Planning For A Recession

If you don’t have a plan in place for a potential recession, now is the time to focus on getting one in place. Scrambling at the last minute is not ideal for you or your business. Get a jump on things by being proactive. We are seeing layoffs in the tech sector, from big companies. […]

Employment contract overview

Employment contracts are important to both parties, as it sets clear guidelines and expectations. Most employment contracts are written to favor the employer, so it is important for the employee to ensure they understand what they are agreeing to. In many cases, they will request changes and some negotiations will take place. Getting a lawyer […]

Working for Workers Act

In early December 2021, the Working for Workers Act, 2021 (Bill 27), received Royal Assent. Amendments to employment legislation in Ontario, including the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) were introduced in this bill. Let’s dive right into the information you need to know. The Right To Disconnect The Right to Disconnect has gotten the most […]

Mergers and Acquisitions Post-Covid

Much like everything, Covid has an impact on mergers and acquisitions. Post-covid there are new considerations and complexities to the process. Due to the impact on the business, you need to determine the solvency of the business you are going to acquire. Look at cash flow, any impact on recurring revenue if relevant, and employee […]

Federal Incorporation

Federal incorporation is one option for incorporating a new business. The other option is provincial incorporation. There are benefits to both approaches. If you don’t have a solid understanding of the two options and what benefits and limitations exist with each, it is advisable that you work with a business lawyer who is experienced in […]