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 […]
Read More Working for Workers ActMuch 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 […]
Read More Mergers and Acquisitions Post-CovidFederal 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 […]
Read More Federal IncorporationIncorporate your business with an experienced lawyer to ensure all paperwork is accurate and ensure your business is structured properly to protect you and for tax purposes. Your lawyer will walk you through the process and ask questions to ensure all your bases are covered. This is part one in a series on business incorporation […]
Read More Ready to Incorporate Your Business?Small business, gig workers, freelancers, solopreneurs – they are all increasing as people realize they aren’t satisfied in their day job, or they need to earn some extra income. Often a small business thinks they can’t afford legal services, or they are concerned they will be a small fish in a big pond, and be […]
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