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A Will For Canadian Property And Foreign Property

If a client has Canadian property and assets in a foreign jurisdiction, it is recommended that they consult with a lawyer in the jurisdiction where they hold those foreign assets.

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Careful With Your Contract: Realtor Keeps Commission Despite No Closing

Despite the realtor owing the defendants a fiduciary duty after executing the contracts, the Supreme Court of British Columbia found that no such duty exists in regard to the negotiation of the contracts themselves.

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The Canadian Securities Administrators Announce New Prospectus Exemption

The Canadian Securities Administrators have approved amendments to National Instrument 45-106 - Prospectus Exemptions, to introduce the new “Listed Issuer Financing Exemption” for companies listed on a Canadian stock exchange.

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Intellectual Property – What All Companies Should Know

All companies should know about the categories of intellectual property, with the main categories including Patents, Trademarks, Copyright, Industrial Designs, Trade Secrets, Integrated Circuit Topographies, and Plant Breeder’s Rights.

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Amendments To The Canada Business Corporations Act Impact Public Companies

The Canada Business Corporations Act (“CBCA”) was amended effective August 31, 2022 to require shareholders of a public company governed by such legislation to vote “for” or “against” directors at annual meetings of shareholders.

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Should I Draft A Letter Of Wishes To My Estate Trustee?

When a Trust is established, through a Will or otherwise, it is usually recommended for the Will maker or Settlor to provide the trustees of the Trust with a Letter of Wishes with regard to the administration of the Trust and how they would like things to be handled.

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So You Want to Go Public?

Deciding to become a publicly traded company is an extremely important decision that must be carefully considered by management of a company.

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Estate Planning and Charitable Gifts

Leaving a charitable donation in your Will can be a wonderful way to benefit a charity that has meant a great deal to you during your lifetime.

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Planning On Selling Your Business? Prepare To Be Scrutinized!

Anyone who is contemplating selling their business should start the planning process early in order to maximize the value that a third party will pay.

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Attention Employers: It May Become Easier for Your Employees to Unionize

Currently in British Columbia there is a two-step process to certify a bargaining unit. A union must first get 45% of workers at a job site to sign membership cards, and once that threshold is reached, workers must then restate their preference for a union through an additional vote.

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