The role of credibility in double costs awards
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
Working with an M&A Advisor
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
Canadian Courts Espouse Different Tests For Recognizing Spouses
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
Changes to Property Transfer Tax and APTT (Foreign Buyers Tax) Effective February 21st
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
New Speculation Tax in British Columbia
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
Province to Require Pre-Sale Condo Registry
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
BC Budget Increases and Expands Foreign Buyers Tax
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
Everything you need to know about Vancouver’s Empty Homes Tax
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
2018 Budget – Residential Tenancies
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
Short-Term Rentals: Higher Fines and Taxes
The increasing use of condos for short-term rentals has been a controversial issue for many living in strata developments in British Columbia. Noise, mess ... Continued
Trailer Used For Renovation Is Not Sufficient To Overcome Vacancy Exclusion, Nor Is It a “Detached Structure”
Edited by Samantha Ip In the recent decision of Taylor v Co-operators General Insurance Company, 2017 ABQB 705, the Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench was ... Continued
Sweeping Changes Coming to B.C.’s Motor Vehicle Tort System
After months of speculation, B.C.’s Attorney General introduced changes to the province’s motor vehicle tort system. The main changes include: A $5,500 cap on minor ... Continued