When it comes to finding sources of capital to fund a business, small business owners in Alberta have more options than ever. Over the past few years, just over half of small & mid-sized...
The Government of Alberta has declared into force amendments (Amendments) to the New Home Buyer Protection Act (NHBPA) that will, as of December 1, 2017, introduce a new licensing and public registry regime for...
It is often said that we spend more time with the people we work with than with our families. When business partners get in to bed together to run a corporation, many of the...
Many business owners in need of financing for their business look to banks and other commercial lenders. After all, interest rates are low and a commercial loan usually does not require owners to give...
Businesses by their very nature are designed to grow. In its beginning stages, careful planning and attention is important to ensure that it is in a position to accommodate the changes and complexities involved in...
When thinking about estate planning, most people have a general idea about Wills. There are two additional tools that you can use to ensure that your wishes are known and met during your lifetime...
The Builder’s Lien Act is in place to protect the owners and contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and labourers who engage in a construction project. It includes a mechanism for contractors and suppliers to be paid...
If you are like most of us, thinking about getting older is not your favourite topic. It is a good idea to be proactive however, and having plans in place can bring you peace...
A Professional Corporation has a very specific definition in Alberta. It is an entity that provides professional services by regulated member(s) of a profession who is/are governed by a professional body. The member is...
It is no secret that the economic downturn is affecting business across the province. Revenues and asset values are down and investment and lending practices have tightened up considerably. In times like this, it...