked Questions about Power of Attorney For Personal Care (Medical). Is a Power of Attorney the same thing as a β€œLiving Will”? What…

Virtual Estate Planning

Hummingbird Virtual Estate Planning

What is Hummingbird Virtual Estate Planning? What will I need? How does this service work? How do I get started? What is Hummingbird Virtual…

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Probate, Dying in Ontario

Probate, executor of a Will, executor of estate, probate tax in Ontario; All about dying in Ontario by a probate lawyer.

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Estate Litigation

Estate Administration refers to the individual(s) who is responsible for collection of the estate details and managing the finances.

Estate Administration

Estate Administration

Estate Administration refers to the process of collecting the entire estate, paying off the debts of the estate and then paying the beneficiaries. This…

Removing An Estate Trustee

Removing An Estate Trustee

An estate trustee, or an executor, can be named in a Will or can be appointed by the Court. There are times, however, when…

Estate Planning Lawyer Toronto

Estate Planning

Estate planning is the process of planning how one’s estate will be distributed and managed after their death or when the individual becomes incapacitated….

Wills Lawyer

WILLS & ESTATES

Our Full Suite of Wills & Estates Services There are three major departments within the practice of wills & estates; estate planning, estate administration…

Permanent Residence Applications on Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds HC Applications

Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds

Before you apply to permanent residence on the base of humanitarian and compassionate grounds ask yourself the following questions: Have you been living &…

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BIENES RAÍCES

Real Estate Lawyers’ Page In English Nuestro equipo de derecho inmobiliario entiende que las transacciones de propiedad – especialmente en Toronto – merece una…

Temporary Resident Permit

Temporary Resident Permit (TRP)

What Is a Temporary Resident Permit and Who Would Need One? What You Need for a Temporary Resident Permit application Can I Apply For…

request for reconsideration

Admissibility Hearing

What is an Admissibility Hearing? What is the IRB? When Would You Need an Admissibility Hearing? What Happens At An Admissibility Hearing? What Happens…

Procedural Fairness Letter

Procedural Fairness Letter

What is a procedural fairness letter? What Can Go Wrong With An IRCC Application? Examples of successful responses to procedural fairness letters Other Situations…

request for reconsideration

Request For Reconsideration

When Is A REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATIONΒ A Good Option? What is a request for reconsideration? We Want to Help When Is A REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATIONΒ A…

Immigration Lawyer Toronto

IMMIGRATION LAWYER

Immigrants are the backbone of Canadian society. Millions have made Canada their home, and each person undertook their own journey and has their own…

Child Support Calculator

Child Support Calculator

Child Support Calculator Helps Determines The Amount Of Child Support To Be Paid, Based On Income And The Number Of Children In The Family.

real estate lawyer Toronto

REAL ESTATE LAWYER

PΓ‘gina Web de Bienes RaΓ­ces en EspaΓ±ol Our Real EstateΒ Lawyers and clerks appreciate that your property transaction deserves focus, attention, detail, forethought, guidance and…

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Why Immigration?

Every year around this time, my mom reminds me that October is the anniversary of when we arrived in Canada. It was 1986, I…

Temporary Resident Visa

Temporary Residence Visas

There is a lot of variety when it comes to immigration opportunities to come to Canada. One of the most important distinctions is that…

Land Transfer Tax Calculator

Land Transfer Tax Calculator

What Is A Land Transfer Tax? There are many costs when you’re buying a home. The most overlooked is the Land Transfer Tax (LTT)….

Estate Administration Tax Calculator

Estate Administration Tax Calculator

To determine the estate administration tax to be paid, please enter the estate value below. Calculate Please enter a valid amount. What Is Estate…

real estate lawyer Toronto

REAL ESTATE LAWYER

Real Estate Lawyer Toronto team provides Transactions, Lease, Purchase, Sale of Condos, and much more. Call today: 905.731.1911

Divorce Lawyer Toronto

Divorce LAWYER

Family law in Canada deals with a wide range of legal issues that impact families and relationships. It is a complex field that covers…

Family Lawyer Toronto

FAMILY LAWYER

Family Law Family law in Canada deals with a wide range of legal issues that impact families and relationships. It is a complex field…

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CIVIL LITIGATION

Full Suite Civil Litigation Services Hummingbird Lawyers LLP provides our clients with a full range of experience, skill and expertise in civil and commercial…

Entertainment Lawyer Toronto Canada

ENTERTAINMENT LAW

Entertainment Lawyers Toronto Careers in the entertainment industry are as diverse as its employee base and that’s why you need an entertainment lawyer in…

Business Lawyer Toronto Corporate Lawyers Toronto

BUSINESS & CORPORATE

Looking For A Business Lawyer? Are you looking for a corporate law firm to provide legal services? Perhaps you are looking for legal advice…

