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Budget 2023: Raising the Stakes for Aggressive Tax Planning On March 28, the Department of Finance released Canada’s federal budget for 2023. Our tax lawyers have summarized the government's newly proposed tax measures. Learn More
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A Deep Dive: Analyzing the Legislative Changes of Bill 23 Join us for a four-part webinar series to better understand Ontario's More Homes Built Faster Act. Learn more about our upcoming webinars
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Aird & Berlis Recognized in 2023 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory We are proud to announce that 51 partners at the firm have been recognized as leading lawyers across 33 different practice areas. Read more
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Introducing Your Tax Litigation Team With our wealth of experience and exceptional track record in resolving contentious tax matters and disputes, you can trust that you’re in good hands. Learn More
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Aird & Berlis proudly supports the Ex-Alta 2 Mission. The Experimental Albertan #2 (Ex-Alta 2) is part of the Canadian CubeSat Project, an initiative from the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) designed to support student interest in space and provide valuable hands-on experience in the space industry. Learn more about our Space Tech Industry Group
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Budget 2023: Raising the Stakes for Aggressive Tax Planning
Canada's federal budget was released on March 28, 2023, establishing significant tax measures and containing various proposals to amend the Income Tax Act (Canada) and the Excise Tax Act (Canada). -
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Tech Lending: Types of Debt for SaaS Providers
While SaaS providers can seek financing through either equity or debt, debt may be preferred to avoid equity dilution and loss of control associated with financing sources like venture capital funds. -
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Incoming Deadline Looms for Crypto Asset Trading Platforms to Comply With New Requirements
The Canadian Securities Administrators has reacted to recent high-profile insolvencies occurring in the cryptocurrency market by announcing its intention to increase and strengthen its oversight of cr... -
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Terminus Capital Partners Acquires Leading Insights Platform, Voxco
On March 14, 2023, Voxco, an actionable insights software platform, announced its receipt of a majority growth equity investment from TAP Software Holdings, an enterprise software investment vehicle m... -
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Update on Probate Planning: New Reporting Requirements for Bare Trusts
- 04:00 PMTransferring legal title of Ontario real estate to a bare trust corporation is a common probate planning technique for property owners. In combination with the use of multiple wills, this planning avo... -
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Tech Lending: How to Register Security Interests in IP
In addition to valuing IP, lenders must also understand the process for registering a security interest in IP. There are different systems for provincial, federal and U.S. registrations. Each presents... -
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Aird & Berlis Named Excellence Awardee for 2023 Canadian Law Awards’ Diversity Initiative
We are delighted to be named an Excellence Awardee for the 2023 Canadian Law Awards’ Bereskin & Parr Diversity Initiative of the Year. This award celebrates the steps taken by law firms and law depart... -
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Key Takeaways From 2022 Appellate Decisions
This year’s edition of our annual summary of key appellate decisions from the past year addresses a broad range of topics of interest. -
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Zoeller Company Acquires Burke Water Systems Manufacturing Inc. / Burke Manufacture De Systѐmes A Eau Inc. and Bur-Cam Pumps Inc. / Les Pompes Bur-Cam Inc.
Aird & Berlis successfully represented Zoeller Company in the acquisition of all the issued and outstanding shares of Burke Water Systems Manufacturing Inc. / Burke Manufacture De Systѐmes A Eau Inc. ... -
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Proposed Climate-Related and ESG Disclosure Requirements: Insights and Guidance for Junior Mining Issuers
Since the proposed National Instrument 51-107 Disclosure of Climate-related Matters and its Companion Policy 51-107CP Disclosure of Climate-related Matters (collectively, the “Proposed Instrument”) wa... -
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Black Voices (In)Justice: Supporting Black Youth Representation in the Legal Profession
- 12:30 PMJoin the Ontario Heritage Trust and Aird & Berlis for this special complimentary program, Black Voices (In)Justice: Supporting Black Youth Representation in the Legal Profession. -
Firm NewsAird & Berlis Recognized in 2023 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory
The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory has recognized 51 partners at the firm as leading lawyers across 33 different practice areas. Aird & Berlis was also recognized at the firm level across 15 differe... -
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Black History Month: Supporting Black Youth Representation in the Legal Profession
Aird & Berlis is proud to continue its support of Black History Month by hosting a special complimentary program on March 2, 2023, “ Black Voices (In)Justice: Supporting Black Youth Representation in ... -
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Tech Lending: Software as a Service
With the rise of cloud-based computing, Software as a Service (SaaS) models have become leading players in the technology space. -
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San Cristobal Mining Completes Acquisition of Minera San Cristóbal S.A. and Related Equity and Debt Financings
San Cristobal Mining Inc. completed its acquisition of Minera San Cristóbal S.A. and all of its associated assets from Sumitomo Corporation under the terms of a stock purchase agreement. -
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Underused Housing Tax Reporting Requirements for Bare Trusts and Nominee Corporations
Bare trust or nominee corporations holding residential property in Canada on December 31 are required to file an Underused Housing Tax Return by April 30 of the following calendar year. The inaugural ... -
Firm NewsPractice Area Spotlight: Tax Controversy/Tax Litigation Team
Tax legislation is becoming increasingly complex and tax audits are becoming more aggressive. It is important to entrust your tax dispute to a team with strong technical expertise and superior negotia... -
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Tech Lending: Due Diligence Issues
Due diligence can be time-consuming and challenging to complete. However, it is crucial to understand the value and ownership of the borrower’s assets to ensure sufficient security in the collateral. -
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Aird & Berlis Recognized in the Chambers Global Guide 2023
Aird & Berlis is pleased to announce it has been recognized at the firm and individual level in the 2023 edition of the Chambers Global Guide. The firm was recognized as a leader in the areas of Tax a... -
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Discussion on the Metaverse Part 3: Employment and Labour Law
- 04:00 PMJoin Donald Johnston, Lorenzo Lisi and Sairam Sanathkumar as they discuss the challenges and opportunities of the workplace in the metaverse.
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