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September 27, 2023

Rent-to-own Agreement: Best Practices and Key Considerations

Rent-to-own agreements have become an increasingly popular option for individuals seeking to transition from renting to homeownership. These agreements allow renters to lease a property with the option to purchase it at a predetermined price after a specified period. While they can provide a flexible path to homeownership, rent-to-own agreements are not without their legal […]

The Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot: A New Immigration Pilot for...

On June 25, 2023, the Canadian government introduced the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (“EMPP”), a program designed to help skilled refugees and other displaced people immigrate to Canada through an economic immigration program. Applicants can apply to the EMPP: Through the Regional EMPP by applying to a regional economic program, such as the Atlantic Immigration […]

How to Protect Your Privileged Communications in M&A Transactions: The...

If you are a seller in an M&A transaction, you may have exchanged confidential and sensitive communications with your legal counsel during the course of the deal. These communications are protected by solicitor-client privilege, which is a fundamental principle of law that shields them from disclosure to third parties. However, what happens to these communications […]

Nova Scotia Experience: Express Entry – A Fantastic Way to...

For applicants who wish to live in Nova Scotia permanently, the Nova Scotia Experience: Express Entry (“NSE:EE”) is a great stream to apply for permanent residence. General Requirements To qualify for NSE:EE, an applicant must be between 21 and 55 years old, have the required work experience, demonstrate they have graduated high school or have […]

This Month in Nova Scotia Family Law – July 2023

R.H. v A.L.S., 2023 NSSC 171 Judge: Justice Samuel Moreau Subject: Primary Care; Parental Decision Making; Parenting Time Summary: The parties separated in 2020 after 13 years of marriage.  The separation had been highly contentious.  The father, R.H., sought primary care and decision-making responsibilities for their 8-year-old child, while reducing the mother’s parenting time.  The […]

The Beginning of the End of Corporate Ownership Confidentiality in...

It appears 2024 will include an unwelcome surprise for many business owners in Canada – public disclosure of their ownership interests in corporations. If you own federally-incorporated corporations, the agenda this fall should include a review to prepare for compliance. Canada Business Corporations Act Since 2017, Canada and the provinces, including Newfoundland and Labrador, have […]

Political Friend or Foe: Human Rights Act applies to Termination...

In the recent decision of Natural Resources and Energy Development v Blaney, 2023, NBCA 61, the New Brunswick Court of Appeal (NBCA) upheld the decision of Human Rights Commission to refer the human rights complaint filed by the former CEO and President of Efficiency NB to the Labour and Employment Board for a hearing. Facts […]

Recent Ontario Superior Court decision reminds professionals that there are...

The recent decision of Ontario’s Superior Court of Justice in Peterson v. College of Psychologists of Ontario, 2023 ONSC 4685, reminds professionals that their right of free speech under Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms is not unlimited and, further, that professional regulators may sanction members who make public remarks that could be unprofessional or […]

A New Municipal Era – Less Talk, More Action?

Now that two provincial governments have taken steps to streamline municipal decision-making on priority issues, maybe it’s time for municipal governments to consider whether, in the public interest, they themselves should examine ways to streamline other municipal processes. In both Ontario and Nova Scotia, provincial governments have dramatically changed the balance of power, ensuring that, […]

Hold up: What’s a Water Holdback in a PEI Residential...

You are selling your home or cottage and moving to another, or you are buying a new home or a new cottage and are excited to get the deal closed. Everything is going smoothly, then in advance of closing the deal, the lawyer tells you that you need to chat about the water test results. […]