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Working with CAN-SPAM and the Canadian Privacy Act

Email marketers need to be aware of the legislation in the U.S. and Canada regarding spam. The U.S. CAN-SPAM Act and Canada's PIPEDA Act are both designed to ensure that are not taking advantage of customers by sending unsolicited email without consent. This article outlines best practices for email marketers under the laws.

Are Canadian Courts Adapting with New Technologies?

The cornerstone of any free society is a thriving court system which takes the approach to justice very seriously. For a court system to truly serve its constituents it has to keep up with the technology and the Canadian legal system is no exception. Fortunately, the modern technological advances that have been woven into the Canadian courts have proven to not only be cost effective but also to serve the greater good.

Canada’s New Anti-Spam Legislation – How does it affect your business?

Bill C-28, Canada’s anti-spam legislation, was recently passed and will come into effect later this year. While its intended target is deceptive forms of spam, Canadian small and medium sized businesses should be aware of the Act in order to ensure their compliance when contacting leads, networking and developing marketing campaigns. This article highlights of the important aspects of Bill C-28 that small business owners need to know.

Creating a contract - protecting yourself and your business

In business, a well designed contract protects you from any unknown variables, much like an insurance policy. You pay for the policy, hoping that you’ll never have to use it. More specifically, a contract helps you manage and avoid potential risks. Due to the unpredictability of the business world, smart professionals create contracts to reduce any unnecessary costs and minimize all risks.

The business plan and why you need it

As a business owner, you have to be aware of and work with so many variables – like creating a compelling product, building a great team, generating sales and keeping your customers loyal. Writing a business plan helps you as it will guide you in understanding how your company operates. The process of writing a business plan, will help you learn how to forecast any challenges, understand what resources you would need and even manage your own company more effectively.

Financing Options for Start-ups

One of the biggest challenges for many start-ups is to find money to keep the company running. This article outlines some ways in which start-ups can acquire financing for their business.

Overview of the Canada Not-For-Profit Corporations Act

Recently, a new law called the Canada Not-For-Profit Corporations Act ("CNPCA") came into effect aimed at eliminating unnecessary regulation and providing flexibility to the not-for-profit sector. The new legislation modernizes the corporate governance of not-for-profit corporations by promoting accountability, transparency and efficiency. This articles highlights the important provisions within the Act that will affect non-profit corporations.

Small business financing - tapping into Ottawa\'s R&D tax incentive program

SRED is known as the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Tax Credit program. According to the Canadian Revenue Agency - the SRED program is meant for the businesses that conduct research and development in Canada. It is the largest source of funds from the government in regards to R&D programs that supports industrial research. This article outlines the SRED eligibility requirements for small business.

Researching your Business Opportunity

The success rate of a new business getting past its third year is low. To increase your probability of success, you must ensure that the business opportunity that you explore is financially viable, has a market and that the idea is suitable for your personality. Before you take the plunge, take the time to do some research into the opportunity and see if it\'s a right fit for you.

Why small businesses are important for the Canadian economy

In recent years, small businesses across the country have played a crucial role in stabilizing the often volatile economy in Canada, and there are a variety of reasons why.

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About the Author: Lionel Perez

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Lionel J. Perez is a lawyer specializing in corporate law and the co-founder and President of CorporationCentre.ca, Canada’s leading online legal document filing and business registration service provider offering a full range of affordable, easy-to-use and convenient document filing services to Canadian small businesses. Prior to founding CorporationCentre.ca, Lionel practiced corporate commercial law with a technology law firm advising start-ups and publicly traded corporations. Lionel holds law degrees from Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto and the Université de Montréal. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science.
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