Retail Investors to be Eligible for Proposed Prospectus Exemption
Retail investors are to be eligible for proposed prospectus exemption.
Alberta Court of Appeal Explores Boundary Between Faulty Workmanship and Resulting Damage
In the recent case of Ledcor Construction Limited v. Northbridge Indemnity Insurance Company, the Alberta Court of Appeal was asked to decide whether a construction ... Continued
Beware When “Going Dark” In The United States
On April 22, 2015, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) charged W2007 Grace Acquisition I Inc., a real estate investment firm, with failing to make ... Continued
Does a Person with a Medical Condition Affecting His Mind Have the Mental Capacity to Make a Will?
Recent case summarizes principles for determining whether a person has sufficient mental capacity to make a valid will.
Court Removes “Ill-Mannered” Administrator, Sanctions Him With Special Costs
A court can remove an administrator if necessary for the welfare of the beneficiaries of the estate.
8 Things You Should Know About TFSA and RRSP Designations
Beneficiary designations on your TFSA and RRSP have a few options that you may not be aware of.
The Importance of Keeping Your Will Current
Recent case varies will with handwritten comments on it.
Donations of Private Company Shares
The budget proposed changes to extend capital gains tax exemptions where the proceeds from the sale of private company shares and real estate are donated to charity
Compulsory Capacity Assessments in British Columbia
Remarkable advancements in medical care over the past decades have significantly increased the life expectancy of Canadians. However, with this increase in longevity come the ... Continued
Charitable Gifts Involving Private Company Shares or Real Estate
Proposed amendment to ITA in 2015 budget affects registered charities and donors.
Private Equity and Cautious Optimism
Lexpert article quoted a statistic that by September 30, 2014, investors had disclosed transactions to a value of more than twice that of the entirety of 2013.
Amendments to Disclosure Rules for Venture Issuers
On June 30, 2015, amendments to various disclosure requirements for venture issuers will come into force. The amendments are intended to make the disclosure requirements ... Continued