Update on Crowdfunding in Canada
Recently, Ontario adopted a new crowdfunding regime.
Maximizing Ponzi payback
“The best means of maximizing asset recovery in a Ponzi scheme is for the trustee or receiver to try to claw back as much money ... Continued
The definitive guide to building a successful exit team
Don Sihota is participating in a panel discussion at Vancouver’s first annual Business Transitions Forum (November 25-26, 2015). The forum addresses how to build the ... Continued
BC’s new Franchises Act – How does it affect BC franchisors?
John Rogers is the keynote speaker at our upcoming complimentary breakfast seminar to review the new BC Franchises Act, which will come into effect once ... Continued
New Guidance on Oil & Gas Abandonment Cost Disclosure
On November 5, 2015, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) published guidance for disclosure requirements for abandonment and reclamation costs respecting amendments in National Instrument 51-101 ... Continued
OSC Releases Whistleblower Policy for Comment
On October 28, 2015, the Ontario Securities Commission (“OSC”) published proposed OSC Policy 15-601 Whistleblower Program (the Policy), which describes a whistleblower program that is ... Continued
What happens if a gift made in a will can’t take effect?
In drafting a will, it is important to consider how future events may impact an estate plan. The concepts of lapse and ademption are two ... Continued
New Guidance on Oil & Gas Abandonment Cost Disclosure
On November 5, 2015, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) published guidance for disclosure requirements for abandonment and reclamation costs respecting amendments in National Instrument 51-101 ... Continued
Canadian National Securities Project Takes Step Forward
In Canada, unlike the United States and most western economies that have a robust stock market, securities law is regulated solely by the provinces and ... Continued
OSC Releases Whistleblower Policy for Comment
On October 28, 2015, the Ontario Securities Commission (“OSC”) published proposed OSC Policy 15-601 Whistleblower Program (the Policy), which describes a whistleblower program that is ... Continued
Implementation of Trademarks Act amendments pushed back to 2018
Since the Canadian Government announced massive changes to the Canadian Trademarks Act (the “Act”) in 2014, practitioners and other stakeholders in the trademark space have ... Continued
What does an entrepreneur need to know about making a charitable donation?
Proper planning can maximize the charitable gifts made by entrepreneurs.