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Will Power Across Borders:

“Why You Need More Than Just One Will” A multi-jurisdictional Will is your best legal passport when your assets start collecting stamps. Imagine this: You are a dual citizen like I am. You ...
Oct 2025
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The Significance of the Final Walkthrough

The final walkthrough in a real estate transaction is a crucial step that takes place just before closing, allowing buyers to confirm the property’s c...
Oct 2025
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Competition Act Impacting Commercial Leasing

Exclusive Use Provisions Can commercial landlords grant a tenant the right to be the exclusive supplier of goods or services at their project?
Sep 2025
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Land Transfer Tax in Ontario:

Who Pays, Who Doesn’t, and Who Gets Stuck with the Bill Land Transfer Tax (“LTT”), Ontario’s way of making sure that when property changes hands, the government still receives a slice of the pie. However, h...
Sep 2025
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What to expect in a Collaborative Separation

What to expect in the Collaborative Separation. Professional Team, made up of Lawyers, Financial professional and family professional. Client centre...
Sep 2025
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Reviving an Ontario Business Corporation

An introduction to the concept of reviving an Ontario business corporation and an overview of the documentation that is required in the process.
Sep 2025
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Imputing Income Part VI

Monetary Gifts as Income When a party receives regular gifts from their parents, the Court may impute the amount of those gifts as income for support purposes. Understanding h...
Sep 2025
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Ontario Small Claims Court

Limit increasing to $50,000 on October 1, 2025 Starting October 1, 2025, Ontario’s Small Claims Court limit will increase from $35,000 to $50,000, with the minimum appeal amount rising to $5,000. O...
Sep 2025
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Legal Remedies Available to Sellers in Failed or Aborted Residential Real Estate Transactions

Legal remedies exist for sellers facing buyer breaches in residential real estate transactions in Ontario. Common breaches include late or unpaid depo...
Sep 2025
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Ontario Purchase Money Security Interests: Attractive, But Don’t Just Sit on Them

A Purchase Money Security Interest (PMSI) is a special kind of security interest that gives a creditor rights over specific personal property used as ...
Sep 2025
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Importance of Your Closing Date in Real Estate

A smooth real estate transaction in Ontario hinges on a carefully chosen closing date. Avoid scheduling closings on weekends or holidays, as banks and...
Sep 2025
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You’ve Been injured in a Motor Vehicle Accident – Now What?

Applying for Accident Benefits Accidents happen. They are often unavoidable and can occur despite doing everything right. Sometimes you make a mistake or have a momentary lapse in a...
Aug 2025
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Look What You Made Me Sign

It's a Love Story, Baby, Just Say Yes...to my marriage contract Marriage contracts can be a helpful tool for spouses who want to agree on clear expectations for the terms of a potential separation in the future. Bu...
Aug 2025
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The Importance of Registering an Option to Purchase on Title to the Property

Peedham v 1000516033 Ontario Ltd. A recent Court of Appeal decision highlights the importance of registering notice of property interest on title to the property (option to purchase, n...
Aug 2025
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Docking Your Plans

How to Keep the Family Cottage from Causing a Family Shipwreck In Ontario, nothing says “summer” like the family cottage. It is where marshmallows are roasted, attempts at barbecue are made, and where ...
Aug 2025
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Interim Occupancy Explained:

How to Prepare for an Interim Occupancy? An Interim Occupancy Closing Notification advises purchasers of their occupancy date, but the purchaser’s lawyer often only receives necessary documen...
Aug 2025
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Estate Planning for Common Law Spouses

Common law spouses have different rights than married spouses when it comes to property and estates. Careful estate planning is important to ensure th...
Aug 2025
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Landlords Now Liable for Tenants' Criminal Acts

Ontario’s new “Measures Respecting Premises with Illegal Drug Activity Act, 2025” dramatically increases landlord liability for illegal drug activitie...
Jul 2025
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Imputing Income Part V

Diverting Income The Court can impute income to a payor who appears to be diverting income that would decrease their support obligation. The appearance of diverting in...
Jul 2025
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Power of Sale Explained: Key Considerations for Realtors and Homeowner

In real estate, especially during times of financial distress, properties may be sold under a Power of Sale. This legal process allows lenders to reco...
Jul 2025
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No Ring, No Rights? Common Law Spouses and Estate Claims

In today’s legal sphere, the concept of a “spouse” has expanded beyond the traditional marriage. More couples are cohabiting in marr...
Jul 2025
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A Realtor's Fiduciary Obligation to the Client

A Review of Court Perspectives on Agents Submitting Offers on Properties Their Clients Are Also Interested In Case Analysis: Zhong v Alan Hu Personal Real Estate Corporation, 2025 BCSC 40 Realtors in Ontario have professional obligations to act in their client...
Jul 2025
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Bare trust agreements for couples

In the excitement of purchasing property together, couples often overlook crucial conversations about individual ownership rights. A recent Ontario Co...
Jul 2025
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Collaborative Divorce: Neutral Professionals

The benefits of the use of neutral professionals in the collaborative process.
Jul 2025
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