Isn’t Uber Green Enough?
This article examines the legal issues of car share service Uber, in Vancouver.
Stricter Enforcement Regime Planned for Non-Resident Buyers of Australian Homes – A Precursor to What Might Happen in Canada
The Australian government is to introduce stricter enforcement of the rules controlling non-residents' purchases of residential property. Is this a precursor of what might happen in Canada.
US Limited Liability Limited Partnerships (“LLLPs”)
This article addresses the question of characterization of US LLLP, by setting out the principles that it would rely on, to make that characterization.
New Canada-New Zealand Double Tax Treaty – Good For Investors
The new double tax agreement between New Zealand and Canada is set to facilitate investment and trade between the two nations
B.C. Society Act Revamp
The British Colombia Society Act, which dates back to 1977 and not being substantially revised since then, is undergoing a comprehensive overhaul, following the bill receiving Royal ascend on May 14th, 2015.
The Value of a Shareholder’s Agreement
A well devised Shareholder’s Agreement is one tool that can create a road map, setting out options for dealing with unexpected interactions between shareholders.
Is Your Family Business Prepared for Succession?
Business owners should take cognizance of the fact that succession planning should be considered in a proactive and earlier stage. Often, small business owners do not look far enough forward because they are reluctant to come to terms…
Corrupt Capital and the UK Property Market – Lessons for Vancouver?
There is much speculation, although little hard evidence, of the influence of corrupt capital on the Vancouver real estate market generally, and on the escalation of Vancouver housing prices, in particular. It is interesting, and perhaps educative, to…
Your Estate Plan and the New Tax Rules
Following amendments proposed to the Income Tax Act (Canada) to become effective on January 1st 2016, certain trusts will now be taxed at the top marginal tax rate rather than the lower graduated tax rates that some trusts…