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Federal versus Provincial Incorporation
September 18th, 2017 by Mathieu Lafreniere
As a new business, one of the questions facing a business owner is whether you should incorporate at the provincial or federal level. There are of course benefits to either option and it is up to the individual owner to determine which fits their corporation best. Incorporating federally has some benefits, one of which is that the corporation has the right to carry on business… Read More »
Why Should I Keep My Corporate Records Up To Date?
September 5th, 2017 by Gemma Brown
With the hustle and bustle of everyday business life, business owners sometimes forget about little things, including corporate record maintenance. Managing your corporate affairs should also include managing your corporate record maintenance, and in particular, the legal aspects of maintenance. There are many changes that may seem simple that occur during a corporation’s life cycle, such as officers and directors of the corporation changing, changing… Read More »
Non-Profit and Charitable Organization By-Laws
June 2nd, 2017 by Samuel Teichroew
The Corporations Act (Manitoba) allows the directors of non-profit or charitable organizations to pass by-laws governing internal procedures and corporate structures. Many organizations take the initial step of incorporation but fail to implement by-laws. The following are a few of the areas and issues that by-laws should cover. Notice of Meetings Well drafted by-laws provide for the necessary notice periods for meetings of the board… Read More »
Builders’ Lien Act Considerations when Purchasing a New Home
May 16th, 2017 by Gemma Brown
While the purchase of a newly constructed home is an exciting time, it is important that proper consideration be given to the protections afforded both home owners and contractors under The Builders’ Liens Act of Manitoba (the “Act). Individuals or companies who perform work and/or provide services/materials on a project are able to file a lien against the property. While builders’ liens can be registered… Read More »
New Reporting Requirements for Sale of Principal Residences
April 26th, 2017 by Ronald E. Janzen
On October 3, 2016, the Canadian federal government announced that when you sell your principal residence (or are considered to have sold it) you are now required to report on that sale. That is a change. Until now you were not required to report the sale of a principal residence which was tax exempt. Starting in the 2016 tax year (generally due by the end… Read More »
Steinbach Lawyer Now Chairs Health Appeal Board
April 19th, 2017
A lawyer from Steinbach has been appointed to the Manitoba Health Appeal Board. Health Minister Kelvin Goertzen Tuesday announced that Grant Driedger, Joan Holmstrom and Elaine Graham have been appointed. Driedger, who practices at Smith Neufeld Jodoin LLP in Steinbach has been appointed board chair. Driedger’s practice is primarily focused on civil and administrative litigation, as well as real estate, wills and estates. He is… Read More »
