Under Canadian corporate law, two common business arrangements are partnerships and join ventures. While these terms are frequently used interchangeably, they represent distinct legal entities with unique characteristics and regulatory
When starting a business in Canada, one of the fundamental decisions you’ll face is choosing the appropriate business structure. The choice between establishing a corporation and operating as a sole
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New Era of Transparency: Canada Mandates Disclosure of Significant Control in Federal Corporations Effective January 22, 2024, federal corporations incorporated under the Canada Business Corporations Act are required to file information
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