The Urgent Need for Estate Planning Among Canadians Aged 25-44

Recent statistics from RBC and Aging Canada reveal a concerning trend among Canadians aged 25 to 44: a significant lack of Estate Planning. Despite being in the prime of their

DIY Wills

Creating a Will There’s a wide range of reasons why Canadians may not currently have a Will in place. The cost of legal advice may seem high, the process may

Succession Planning Your Cryptocurrency

With the rise of digital Currencies or Cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, a unique challenge has emerged in Estate Planning. These digital forms of currency present a new concern:

Henson Trusts

What is the Purpose of a Henson Trust? Disabled individuals’ eligibility for government assistance is often subject to conditions and requirements regarding their income or wealth. In Ontario’s ODSP Regulation,

Understanding Bequests in Canadian Wills: Essential Information

In Ontario, bequests are gifts left to individuals or organizations through a Will. Bequests are revocable and can be changed or amended as long as the gift-giver is alive and

Want to avoid probate fees by sharing ownership with your kids? Proceed carefully, experts say.

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The Partition Act: Resolving Conflicts Among Co-Owners of Real Property

Many individuals choose to acquire and own property, as joint owners, with their friends, family, or business partners. But what happens when co-owners can no longer agree as to their

Non-Competition Agreements – Legal or Illegal?

Many people have heard of a non-competition agreement. However, did you know that non-competition agreements are not always legitimate? Non-competition agreements are generally described as an agreement, or any part

Failure to Complete a Real Estate Transaction

Written by Jacob Poole | HGR Graham Partners LLP When selling or purchasing a property, the parties will enter into an Agreement of Purchase and Sale which governs the terms

Passing-Off Article

In June of 2024, a Mississauga homeowner believed they had hired a reputable paving company to re-pave their driveway. The business card, logo, and name of the company the homeowner

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