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Tenants must carefully consider a variety of factors in the process of negotiating a commercial lease in order to protect their business, maintain the landlord-tenant relationship and avoid unexpected costs. This article outlines some key factors and considerations that tenants should consider when reviewing and negotiating the terms of a commercial lease. More Than Just […]

When purchasing a pre-construction property, it is essential to be aware of the legal implications that stem from the agreement of purchase and sale. This article highlights the invaluable advice which can be provided by a real estate lawyer prior to embarking on such a transaction. In Ontario, builders are required by law to provide […]

What is an Assignment? The assignment of an agreement of purchase and sale is a legal transaction whereby a party to a contract transfers their rights and obligations in that agreement and associated property, to another party. It is commonly used in Ontario real estate transactions as a means of selling a property before the […]

Proposed in the Federal Budget of 2022, and passed in June of 2022, the Government of Canada has enacted the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act[1] (the “Act”). As is made clear by the title, the Act prohibits the purchase of Canadian residential property by non-Canadians, directly or indirectly. ‘Indirectly’ refers […]