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This article highlights some of the major differences between the Alberta Societies Act and the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act.

Wondering whether you should incorporate or remain as an unincorporated association? Read on to learn why incorporating might be the answer.

Learn more about the new authorization regime in Canada allowing exemptions for humanitarian operations in terrorist-controlled areas!

Understanding share structures in Canada can be a complicated task, so we've simplified it! Check out our latest blog post to learn more!

Having smooth operations and conflict resolution among shareholders is critical. With that being said, how does a company achieve clear,...

This post discusses the legal requirements for naming a corporation in Canada, as well as how these elements can impact your name selection.

This article discusses incorporating a business in Canada, and how to properly structure a business corporation.

Just as a prenuptial agreement sets the terms for marriage, a Unanimous Shareholder Agreement (“ USA ”) functions as a "business...

Do you want your other shareholders to be able to sell their shares to people you don’t know? What happens when one of you wants out of...

Are you thinking of starting a business in Canada?  Curious about which corporate structure would be best for you? Read on!

Under Canadian law, there are four steps that must be followed when applying to become a registered charity. The steps outlined by the...

Charities and non-profit organizations (NPOs), both operate on a non-profit basis, meaning the organization's primary purpose is not to...

Volunteers are vital to charities and other non-profits. In recent years, volunteer recruitment and retention has become very...

To learn more about fundraising for charities in Canada, read our latest article on fundraising and the associated legal parameters.

Deciding which charity to donate to can be hard, so we've provided some tips & tricks that might help simplify your decision making process!

Understanding the Four Heads of Charity in Canada: Other Purposes Beneficial to the Community as a Charitable Purpose

Understanding the Four Heads of Charity in Canada: Advancement of Religion as a Charitable Purpose

Understanding the Four Heads of Charity in Canada: Advancement of Education as a Charitable Purpose

Understanding the Four Heads of Charity in Canada: Relief of Poverty as a Charitable Purpose

To become a registered charity in Canada, an organizations purposes must be exclusively charitable; but what does this mean? Let us explain.