LTO Levy Changes
Alberta is replacing variable charges for transfers of land, mortgage registrations, and some caveats with a new Land Titles Registration Levy. The variable charges will be set in legislation at $5.00 per $5,000 of value [...]
Navigating Recent Amendments to the Income Tax Act: A Legal Perspective
In light of recent amendments to the Income Tax Act (ITA), Canadian lawyers face significant changes in their professional obligations. The amendments to the ITA, enacted in June 2023, have sparked debates and legal challenges [...]
Be Careful When You Text – Emojis and Accepting Contracts
One of the fundamental elements of a contract is that an offer must be accepted for it to be legally binding. What may first come to mind are written signatures, a handshake, or outright saying [...]
Courts may afford significant weight to non-statutory compliant agreements in property division: Anderson v. Anderson, 2023 SCC 13
In the recent Supreme Court case of Anderson v. Anderson, 2023 SCC 13, the court reviewed the principles upon which courts should consider domestic agreements that do not meet the statutory requirements for presumptive enforceability [...]
Navigating Employee Terminations: The Power of Clear Communication
In the realm of employment law, where precision and clarity can make or break a case, the choice of words used to terminate an employee plays a pivotal role. Ambiguity and confusion surrounding the termination [...]
Abandoned Personal Property
Perhaps you had a tenant who left some possessions behind, or you agreed to store some things for a friend or family member who has now gone MIA. If you find yourself in possession of [...]
Unveiling the Unseen: Navigating Latent and Patent Defects in Real Estate Transactions
Stepping into the world of real estate, whether as a buyer, seller, or investor, is an exciting journey filled with anticipation and potential. Amidst the thrill of envisioning new beginnings, it's crucial to keep a [...]
Termination Clauses for Independent Contractors
There are many reasons that a company may choose to hire independent contractors instead of employees. These can range from tax consequences to flexibility in the workforce. The Employment Standards Code sets out minimum standards [...]
Capital Gains in the Context of Child Support Payments: Bradley v. Bradley, 2023, ABKB 128
Child support is governed by the Federal Child Support Guidelines (the “FCSG”). Sections 15(1) to 20 of the FCSG deal with the determination of a party’s annual income for support purposes. The recent Alberta case [...]
The Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act, Inclusive of Recent Amendments
On January 1, 2023, the federal Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act came into force, with additional amendments occurring in late March, 2023. The Act itself prohibits non-Canadians from purchasing, either [...]
