Canada’s New Transparency Register Reporting Requirements
By Alexandra Madden Since June 2019, most corporations incorporated under the Canada Business Corporations Act (the “Act”) have been required to maintain a register of ... Continued
Using Shareholders’ Agreements to Avoid Deadlock in Family Enterprises
1. Shareholders’ Agreements 101 The shareholders of a company are its owners, holding basic rights such as appointing directors and sharing in the company’s profits. ... Continued
Ensuring Continuity of Family Vision & Values in the Family Enterprise
1. Family Business Philosophy Every family has their own vision, values, and business philosophy. However, putting this vision and philosophy into practice in the family ... Continued
Clark Wilson Recognized as One of Canada’s Best Law Firms in 2024 by The Globe and Mail
Clark Wilson has been recognized again on The Globe and Mail’s annual list of Canada’s best law firms. Our firm was recommended in the area ... Continued
My Ex is Alienating Our Child From Me: What Are My Options?
By Aleisha Zanic When a couple decides to separate or divorce, it’s a difficult decision that can quickly become emotionally charged – especially when there ... Continued
Proposed Legislation to Provide Builders with Transparency and Cost Certainty Upfront
By Sarah Jones and Harman Kang On November 7, 2023, the Government of British Columbia proposed legislation aimed at providing builders and municipalities with a ... Continued
New Employment-Related Laws For 2024
Workers Compensation Amendment Act (Bill 41) This legislation creates further obligations for workers and employers From January 1, 2024. S154(2): Duty to Cooperate – workers ... Continued
Proposed Changes to Eliminate Zoning Barriers and Increase Small-Scale, Multi-Unit Housing
By Sarah Jones and Harman Kang On November 1, 2023, the Government of British Columbia proposed legislation that will amend zoning rules to reduce red ... Continued
Employers Take Note: Pay Transparency Act Takes Effect
Pursuant to the new Pay Transparency Act, as of this week on November 1, 2023, employers in BC are subject to certain posting and reporting ... Continued
Update on the Ability to Clear Liens and CPLs from Title
By Rosalie A. Clark We have previously provided you with reports of our successful argument that section 24 of the Builders Lien Act, S.B.C. 1997, ... Continued
Estate Freezes: An Opportunity for your Family Business?
By Areet Kaila and Hannah Solmon Tax planning and family business succession are concepts that often go hand in hand. When owners of a family ... Continued
Putting the Success in Succession: How Proposed Amendments Related to Bill C-208 Could Impact Your Family Business Transfer
By Adrienne Adams, St.John McCloskey, Areet Kaila, and Harman Kang Bill C-208, a private member’s bill that sought to amend the Income Tax Act (the ... Continued