Should I Incorporate?
Discover the pros and cons of incorporating a business in this article. Read More
When is a Gift not a Gift?
by Malte von Anrep, Q.C. We have all heard of the case of the mother who transfers her bank account into the name of herself and her daughter, Jane, so that both she and Jane have the ability to draw cheques or withdraw money from that account. The bank has the mother and her daughter […] Read More
Personal Health Information Protection Act
by Leanne E. Standryk Leanne E. Standryk provides a comprehensive look at the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA). Read More
The “After-hours” Workplace: A Holiday Word to the Wise
by Leanne E. Standryk The festive season can be a time of relaxation, fun, and refreshment. Often it is an opportunity for employers to entertain staff, and for employees to enjoy one another’s company outside the work environment. Read More
Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act: Are You in Compliance?
by Leanne E. Standryk In this article, Leanne E. Standryk delves into the specifics of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and examines legislative compliance requirements. Readers who have a general familiarity with PIPEDA will find this article particularly valuable. Read More
Probate Reviewed
by Michael A. Mann Michael A. Mann canvasses some key points in understanding probate and recent developments in the law of probate that could affect you. Read More
So, You Want to be a Landlord – A Cautionary Note
by Stanleigh E. Palka Stanleigh E. Palka examines some basic points pertaining to landlord-tenant law in Ontario. Read More
When Are Two Wills Better Than One?
The use of multiple Wills in Ontario was first recognized by the courts in Granovsky Estate v. Ontario. In that case, the testator, Phillip Granovsky, died leaving two wills. Mr. Granovsky’s “Primary Will” dealt with all of his property except for shares in the capital of certain private corporations, amounts receivable from private corporations, and […] Read More
Employment Standards Amendment Act, 2004
by Leanne E. Standryk This article by Leanne E. Standryk takes the reader through the Employment Standards Amendment Act, 2004. Read More
Sole Proprietorship Versus Incorporation
by Michael A. Mann Written by Michael A. Mann, this article identifies and explains the advantages and disadvantages of operating your business as a sole proprietorship or as a corporation. Read More