Employment lawyer Toronto

EMPLOYMENT LAWYER

Losing your job can be emotionally and financially traumatic. Why Use Employment Lawyers Toronto At Hummingbird Lawyers LLP we work with you to ensure…

corporate wills lawyer Toronto

Corporate Will

What Is A Corporate Will? Things to keep in mind What Is A Corporate Will? A corporate will (also known as secondary will) is…

Last Will and Testament Wills

Your Last Will and Testament

What Is A Last Will And Testament? Just How Important Is A Will? Dying Without A Will What About Your Children? Things To Keep…

Financing and Investor Agreement

Financing and Investor Agreement

Financing and Investor Agreement is drafted and negotiated with a focus on protecting an investor’s assets, the investment itself and the intellectual property of…

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Personal Legal Services & Counsel

Our experienced roster can assist you in any personal legal matter that you face. From settling an estate, to representing your case, Hummingbird can be there.

Corporate Legal Services Counsel CLaaS

Corporate Legal Services & Counsel

Hummingbird Law can be your legal counsel in the corporate realm, whether you are signing your first commercial property, or looking to protect your company’s assets.

Wrongful Dismissal

Wrongful Dismissal

What You Need To Know About Wrongful Dismissal What Is Wrongful Dismissal? What if the employer fails to provide notice or termination pay? What…

Bill 148

Bill 148

Ontario’s government has enacted a new Bill, as of January 1, 2018, and spanning to January 2019, to overhaul rules in the workplace, create…

Lending and Borrowing

Lending and Borrowing

Lending and borrowingΒ transactions in real estates can be risky without knowing all the details. Contacting legal counsel to help oversee finances can be a…

Artist Incorporation

Artist Incorporation And Organization

Should You Incorporate Yourself as an Artist? For artists, there are many appealing aspects to being self-employed. Many creative people have made a career…

agreement of purchase and sale

Agreement of purchase and sale

Acuerdo de Compra y Venta en EspaΓ±ol What Is An Agreement Of Purchase And Sale? What is included in anΒ Agreement OfΒ  Purchase and Sale…

agreement of purchase and sale

Acuerdo De Compra y Venta

Agreement Of Purchase And Sales In English ΒΏQuΓ© es un Acuerdo de Compra y Venta? ΒΏQuΓ© es un Acuerdo de Compra y Venta? ΒΏQuΓ©…

New Minimum Wage In Ontario

New Minimum Wage In Ontario

The new year brought in several changes in the province of Ontario, one of the most talked about is the coming changes to minimum…

Title Dispute

Title Dispute

What is a Title Dispute? Title disputes arise when there is a disagreement over who owns a specific property, and the amount of land…

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Mortgage Fraud

What is Mortgage Fraud? Examples of how mortgage fraud can happen How you can protect yourself from mortgage fraud What is Mortgage Fraud? Mortgage…

Appeals

Appeals

To put it simply, appellate law is law pertaining to the appeal of a court’s or judicial decision on a legal case. Essentially, it…

Contract and Commercial Litigation

Contract and Commercial Litigation

At Hummingbird Lawyers LLP, by having both real estate and litigation departments, we are able to combine forces to provide a focused practice area of real property litigation.Β 

Lease Disputes

Real Estate and Real Property Litigation

At Hummingbird Lawyers LLP, by having both real estate and litigation departments, we are able to combine forces to provide a focused practice area of real property litigation.Β 

Lease Disputes

Commercial Lease Dispute

What are Commercial Lease Disputes? The rights and obligations Things To Keep In Mind About Commercial Lease Disputes What are Commercial Lease Disputes? After…

Lawyer For Employers Toronto

Lawyers For Employers

We understand the responsibilities of running your business, and we know that one of the most important roles you have, is to protect and…

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Employment Contract

What exactly is an employment contract? What do you need to know when signing your Employment Contract? Things to keep in mind What exactly…

Workplace Harassment And Bullying

Workplace Harassment And Bullying

What Defines Workplace Harassment And Bullying? Workplace Harassment And Bullying as a legal matter The effects of Workplace Harassment And Bullying What Defines Workplace…

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Layoff in the times of COVID-19

Constructive dismissal occurs when an employee has made the decision to leave their employment because their employer has unilaterally made fundamental changes to the…

Severance Pay

Termination Pay

Termination Pay In Ontario SeveranceΒ Package,Β Things To Keep In Mind Termination Pay In Ontario Before you sign… If you have recentlyΒ retired, or beenΒ laid off, then…

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

Employment Agreement

Employment Agreement, Do I need one? Why Is an Employment Agreement So Important? How Can An Employment Lawyer Help With an Employment Agreement? Employment…

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Why can’t we all just get along?

