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Ontario Expands HST Rebate

What the March 25th announcement means for Pre-Construction Home Buyers This article a new provincial Rebate that temporarily expands HST relief for both first-time and repeat buyers of new homes signed between April 1, 20...
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Property Rights Acquired Outside the Planning Act

Interaction of Adverse Possession, Prescriptive Easements, and the Land Titles System The Planning Act generally governs how interests in land can be transferred and conveyed, but it is not the only authority on the matter. Adverse poss...
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Treatment of Inheritance in a Divorce

Inheritance in a Divorce While inheritances received during the marriage are generally excluded from property division, there are important limitations and exceptions that can...
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2026 Changes to Ontario's Accident Benefits

Highlighting notable changes to the Statutory Accident Benefits system in Ontario on June 1, 2026
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Request to Shorten Time for Landlord-Tenant Board Hearings

Understanding Urgent Hearing Requests Urgent LTB hearings are possible through a Request to Shorten Time, but they are granted only in exceptional circumstances. Success depends on demonst...
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Landlord L1 Applications: Improved Timelines for Non-Payment of Rent

Landlord L1 applications for non-payment of rent are technical—small errors in an N4 notice or rent calculations can result in dismissal and months of...
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Canada lowering costs for First Time Home Buyers of Pre-Construction Homes

Update on the government finally passing the legislation to implement the new Federal GST/HST Rebate for First Time Home Buyers of pre construction ho...
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Going In-House for Building Services? Plan for Potential ESA Changeover Liability

Changing building service providers or bringing these services in-house in Ontario can trigger specific employment obligations under the Employment St...
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Power of Sale: What Are Your Rights When a Lender Sells Your Home?

Power of Sale, sale price, and homeowner remedies.
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Facing a Power of Sale? Here’s What Homeowners Need to Know About Vacant Possession and Sheriff Evictions in Ontario

Residential Real Estate- Power of Sale, Writs of Possession, and Sheriff Evictions
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Federal or Ontario Incorporation: Which is right for your business?

When deciding whether to incorporate federally under the CBCA or provincially in Ontario under the OBCA, business owners must consider their operation...
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Ice Ice Baby: Keeping Your Cool When Pipes Freeze Before a Home Sale

This article provides an overview of a seller's disclosure requirements to the buyer when pipes burst after signing an Agreement of Purchase and Sale ...
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Imputing Income Part VIII

Beneficiary of a Trust The Court has authority to impute income to a payor who is a beneficiary under a trust and is or will be receiving income or other benefits from that ...
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Haute Couture Planning

What Valentino can teach us about Trusts, Privacy, and Estate planning In fashion, Valentino is known for precision and restraint. In estate planning, the same principles apply. This article explores how trusts offer pri...
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The Struggle Is Real: When Financing Falls Apart

Buying real estate can feel a bit like dating—full of excitement, big dreams, and the constant hope that everything works out. But just like in dating...
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The Clock Starts at Drafting

Ontario’s 15-Year Limitation on Negligent Will Drafting As we head into the New Year, many of us take stock of what matters most, making it an ideal time to review your Will, especially in light of a recent...
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Divorcing in Ontario?

Your Will Didn’t Get the Memo When it is recommended to change Wills and POA's post divorce.
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Tarion Delayed Closing Compensation:

The Rules, The Limits, and The "Unavoidable" Exceptions A brief article on the Tarion Delayed Closing Compensation available in certain circumstances for new build/pre construction home buyers.
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When Will a Family Court Protect a Child’s Identity and When Will It Not?

Family court proceedings are generally open to the public. Courtrooms are accessible, and written decisions are often published online. This openness ...
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Quick Tips for Your Next Commercial Real Estate Purchase

Commercial real estate involves properties used for business purposes and can offer strong income and growth potential. Buyers should confirm the sell...
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