We've put together a bunch of practical resources that actually help. No legal jargon that makes your head spin - just straightforward info you can use right away.
Look, I've sat through more board meetings than I care to admit. Most of 'em could've been emails. Here's how to actually make them productive and keep everyone engaged without the corporate theater.
Succession planning isn't just for when you're retiring. Had a client wait too long and - well, let's just say it got messy. Here's what I learned from watching businesses transition smoothly vs. the train wrecks.
The stories I could tell about deals that went sideways because someone skipped steps. Due diligence might seem tedious, but it's saved my clients millions. Here's what you can't afford to miss.
Had a startup come to me after discovering someone trademarked their brand name in another province. Don't let that be you. IP protection isn't glamorous but it's way cheaper than litigation.
Everything you need to know about setting up proper governance structures without the headache. Written for business owners who don't have time for 200-page manuals.
24 pages | Last updated: Oct 2025A step-by-step checklist we use with our own clients. It's not sexy, but it works. Covers everything from estate planning to tax implications and family dynamics.
18 pages | Last updated: Nov 2025Based on real deals I've worked on - both the good ones and the disasters we narrowly avoided. This guide's got the stuff they don't teach you in business school.
32 pages | Last updated: Oct 2025Ten essential contract templates we've refined over the years. They're written in plain English (mostly) and cover the scenarios we see clients dealing with all the time.
45 pages | Last updated: Nov 2025Compliance sounds boring until you get fined. This guide breaks down what you actually need to worry about as your business grows, province by province.
28 pages | Last updated: Sep 2025Alright, so Ontario's tweaking some rules around beneficial ownership transparency. If you've got a numbered company or you're trying to keep things quiet, this affects you. Basically, they want more disclosure about who really owns what.
The new requirements kick in January 2026, so you've got time - but don't sleep on this. We're already helping clients get their paperwork sorted before the rush.
Read Full UpdateThe government's messing with capital gains treatment again. If you're planning to sell your business or thinking about succession, the tax implications just shifted. Not gonna lie, it's making some deals more complicated.
Worth having a chat if you've got any major transactions on the horizon. Timing's gonna matter more than usual this year.
Read Full UpdateCIPO rolled out some updates to trademark registration procedures. The good news? Processing times are getting better. The bad news? They're being pickier about what qualifies for protection.
If you've been sitting on trademark applications, might wanna dust 'em off and get them filed properly. The window for easy approvals is narrowing.
Read Full UpdateThe Competition Bureau just got broader powers to review M&A deals. Translation: expect more scrutiny if you're buying or merging with competitors. They're particularly interested in tech and healthcare sectors right now.
Factor in extra time for regulatory approval if you're in those industries. We're seeing 3-6 month delays becoming normal.
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