Understanding SAFE: Simple Agreement for Future Equity
December 10, 2024
What is a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE)? The simple agreement for future equity (SAFE) was first introduced by Y Combinator in late 2013 and has become a common […]
Legal Considerations for Launching a Start-up in Canada
August 22, 2024
Launching a tech start-up in Canada involves more than just developing innovative technology and securing investment. To ensure a smooth journey from inception to exit, it is crucial to address […]
Canadian Employers Should Carefully Review Employment Agreements in Light of Recent Ontario Case
March 11, 2024
Canadian employers should carefully review the forms of employment agreements they use following a recent decision by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. In Dufault v. The Corporation of the […]
New Reporting Obligations for Private Sector Entities
February 21, 2024
Overview The Fighting Against Forced and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (the “Act”) came into effect on January 1, 2024. The Act introduces new reporting obligations on certain private-sector […]
Quebec’s Law 25 (formerly Bill 64): An Overview of Key Changes for 2023 to Quebec’s Privacy Regime.
October 18, 2023
Overview On September 22nd, 2023, several key provisions of Law 25, Quebec’s privacy law (formerly referred to as Bill 64), came into effect. This article provides an overview of five […]
Bill 96: A Refresher
July 18, 2023
Introduction This article is a refresher on An Act respecting French, the official and common language of Quebec (“Bill 96”) which amends the Charter of the French Language (the “Charter”) […]
