M&A
Buying or Selling a Small Business in Canada: What the Legal Process Actually Looks Like
Asset purchase vs. share purchase, due diligence, LOI, and closing — the full legal lifecycle of a Canadian business transaction.
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Canadian startup legal insights for founders.
Plain-language guides on Canadian startup law, incorporation, SAFEs, shareholder agreements, M&A, and commercial contracts — written by Alem Legal Inc., a Canadian law firm for founders in Ontario and Quebec.
Startup Law
Do You Need a Lawyer to Start a Business in Canada? (Honest Answer)
Honest answer: not always. But here is exactly when you do — and what the cost of getting it wrong actually looks like for Canadian founders.
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SAFE vs. Convertible Note: Which Is Right for Your Canadian Startup?
Raising pre-seed or seed money in Canada? Here is what founders need to know about SAFEs and convertible notes — including critical Canadian legal differences.
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What Is a Shareholders Agreement and Why Every Canadian Startup Needs One
The most important legal document your startup will sign before raising money. Here is what it covers and why you need one.
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How to Incorporate a Startup in Canada: Ontario vs. Quebec vs. Federal
Everything you need to know before you incorporate your startup — CBCA, OBCA, and LSA compared for Canadian founders.
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