Ontario Launches New Ontario Business Registry
On October 19, 2021, the Ontario government launched the new Ontario Business Registry (“OBR” or the “Registry”). The OBR replaced the Ontario Business Information System (“ONBIS”), which had [...]
The Three Partnership Arrangements: Which Is Best For Your Business
There are three types of Partnerships: General Partnerships; Limited Partnerships; and, Limited Liability Partnerships. Each of these arrangements have their own statutory requirements and [...]
Where to Incorporate your Toronto Small Business: Provincially or Federally?
Many small, solo, and family business owners aren’t certain as to whether they should incorporate – federally, provincially, or even at all. But incorporation is not just for big [...]
Crafting restrictive covenants is a tricky balancing act
When selling a business, it’s important to ensure restrictive covenants are not “unduly restrictive,” says Toronto business lawyer Anton Katz. “As a departing owner, it’s important to make sure [...]
When is a letter of intent binding?
The question of whether a letter of intent (LOI) is binding has a simple answer, says Toronto business lawyer Anton Katz. “It depends.” The explanation, however, is much more complicated, says [...]