McCuaig Desrochers LLP

Modernization of Alberta’s Trustee Act

May 11, 2022

A new Alberta provincial Trustee Act was introduced as Bill 12 on March 29, 2022 and was passed by the legislature on April 29, 2022. Once proclaimed into force, the new Trustee Act (the New Act) will provide a modern framework for trust law in Alberta. Overall, the new Trustee Act clarifies the responsibilities and powers of trustees and will provide greater protections for beneficiaries. Additionally, the new provisions would reduce administrative burdens imposed by trust law, as it lessens

Congratulations to Frank P. Friesacher, Q.C.

April 7, 2022

We are excited to congratulate Frank Friesacher, Q.C. on his appointment as Her Majesty’s Counsel, learned in the law, for the Province of Alberta. A well deserved honour!

New Canadian Immigration Streams for Ukrainians

March 11, 2022

As of February 24, 2022, Russia has launched a military attack against Ukraine and its people. The Canadian government has implemented new measures to help the people of Ukraine affected by this attack. The Canadian government has expressed a commitment to prioritizing applications from people living in Ukraine for Canadian permanent residence, proof of citizenship, temporary residence and citizenship grant for adoption. Additionally, they are attempting to urgently process passports and travel documents for Canadians living in Ukraine, to allow

Corporate Remedies: Reasonable Expectations of Shareholders

January 5, 2022

The remedies available to stakeholders in corporate disputes for oppression are some of the most flexible remedies available at law. Under Alberta’s Business Corporations Act (the “ABCA”), the Court may rectify any act or omission of a corporation, its affiliates, or its directors that results in conduct that is oppressive, or conduct that is unfairly prejudicial to, or that unfairly disregards the interests of, any security holder, creditor, director or officer. The powers of the Court in these circumstances include,

Congratulations Sarah!

December 2, 2021

We are proud to announce that Sarah McFadyen has been Admitted to the Bar and welcome her as an Associate with the firm. Please see Sarah’s full bio here.

McCuaig Desrochers LLP Vaccination Policy

November 15, 2021

McCuaig Desrochers LLP’s priority is the health and safety of our clients and staff. With a safe workplace, we can ensure that our lawyers and staff are able to continue providing the highest level of legal service. In keeping with our commitment to safety, we have implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy at our office premises. Our policy applies to lawyers, staff, and clients alike. We continue to offer meetings by way of virtual / videoconference technology. Should an in

Second Chance Comes for Would-be Sponsors of Parents & Grandparents

October 18, 2021

On September 23, 2021, Immigration, Refugees and Citizen Canada began the work of sending out invitations for Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their parents or grandparents for Canadian permanent resident status. By October 4, the round of invitation ended with enough invitations sent out to meet the department’s goal of receiving 30,000 additional complete parent/grandparent sponsorship applications, the highest number of applications accepted in a year since 2014 – when limits were first applied to the intake of

Welcome Olivia and Monika

September 13, 2021

McCuaig Desrochers LLP is pleased to welcome both Olivia Wang and Monika Sharma as articling students. Prior to attending law school, Olivia received her Bachelor of Commerce with Distinction in finance from the University of Alberta School of Business in 2018. She obtained her Juris Doctor with Distinction from the University of Alberta Faculty of Law in 2021. Olivia volunteered with the Edmonton Community Legal Centre, Pro Bono Students Canada, and Student Legal Services during law school. Monika received her Juris

Congratulations Daniela!

August 26, 2021

We are proud to announce that Daniela Perez Taylor has been Admitted to the Bar and welcome her as an Associate. To view Daniela’s bio please click here.

Temporary resident to permanent resident pathways: updates and new work permit availability

August 23, 2021

As we’ve previously written about, earlier this year Canada’s Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, Marco Mendicino, announced four new temporary public policies that provide pathways to permanent residents for four groups of temporary residents currently working in Canada. The new pathways were introduced as a means of maintaining immigration levels in the face of COVID-19 travel restrictions, making it easier for educated and experienced workers currently inside Canada to obtain permanent resident status. These temporary pathways opened on May 6,

780.426.4660

Modernization of Alberta’s Trustee Act

Congratulations to Frank P. Friesacher, Q.C.

New Canadian Immigration Streams for Ukrainians

Corporate Remedies: Reasonable Expectations of Shareholders

Congratulations Sarah!

McCuaig Desrochers LLP Vaccination Policy

Second Chance Comes for Would-be Sponsors of Parents & Grandparents

Welcome Olivia and Monika

Congratulations Daniela!

Temporary resident to permanent resident pathways: updates and new work permit availability

Categories

lawyers@mccuaig.com / 780.426.4660

© 2022 McCuaig Desrochers LLP All rights reserved