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ARTICLE · 06 NOVEMBER 2023

Lighter Look At Business Law In Canada: A Not-So-Boring Guide

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Starting a business in Canada? You might think that diving into business law is about as fun as watching paint dry.

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Ava Aslani
Ava Aslani

Starting a business in Canada? You might think that diving into business law is about as fun as watching paint dry. But hang tight! This guide aims to make the subject at least as exciting as a plot twist in your favourite TV series. But with the charm of a documentary voiced over by Bradley Cooper.

It's time to "put on your big kid pants and think about the future of your company, not just the issues of today" warns Ava Aslani, Associate lawyer and our resident business law ninja.

Business Structure: Choose, but Choose Wisely

First off, you need to decide on a business structure. Think of this as choosing your character in a video game:

  • Sole Proprietorship: You're the hero, but also the only one taking the hits.

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