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Get to Know…Trevor Watson
June 19th, 2019
BACKGROUND Trevor is an associate lawyer with Smith Neufeld Jodoin, having joined the firm in September of 2004. EDUCATION Trevor is a graduate of the University of Manitoba, having received his Bachelor of Commerce, Honours, degree in 1985. Upon graduation, Trevor became employed with Bristol Aerospace Limited in Winnipeg as a Contracts Administrator and continued working as such until he returned to University to study… Read More »
Buying a Home: Land Transfer Tax
June 13th, 2019 by SNJ
In Manitoba, a buyer is required to pay Land Transfer Tax. There are only very limited exceptions to the payment of Land Transfer Tax. For example, an “interspousal” transfer of land between spouses or common-law partners in typically exempt from Land Transfer Tax, however, a minimum registration charge will be applicable. The sale of farmland to another farmer (as defined by the applicable legislation), who… Read More »
Are there Residency Requirements to be a Power of Attorney or Executor?
June 5th, 2019
Do geographical boundaries matter when appointing someone as a power of attorney or executor? While there is no absolute prohibition on appointing non-residents, it may be wise to choose someone close to home. Power of Attorney An attorney appointed under a Power of Attorney does not need to be a resident of Manitoba, or even a resident of Canada. Section 16 of The Power of… Read More »
