Depreciation Reports: Buying a Condo, and What it Means for You

The Depreciation Report will prove very advantageous for both current condo owners and prospective buyers, who will now have a much clearer picture of what state the building is currently in and what kinds of costs they can…

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The Ongoing Problems of Dual Class Share Structures

The underlying tension between Telus and Mason, relates to the proposed alteration to the share structure of Telus, and the resulting elimination of the distinction between Telus shares that have a right to vote, and those that do…

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Safeguarding Business Know-How – Confidentiality and Non-Compete Clauses

A well drafted employment agreement will address issues of non-solicitation, confidentiality and non-competition, in a manner that precisely focuses on the employer’s business, which will result in an enforceable contract, and the proper protection of the employer’s confidential…

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Brazil: Simpler Company Formation is a Start

As of January 9, 2012, it will be possible to establish an Individual (Single-Member) Limited Liability Company (“EIRELI”) in Brazil, following an amendment to the Brazilian Civil Code (Law No. 12.441).  While the EIRELI represents an improvement in…

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B.C. Supreme Court Protects Solicitor-Client Privilege

The application of the Federal legislation encroaching on solicitor-client privilege has, in recent years, become a more significant issue for lawyers and their clients.  In that regard, a recent British Columbia Supreme Court decision has upheld the importance…

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New Not-for-profit Corporations Act (Canada)

Changes are on the horizon for those operating in the “not-for-profit” sector in Canada.  Although the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act (the “CNCA”) received Royal Assent on June 23, 2009, it has not yet been proclaimed into force. The…

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The Proposed Copyright Modernization Act (Canada)

The Bill seeks to balance the rights of consumers and creators in the modern age of new technology and bring Canada in line with its international obligations under the WIPO Internet Treaties. On June 2, 2010 the proposed…

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Canada introduces Anti-Spam Law

Canada has passed new Anti-Spam Bill (the “Act[1]“) which is expected to come into effect later this year and is going to affect how Canadian businesses conduct themselves in their online communications.  The Act prohibits sending commercial electronic…

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