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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.

Do you own assets that are growing in value, such as shares in a privately held company, a portfolio of investments or land? If so, you may be able to arrange your affairs...

Family trusts can provide many benefits and are set up for various reasons.

Estate planning is inarguably one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family. Not only can estate planning legally protect your spouse and assets

Court-appointed guardians of property and persons acting pursuant to a continuing power of attorney for property (commonly referred to as "attorneys for property")...

It was a bright and calm day when Mr. Smallwood, a U.K. resident, decided to suggest that a Jersey Trust of which he was the settlor, and in which he maintained an interest, should dispose of certain shares.

EnCana and ConocoPhillips announced that they have agreed to a 50-50 upstream/downstream partnership. EnCana will contribute 100% of its Foster Creek and Christina Lake in situ oil sands projects while ConocoPhillips will contribute 100% of its Wood River refinery in Roxana, Illinois and its Borger refinery in Borger, Texas. The partnership is effective as of January 2, 2007 with each company committing to spend $8.5 billion on the projects over the next 10 years.

On July 14, 2008, the Minister of Finance released proposed amendments to the Income Tax Act (Canada) (the ITA) which are intended to permit the conversion of income trusts into corporations (the Proposals).

Seller representations are often the most carefully negotiated provisions in a real estate purchase and sale agreement.

Whether you're getting ready for retirement or are already retired, this next stage in life will be full of important decisions. At the top of the list: how to preserve your hard-earned wealth, while also living...

On July 18, 2017, Canada's Minister of Finance released proposed changes to the Income Tax Act (Canada) that, if implemented, will mark one of the most significant reforms to Canada's tax system for business income in decades –

If you are a beneficiary of a non-resident trust (NRT) or contribute property to one, you could find yourself in hot water with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

My new year's resolutions never have anything to do with the gym or eating better. It's always focused on the same thing: ensure I get my RRSP contributions in on time.

Is it appropriate for an executor to ask beneficiaries to sign a release and indemnity prior to receiving a distribution from an estate?

As you embark on a new year filled with possibilities, consider prioritizing resolutions that ensure lasting financial security and peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

The Supreme Court of Canada (the SCC) released its decision in Fundy Settlement v. Canada (a.k.a. St. Michael Trust Corp. or Garron Family Trust).

Entrepreneure et experte du leadership transformateur, Zahra Al-Harazi a lancé le bal avec Different Is Good, une conférence des plus stimulantes.