Corporate & Commercial Law

Beds Or Sheds: What’s The Difference

Mark Twain’s old adage “Buy land, they’re not making it anymore” continues to remain relevant as we see property values increase in Ontario year over year…

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OBCA Amendments To Make Business Corporations More Flexible

Bill 213 & Corporate Changes On December 8, 2020, Bill 213 – the Better for People, Smarter for Business Act, 2020 – received royal assent after passing…

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What Happens If You Default On A Business Loan?

COVID-19 & Defaulting on Loant What happens if you default on a business loan? Defaulting on a business loan is a reality for many Canadian…

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Is a Franchiser Liable for the Acts of its Franchisees?

Franchisor Liabilities & Franchisees An ever-growing concern among franchisors is whether they can be held liable for the wrongful conduct of their franchisees. Most recently,…

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COVID-19 Business Resource Summary

SMB Support & COVID-19 In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Canadian federal and Ontario governments have announced numerous relief programs and legislation tailored to…

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Beware Of Debtor-in-Possession Financing: The Risks to Existing Lenders & Vendor-Take-Back Mortgages

Mortgage Risks & Vendor Take Backs ​Priority is a major consideration for any lender when evaluating risks associated with financing. This becomes all the more…

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Moving Your Business From Operating As A Sole Proprietorship To A Corporation

Sole Proprietorship to Corporation There are three main vehicles through which to operate a business: a sole proprietorship, a partnership and a corporation. Establishing a…

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Understanding The Simplified Procedure

Simplified Procedure Process In Ontario, if you have a dispute with an individual or corporation where the claim is for money or property valued between…

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The Canadian Trademarks Act – Long-Awaited Changes Become Reality

CIPO & Updates to Trademark Laws Fans are woefully aware that the Blue Jays have flown the coop for this year’s post-season, but trademark fever…

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Why Does Your Corporation Need A Shareholders’ Agreement?

Corporations & Shareholder Agreements A shareholders’ agreement contains several provisions about the operation of the corporation and the relationship between the shareholders.  These can typically…

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