Canadian Trademarks: Year in Review 2017
Incredibly, the significant amendments passed in 2014 to the Trade‑\marks Act, R.S.C. 1985, c. T–13 (the “Act”) and the anticipated corresponding amendments to the Trademarks ... Continued
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Incredibly, the significant amendments passed in 2014 to the Trade‑\marks Act, R.S.C. 1985, c. T–13 (the “Act”) and the anticipated corresponding amendments to the Trademarks ... Continued
Updated April 24, 2018 to reflect 0.5% tax rate for British Columbians who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents (and not members of a satellite ... Continued
In a recent article on our Estates & Trusts Blog, we considered what constitutes a spousal relationship under section 2 of B.C.’s Wills Estate and ... Continued
A successful litigant is typically entitled to their costs as against the unsuccessful party. However, many litigants are surprised to learn that a costs award in the usual ... Continued
If you are selling your business, you have two choices on how to market your business for sale. You can try to sell it yourself ... Continued
Under B.C.’s Wills Estate and Succession Act, SBC 2009, c 13 (“WESA”), a spouse has an interest in a deceased’s estate if the deceased dies ... Continued
Updated and corrected February 21, 2018 as to Exemptions Changes to the Province’s Property Transfer Tax system have been some of the most highly anticipated ... Continued
In its 30-Point Plan for Housing Affordability in British Columbia, the provincial government plans to introduce a new speculation tax on residential property, as part ... Continued
In an effort to close information gaps, increase transparency and strengthen enforcement in the real estate sector, the Province announced today that it will require ... Continued
In its fiscal plan for 2018/2019 announced this afternoon, the British Columbia Government has announced a 30 point plan for a “Fairer Housing Market”. The ... Continued
In addition to the changes resulting from the release of the BC Budget, the City of Vancouver recently implemented an annual tax on empty or ... Continued
As a part of the 2018 Budget, the Provincial Government has unveiled a 30-Point Plan for a Fairer Housing Market which include certain initiatives the ... Continued