More money in strata corporations’ pockets
A Hallowe’en treat for strata corporations. On October 31, 2017, the BC Court of Appeal rendered a very significant decision. The Court ruled that a ... Continued
Conflicts for Arbitrators and Mediators
How far must an arbitrator go in disclosing a potential conflict of interest? The B.C. Supreme Court answered this question in Atlantic Industries Limited v. ... Continued
Clark Wilson represents MST in $480 million acquisition of Jericho Lands
We are honoured to act for MST Development Corporation, which is the development corporation for the partnership between Musqueam Indian Band, Squamish Nation and Tsleil-Waututh ... Continued
Passive Investment Income
On July 18th the Liberal Government introduced a consultation paper, “Tax Planning Using Private Corporations” (the “Paper”). The Paper addressed issues relating to income sprinkling, ... Continued
Tax Group comments on Federal Government announcement of October 16, 2017
On July 18th the Liberal Government issued a consultation paper “Tax Planning Using Private Corporations” (the “Paper”). Our previous posts comment on various aspects of ... Continued
Warm welcome to Athar Malik, the newest member of our IP group
Trademarks, copyrights and other related intellectual property (IP) are increasingly critical to competing in an international market. Procuring, protecting and enforcing IP in a global ... Continued
Business Owners & Tax: Tax Reform Impact
Over 2016 and 2017, business owners have been affected by the tax changes proposed by the federal government. Our Tax group has been at the ... Continued
Fraser Valley Land Assembly Forum
Land assemblies can be profitable because they create the potential for higher returns for landowners, developers and Realtors. The risks, however, are complex, creating a ... Continued
BC Updates Crowdfunding Rules
The British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) on September 21, 2017 announced improvements to crowdfunding rules that will enable B.C.-based issuers to access investors in Alberta when conducting ... Continued
Private Company Tax Proposal: The Changing Landscape
On July 18th, the Liberal Government released a consultation paper, “Tax Planning Using Private Corporations” outlining proposed changes to income sprinkling, the availability of the ... Continued
How to Buy or Sell a Business – October 26, 2017
Don Sihota’s popular How to Buy or Sell a Business seminar is returning on Thursday, October 26, 2017. This is your opportunity to learn from ... Continued
Musqueam chooses developer Polygon for massive residential development near UBC
The Musqueam Indian Band has chosen Polygon as the developer for the first phase of a massive residential development that will spread over more than ... Continued