Is the Popularity of Income Trusts a Fad?

A serious traumatic brain injury can affect far more than a person’s physical health. Many people experience ongoing problems with memory, attention, fatigue, emotional regulation, relationships, and work. In the most severe cases, these impairments may qualify as a catastrophic impairment under Ontario’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (“SABS”).

On July 13, 2020, Infrastructure Canada announced that three communities in Alberta will receive Federal Government funding totalling $131,000 to support the improvement of their asset...

In December 2018, the Accounting Standards Board amended Section 3856, Financial Instruments (the "Section"), to address concerns on the accounting for financial instruments in a related party transaction.

Registered Disability Savings Plans offer eligible Canadians a powerful tool to build tax-deferred savings for life after 60, complete with government matching grants up to $70,000 and bonds up to $20,000. Despite these significant benefits, only one-third of eligible Canadians have opened an RDSP. Understanding how these plans work, including contribution limits, withdrawal rules, and eligibility requirements, can help individuals with disabilities secure their financial future.

The 2004 Ontario budget, announced today, confirms that the Ontario government will propose technical legislation to clarify that investors in publicly traded trusts will not be liable for the activities of the trust. This is consistent with the announcement included as part of the <I>2003 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review</I> released on December 17, 2003 by Finance Minister Greg Sorbara

As wedding costs in Canada soar between $30,000-$42,000, many couples face difficult financial decisions about celebrating their love. This guide explores practical strategies...

Every director of a corporation, regardless of whether it is a publicly traded corporation or a closely held private corporation, is subject to a common law fiduciary duty to act loyally and in the best interests of the corporation.

Globally, private equity is expected to double its current assets under management (AUM) to US$12 trillion by the end of 2029, driven in large part by private wealth investors...

The Canadian-Australian Pension Funds Investment Initiative establishes a groundbreaking framework for cross-border pension fund investment between two of the world's most sophisticated pension markets. This analysis examines the policy barriers, regulatory considerations, and opportunities for deploying long-term infrastructure capital across both jurisdictions, including asset recycling strategies and sectoral dimensions.

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Alta Daily ("Alta"), founded by Jenny Wang, is an innovative startup that is transforming how artificial intelligence can assist users with personal styling.

Federal and provincial privacy regulators have concluded a multi-year investigation into OpenAI's data practices, finding contraventions of Canadian privacy legislation in how personal information was collected and used...

Google is venturing into new territory with the development of the Fitbit Air, marking a significant evolution in wearable health technology. This advancement represents Google's continued commitment to integrating sophisticated health monitoring capabilities into consumer devices. What innovations will this next-generation wearable bring to the competitive health tech market?

Pronto.ai Inc. ("Pronto"), a San Francisco-based startup specializing in autonomous haulage systems, announced its acquisition of SafeAI Inc. ("SafeAI"), a leader in safety-driven autonomous...

CanLII, Canada's free legal database, and Caseway, an AI legal research platform, have reportedly reached a settlement in their copyright dispute over the use of legal case data for artificial intelligence training purposes. The resolution addresses concerns about unauthorized use of publicly available legal materials and the boundaries of AI development in the legal technology sector.

A Toronto-based startup is revolutionizing sports broadcasting by adapting video game replay technology for live sporting events. This innovation promises to transform how fans experience and interact with professional sports coverage, bringing gaming-style visual enhancements to real-world athletic competitions.

Magic Potion Games, founded by the creators of Club Penguin, has launched Imagine Island, a new online multiplayer game designed for children aged 6-13. With over one million players during beta testing and a successful Series A funding round, the platform prioritizes safety and transparency while preparing for major expansion through entertainment partnerships and paid memberships.

Waymo, the autonomous vehicle technology company, has unveiled a new custom chip designed to enhance its self-driving capabilities. This development represents a significant step in the company's efforts to advance autonomous vehicle technology through specialized hardware solutions. The custom chip is expected to improve processing efficiency and performance in Waymo's autonomous driving systems.

Last week, Prime Minister Trudeau and Quebec Premier Francois Legault announced that Northvolt AB, a Swedish company, will be constructing a $7 billion electric vehicle battery plant outside Montreal.

Over the past two years, the team at NordSpace – a Canadian company based in Markham – has been working to develop a rocket with the goal of achieving the first commercial rocket launch from Canada.