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Share Capital Social Companies Dissolved For Failing To Continue By October 19, 2026
The deadline for social companies with share capital currently incorporated under the Ontario Corporations Act (the “OCA”) to continue under one of three other acts expires on October 18. A quick search suggests that there are still more than 60 such companies that have failed to do so. In addition, it appears that an additional 154 such companies are listed as “inactive” on the Ontario Business Registry. We are not able to determine the basis on which these companies are so categorized, and if any of them are still in operation and own property.
Canada Commercial
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Gardiner Roberts LLP
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Share Capital Social Companies Dissolved For Failing To Continue By October 19, 2026
The deadline for social companies with share capital currently incorporated under the Ontario Corporations Act (the “OCA”) to continue under one of three other acts expires on October 18. A quick search suggests that there are still more than 60 such companies that have failed to do so. In addition, it appears that an additional 154 such companies are listed as “inactive” on the Ontario Business Registry. We are not able to determine the basis on which these companies are so categorized, and if any of them are still in operation and own property.
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Gardiner Roberts LLP
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CRA Releases New Guidance On The Direct Cost GST/HST Exemption For Charities And Public Service Bodies
The Canada Revenue Agency has released new guidance on the direct cost exemption under the Excise Tax Act, clarifying when charities and not-for-profit organizations can sell goods or services at cost without charging GST/HST. Organizations that frequently resell materials, supplies, or services to members and program participants need to understand the narrow technical requirements that determine whether their cost-recovery arrangements qualify for this exemption.
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Airport Privatization: Models, International Experience, And The Canadian Legal Landscape
Editor's note (September 15, 2026): Following publication of this article, Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed plans to open Canada's four largest airports to private investment through long-term operating concessions, while retaining government ownership of the land and underlying assets. The announcement marks a significant step toward the alternative ownership and operating models explored below.
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Gowling WLG
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Vous aider à composer avec les complexités des examens de fusions
Blake, Cassels & Graydon présente un guide complet pour naviguer le processus d'examen des fusions au Canada, couvrant les considérations essentielles en matière de droit de la concurrence et d'investissement étranger. Cet outil de référence offre des conseils pratiques sur chaque étape d'une opération de fusion-acquisition, de la préparation initiale jusqu'au processus d'examen officiel par le Bureau de la concurrence.
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Legal Warranty Of Good Working Order In Quebec: Merchants And Manufacturers, Are You Ready For October 5, 2026?
Starting October 5, 2026, Quebec will implement a new legal warranty of good working order for household appliances and electronic devices, requiring merchants and manufacturers to adapt their practices from price display to claims handling. What obligations will businesses face under Bill 29's amendments to the Consumer Protection Act, and how can they prepare for compliance before the deadline?
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Exclusive Use Clauses And The 2024 Competition Act Amendments: A Technical Guide To Sections 90.1, 78 And 79, Standing, And Tribunal Remedies
The 2024 amendments to Canada's Competition Act have fundamentally altered how exclusive use clauses in commercial leases are evaluated under competition law. These provisions, which traditionally restricted landlords from leasing to competing businesses, may now face scrutiny even when landlords and tenants are not competitors, raising critical questions about intent, market effects, and the retroactive application of the new legislative framework.
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Snap Election, Strict Rules: Navigating Compliance While Engaging In B.C.’s Provincial Election
British Columbia's snap election on October 24, 2026, brings unprecedented compliance challenges for businesses seeking to engage in policy discussions. With some of Canada's strictest lobbying rules, stringent election financing laws, and new foreign influence regulations all converging during the campaign period, organizations must navigate a complex web of registration requirements, spending caps, and reporting obligations while avoiding significant legal and reputational risks.
Canada Government
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Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
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From Club Penguin To Imagine Island: A New Era Of Children’s Online Gaming
Magic Potion Games, founded by the creators of Club Penguin, has launched Imagine Island, a new online multiplayer game designed for children aged 6-13. With over one million players during beta testing and a successful Series A funding round, the platform prioritizes safety and transparency while preparing for major expansion through entertainment partnerships and paid memberships.
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Canadian Global Growth Forum: Converting Opportunity Into Investment
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP provides legal expertise across multiple practice areas including fund formation, competition law, antitrust, foreign investment, and venture capital. The firm's Toronto-based partners offer specialized counsel to clients navigating complex regulatory and transactional matters. Contact information and professional backgrounds are available for key team members specializing in these areas.
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Les gouvernements canadiens investissent dans l’innovation, le talent et la compétitivité nationale
Le gouvernement canadien et les provinces intensifient leurs efforts pour soutenir l'innovation nationale face aux perturbations géopolitiques et à la concurrence mondiale. De nouveaux programmes de financement, sources de capitaux et initiatives axées sur le talent visent à commercialiser la recherche, préserver la propriété intellectuelle canadienne et attirer des investissements dans des secteurs stratégiques comme l'IA, les sciences de la vie et la défense.
Canada Strategy
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Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
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