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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 »
Congratulations Samuel Teichroew!
May 16th, 2017
Samuel received his Call to the Manitoba Bar on May 16, 2017 after graduating with his law degree from the University of Manitoba. He also holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from the University of Manitoba. Samuel articled with SNJ and is now an associate lawyer. He looks forward to providing legal services to clients in the southeastern region with his practice focusing on corporate and commercial… 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 »
Property Tax Clawback on Farmland
April 17th, 2017 by Grant M. Driedger
Farm land that borders growing towns and cities can have its value boosted by the expectation that the farm land will be sold and turned into residential or commercial property. For a farm operator interested in selling, that can be a very good thing. The downside is the property taxes will increase to reflect the change in use, and the change in value. For farm… Read More »