Being a recent import to the Ontario Bar from Nova Scotia, one of the most substantial changes andΒ challenges that I have encountered is the…

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Amendments to the Construction Lien Act

This week I had the pleasure of attending the Toronto Construction Association’s seminar on Bill 142 – Amendments to the Construction Lien Act (Legislative…

CANNABIS ACT

Cannabis Act And Weed At Work

Cannabis Act, Will It Ever Be Permitted To Have Weed At Work? With the new Cannabis Act of Bill C-45, Canada will see all…

Executor Of Will

Executor Of Will

Executor Of Will; The Time Of The Mourning Is Overwhelming. Laying Out Tasks Make Things easier And Certainly Less Stressful.

selling the matrimonial home in Toronto ontario

Selling The Matrimonial Home In Ontario

Selling The Matrimonial Home In Toronto’s Steep Housing Market The shock factor of Toronto’s real estate market is dying down as the average price…

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Help I’ve been fired!

What are your obligations and rights when getting fired? This article by our Toronto employment lawyer is a must read if you’ve been fired.

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Understanding the Power of Attorney

Understanding the Power of Attorney Video Interview of Amy MacAlpine with Randy Holt from Investors Group If you’re looking for skilled and experienced lawyers…

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Understanding Probate

Understanding Probate Video Interview of Amy MacAlpine with Randy Holt from Investors Group Amy MacAlpine, head of Wills and Estates at Hummingbird Lawyers LLP…

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Buying A House With A Boyfriend

Living together (cohabitation) is not always an antecedent to marriage. But buying a house with a boyfriend differs from sharing a basement apartment with…

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The Impact of Wills on Marriage

The Impact of Wills on Marriage Video Interview of Amy MacAlpine with Randy Holt from Investors Group Amy MacAlpine, head of Wills and Estates…

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Residential Tenancies Act 2006

From its purpose, applications, exemptions, and more. The Residential Tenancies Act is the most important Act for landlords and tenants to understand to know…

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New Development Condominiums

If you have purchased a new development condominium in Ontario and are awaiting β€œclosing”, you should be aware that new development condos have two…

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What Is Supplementary Tax Bill?

Purchasing a newly constructed residential home or condominium can be exciting.Β  However, when it comes to property taxes, new homeowners may often get taken…

health and safety

Are You Protected in the Workplace?

Over the past decade, several provinces have installed legislation requiring private employers to address issues of employee safety in circumstances in which they work…

REFUSING TO VACCINATE A Child

Parents Refusing Vaccines

Can Parents Refusing Vaccines from their children be criminally liable? With all the recent controversy about vaccinations, I have been asked a very common…

Assisted Suicide Euthanasia

Assisted Suicide Ruling In Canada

Euthanasia in Canada The Supreme Court of Canada has unanimously ruled that the Criminal Code provision against aiding and abetting someone to commit suicide,…

Do I really Need A Will

Do I Really Need A Will?

Reasons Why You Need To Have A Last Will And Testament Common-law spouses do not have property rights and they will not inherit under…

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Live and Let’s Deduct

Written By: Mariann Karageorgievski, J.D. candidate 2015 As we emerge from the long, bitter winter and welcome the long awaited summer sun, we are…

Your License to Day Care

Your License to Day Care

If you are currently running, or plan to run, a daycare out of your home, you must comply with a number of requirements held…

The Hidden Condo Clause

The Hidden Condo Clause

The pursuit of finding a rental unit is a treacherous feat, driven by a desire to find a great location with adequate living space…

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Family Violence

Family violence still happens and there are implications of criminal faw in a family law context. It can impact on the divorce process.

CASL

CASL – Anti-Spam Legislation

On July 1st, 2014, the Government of Canada is putting into effect a new Anti-Spam Legislation(aka CASL). This will affect everyone in a corporate…

EQUITY OF REDEMPTION

The Mortgagor’s Equity of Redemption

A mortgage security represents various things to various people, depending on their economic circumstances and their particular wants and needs.Β  A mortgage may represent…

Just Cause Dismissal of Employees

Dismissal of Employees

Some Considerations Surrounding Just Cause Dismissal of Employees Just Cause, General Principles Typically, there is a requirement for reasonable notice for termination under the Employment…

In Terrorem Clauses in Wills

In Terrorem Clauses in Wills

Some Considerations Concerning In Terrorem Clauses in Wills A condition surrounding a legacy in a will may be found to be void, and the…

matrimonial home

Matrimonial Home

To Gift or To Loan Money For A Matrimonial Home, that is the Question As is customary among families, parents want the best for…

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Network

Hummingbird has created an extensive real-world network among our clients, partners, suppliers, and our extended strategic family.

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Alternative Billing

we understand risk well and can formulate pricing plans and financing options that match almost any of our clients’ financial needs.

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Cloud

Everyone who is a part of Hummingbird benefits from the latest technology to access essential documents and communicate on important matters.