6 Things to Know about B Corporations
Allbirds, Ben n Jerries, Patagonia… these are some brands that we know and love! But what does a footwear company, a food processing company and an outdoor clothing company have
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6 Things You Should Know About Founders Stock!
You and your friend have the next big business idea. Together, with your technical expertise and your friend’s business acumen, you believe you can make this a success! You both
What Can Entrepreneurs and Startups Learn From Cardi B?
“Now from the top, make it drop…That’s some..” – The lyrics to WAP, a catchy tune you may have listened to different versions of while scrolling through TikTok (for our
8 Things You Should Know When Buying a Business
Are you thinking about buying a business? As a buyer, it is important to understand the process, consider the potential liability and take steps to protect your investment. This Legal
Update: Extension of Temporary Relief from ESA Termination and Severance Provisions
On September 3, 2020, the Ontario government announced an extension to the temporary relief measures from the termination and severance provisions of the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) until January
Recently Fired? 5 Things You Should Know About Your Severance Package
Have you or someone you know found yourself unemployed? Downsized, laid off, fired – whatever the official reason, you are no longer at a job and may be entitled to notice
Workplace is opening up? Got Some Questions? Read this.
Prepared by Behnam Nadimfard, Legal Intern at Emerge Law The following Q/A post answers some questions revolving around privacy laws and COVID-19 in the workplace. The post, by no means,
Marketing Restrictions in the Cannabis Industry
Since the legalization of cannabis and the coming into force of the laws and regulations that govern the use, possession and sale of cannabis on October 17, 2018, there has
Can You Compete with a Previous Employer?
You or your co-founders could run into problems if your new venture is in the same space as any founder’s prior employer. Each founder must review the agreements with his
Remote Work: Three Legal Issues for Employers to Consider
Many companies are starting to adopt remote work arrangements as part of a work culture focusing on work product rather than work process. This can bring a lot of benefits to an organization, like
Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA): Five Things Startups Should Know
In today’s business landscape, confidential information is a valuable asset for most businesses and, in the current information technology era, for many startups, confidential information is a principal asset. So,
To incorporate or not to incorporate? Incorporating your Business 101
At Emerge Law’s Startup & Business practice, clients often ask us the question: Should I incorporate? The simple answer to this question is…..it depends. The decision on how to structure
Navigating Government Programs
Confused on where to start? Check out the charts below! For Employees and Self-Employed: If you are eligible, click here to apply for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit. For Employers:
Startup Funding & Relief Programs #COVID19
It’s no secret that raising money for startups will be challenging right now. It seems like everyone is still panicking or are extra cautious when it comes to investing. It
Founder’s Guide: Navigating Human Resources During #COVID-19
COVID-19 has completely altered the business landscape, and almost every Canadian business has undergone massive operational changes in the last couple of weeks. One of the forefront issues that many
#Coronavirus: 6 Things Employers Need to Consider
Yesterday, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Coronavirus (COVID-19) as a global pandemic. It’s no surprise that all types of businesses are being impacted in some shape or form,