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Alberta’s Reconstruction of its Builders’ Lien Legislation

May 26, 2021

Alberta has a new builders’ lien Act coming into force in July of 2022, the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act (the “New Act”). The New Act will have significant implications on Alberta’s longstanding construction industry practices. The major changes from the Builders’ Lien Act (the “Old Act”) to the New Act can be summarized as follows: Introduction of a new prompt payment regime. Introduction of new adjudication procedure for payment related claims. Modification of lien registration periods, holdback periods

Welcome Daniela Perez Taylor

May 14, 2021

McCuaig Desrochers is pleased to welcome Daniela Perez Taylor to the firm for a temporary articling position for 3 months. Daniela has been a student with the Edmonton Community Legal Centre, and through our relationship with this great organization, we welcome her to the office to gain some added experience and to assist our clients over the spring and summer months.

Recent Amendments to the Alberta Business Corporations Act

May 7, 2021

As a result of Alberta’s The Red Tape Reduction Implementation Act (RTRIA), two significant changes came into force on March 26, 2021 (retroactive to August 15, 2020) that affect all Corporations created under the Alberta Business Corporations Act (ABCA): Corporations are no longer required to have 1/4 of directors be resident in Alberta, and Agents for Service must be appointed for each and every Corporation. Removal of Director Residency Requirements Before these changes came into effect, any Corporation incorporated under

New Temporary Pathways to Apply for Permanent Residence in Canada

May 5, 2021

The Canadian government has long recognized the importance of people immigrating to Canada as a way to keep our economy working effectively. In November 2020, the government set a target to approve 401,000 people as permanent residents in 2021 as part of its Immigration Levels Plan. This plan is even more imperative, since these immigrants to Canada would help to boost and support economic recovery after the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, due to the continuing impact of COVID-19, including ongoing border

Corporate Remedies

March 19, 2021

Working with business partners has its benefits, but it also has its challenges. It’s not unusual for small disagreements to bubble up with a business partner when dealing with the usual day-to-day stresses of running a business. But what happens if there is a more serious break-down in communication? What if your business partner wants to take the business in a direction you disagree with? What if your business partners try to squeeze you out of the business? In this

We Have Moved

February 3, 2021

On March 1, 2021 our offices moved to the 18th Floor of TD Tower and our new mailing address is now 1801, 10088-102 Avenue NW Edmonton, AB T5J 2Z1

COVID Times and the New Alberta Family Docket Court

January 6, 2021

In May 2020, the Court of Queen’s Bench implemented a Family Docket Court (“FDC”) in Edmonton and Calgary. All family matters, with a few of limited exceptions, must now attend FDC before any other Court process can be scheduled. The purpose of FDC is to assess each family’s needs and direct them to the most appropriate services and court processes. Consequently, the Judge sitting in FDC can grant Consent Orders (Orders both parties agree on) but cannot adjudicate contested applications.

Family Violence and Emergency Protection Order During the COVID-19 Pandemic

January 6, 2021

Lockdowns, restrictions, and other public health measures have been essential in preventing the spread of COVID-19 and in protecting our most vulnerable citizens. While collective efforts keep us and others safe from COVID-19, it creates an isolating and unsafe situation for individuals living with an abusive partner or family member. The restrictions can ultimately isolate vulnerable individuals and can limit opportunities for them to safely leave a dangerous situation. Both the EPS and RCMP have seen increased calls relating to

Estate Planning Considerations When Your Family Member Receives AISH

November 6, 2020

The Assured Income for the Several Handicapped (“AISH”) program is a critical support for many disabled Albertans. Often parents or other family members will want to ensure that their disabled loved ones are left with the greatest resources possible when estate planning, while also ensuring that the support received through AISH is not jeopardized in the process. In order to ensure this is accomplished, an estate plan should be specifically designed with the provisions of the Assured Income for the

Welcome Sarah McFadyen

September 8, 2020

McCuaig Desrochers LLP is pleased to welcome Sarah McFadyen as an articling student. Throughout her articling year, Sarah will gain experience in a variety of areas of law. Sarah McFadyen joined McCuaig Desrochers in September 2020. Sarah obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of Alberta Faculty of Law in 2020. During law school, Sarah volunteered extensively with pro bono legal clinics, including the Edmonton Community Legal Centre, Pro Bono Students Canada, and she served as the Executive Coordinator for Student Legal Services in

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Alberta’s Reconstruction of its Builders’ Lien Legislation

Welcome Daniela Perez Taylor

Recent Amendments to the Alberta Business Corporations Act

New Temporary Pathways to Apply for Permanent Residence in Canada

Corporate Remedies

We Have Moved

COVID Times and the New Alberta Family Docket Court

Family Violence and Emergency Protection Order During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Estate Planning Considerations When Your Family Member Receives AISH

Welcome Sarah McFadyen

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