Business Law
UPDATE: Special Government Initiatives to Assist Canadian Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
Over the recent weeks, there has been a panoply of government programs and special measures aimed at providing assistance to businesses and not-for-profit organizations that are facing growing hardship and challenges during COVID-19. While it may not be exhaustive of...
Tips for the New Entrepreneur Part 3: Overview of Corporate Governance
This third blog is an introduction on corporate governance issues and is part of a new series entitled “Tips for the New Entrepreneur” aimed at providing a New Entrepreneur with practical tips and pointers for exploring legal issues when setting...
Tips for the New Entrepreneur Part 2: Incorporation, Share Structure and Shareholders’ Agreements
This is the second blog of a new series entitled “Tips for the New Entrepreneur” aimed at providing a New Entrepreneur with practical tips and pointers for exploring legal issues when setting up and growing a new business. These blogs...
Tips for the New Entrepreneur Part 1: How Can I Best Organize My New Business?
This is the first blog of a new series entitled “Tips for the New Entrepreneur” aimed at providing a New Entrepreneur with practical tips and pointers for exploring legal issues when setting up and growing a new business in Ontario. ...
Licensing Requirements for Private Cannabis Retail Stores
On October 17, 2018, the Ontario government passed Bill 36 - the Cannabis Statute Law Amendment Act, 2018. Among other things, the new legislation enacted the Cannabis Licence Act, 2018, which regulates the licensing, operations, and oversight of private cannabis...
The complex process of buying a business
If you are an entrepreneur at heart, chances are you have been waiting for the right opportunity to come along. The thought of buying a business may be intimidating, but it can also be exhilarating when you are ready to...
New Ontario business law enforces equal pay for equal work
Businesses are often influenced by new laws on a local, provincial and national level. As of April 1, Ontario business owners will have to consider a new business law regarding equal pay for equal work. The legislation enacted at the...
New Ontario business law bans door-to-door sales of some products
Lawmakers often pass legislation to protect consumers, though sometimes the laws they pass can be controversial to business interests. In Ontario, a new business law prevents door-to-door sales of items, including furnaces, air conditioners, air purifiers, water heaters, water filters and...
Businesses, consumers and others respond to business law changes
Many employees have questions and concerns regarding the new minimum wage and employee protections. Businesses may also wonder how the government plans to enforce these regulations. In Ottawa, a labour council is taking steps to give employees options if their...
Business law changes in Ontario for 2018
All Canadian citizens need to keep a close eye on law changes throughout the country. For business owners, it is particularly critical to keep abreast of any changes to Ontario business law. The new year has brought several legislative changes...
