Publications

2009: Sleepless in Seattle, 2010: See You in Boston

By Paul W. Braunovan

Approximately 7500 IP professionals gathered in Seattle, Washington in May 2009 for the 131st Annual Meeting of the International Trademarks Association…

Will the Proposed New Insider Reporting Rules Affect You?

By David J. Lowdon

The Canadian Securities Administrators have recently published a new proposed National Instrument 55-104 – Insider Reporting Requirements and…

Non-competition clauses: Employers must be reasonable

By Karin Pagé

Non-competition clauses are often included in employment contracts or in agreements for the purchase and sale of a business, serving to prevent a person…

Insider Trading Explained

By Robert P. Kinghan

The current uncertainty of the global market has heightened public awareness of the stock-market and its players.  In this vein the rules prohibiting…

The Benefits of Arbitration in Commercial Disputes

By Joël M. Dubois

There are a number of reasons why parties to a commercial agreement should consider having their disputes adjudicated through the arbitration process…

I’M SO SORRY! – The Apology Act takes the sting out of apologizing

By Margaret Truesdale

Individuals and corporations have long been reluctant to express any kind of sympathy or remorse to a person who has made a claim against them, even…

Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act Changes Come into Force

By Joël M. Dubois

On September 18, 2009, changes to the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act will come into force.  These changes will have a significant impact on personal…

A Waiver of Liability: Will it stand up in Court?

By Karin Pagé

A waiver and release of liability, properly drafted and brought to the attention of the signor, may absolve a defendant from liability. Earlier this year,…

Should I worry about a “standard” commercial lease?

By Martin St-Onge

Many start-up or smaller companies are often looking to lease retail, office or industrial type commercial space to operate their business.  Some of…

Preparing for the Purchase of a Business

By Robert P. Kinghan

The decision to purchase a business requires careful consideration of the many factors involved.  These factors include conducting the necessary…

Remission Orders: A Taxpayer’s Last Chance

By Christopher P. Morris

A remission order is a remedy that is available to taxpayers where attempts at obtaining relief from tax liability through the typical channels have been…

Introduction of International Financial Reporting Standards for Reporting Issuers – David J. Lowdon

The Canadian Accounting Standards Board recently confirmed January 1, 2011 as the date International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”)…