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Dividends: What, When, How?
As dividend structuring and timing have been making headlines recently, this article discusses the 'what, when and how' of dividends.
Three reasons to declare the business of your company
As lawyers we are often guiding our clients on defining the “business of the company”, so I thought I’d write a post on this topic. “Business of the company” is formally declared...
When to say no: The Right of First Refusal
This article discusses the right of first refusal clause (ROFR), often seen in the shareholders' agreements or directly in a company's articles of incorporation.
Liquidation Preference: Cashing Out
This article discusses why a liquidation preference is often inserted into deal terms by the investors in a major round of financing.
When is it time to change your corporation's name?
We had previously written an article on the selection of a business name, and as well a second article on defending your business name. I thought I would write an article about...
Why Indemnify? Director’s Liability – Sources and Mitigation
When most of us think about directors of corporations, what comes to mind is the hefty pay (at least in bigger corporations), the prestige, and the power. But with power comes responsibility;...
Authorizing vs. Allocating vs. Issuing Shares in your Company
This article outlines the difference between the often confused concepts of authorized shares, issued shares and allocated shares.
Breaking Down Share Issuance Step by Step
This article provides an overview of the steps involved in issuing shares, once the negotiations with investors have been completed. The process includes the four (4) steps.
Pick of the Litter: Solar Power? Try Seaweed Power!
I was grabbing a coffee at Le Gourmand in Toronto and I saw a guy wearing a shirt that said 'Find what you love and let it kill you.' I was initially...
This Robot Just Wants To Hug A Jellyfish Without Committing Jellymurder
This Robot Just Wants To Hug A Jellyfish Without Committing Jellymurder
TechTO October Meetup
Links from this article: TechTO Meetup event page Our partner organization Tech Toronto is having their next meeting on October 16th. Many CEOs and founders have spoken at these monthly events, wit......
Find What You Love And Let It Kill You
Originally posted on LinkedIn by Chris Snoyer, who is a member of Founder's Only and occasionally guest posts here.
Dividends: What, When, How?
As dividend structuring and timing have been making headlines recently, this article discusses the 'what, when and how' of dividends.
Western Accelerator
Our partner organization, the University of Western, is excited to announce their newest accelerator!
Customer Loyalty: the Golden Rules
Our partner organization Futurpreneur published an article on customer loyalty.
Spotlight on: Toronto's Fashion Startup Ecosystem
Our partner organization Enterprise Toronto has recently published an article on the Fashion industry in Toronto.
Pick of the Litter: New Protocol Could Revolutionize Cryptocurrency Market
The 'Hound is sniffing out cool innovations for you! As soon as I met Jennifer and Upside Foundation of Canada, I liked what they were all about. Their foundation promotes the allocation...
Women Entrepreneurship Week #WhyNotMe Panel Discussion
Links from this article: startGBC Event Page Our partner organization has opened up registration for their #WhyNotMe discussion panel. There will be talks from leading entrepreneurs such as Nicol...
#WhyNotMe – In Discussion with Guy Solomon, Founder & CEO of Penguin Basements
Our partner organization startGBC wrote about an entreprenuer overcoming his failures.
Use an Ironing Board to Flatten Your Public Speaking Nerves
Our partner organization EPICentre published an article on overcoming one of humanity's greatest fears: public speaking.
The Government Doesn't Want Your Waste - New Rules For Landowning Corporations
There are new reporting requirements for all corporations incorporated under the Ontario Business Corporations Act (OBCA), that went into effect in December 2016 under the Forfeited Corporate Property Act, 2015.
Digital Marketing: Unhealthy Habits
Our partner organization Bullfrog Insurance has very recently published a piece on how to improve your online reach.
The New One Percent Is Giving
As soon as I met Jennifer and Upside Foundation of Canada, I liked what they were all about. Their foundation promotes the allocation of 1% of your company’s equity to a charitable...
Pick of the Litter: New Application of CRISPR Removes Gluten From Wheat
The 'Hound is sniffing out cool innovations for you! When you’re a young, broke student, beers are like gold. In college dorms, they’re an entirely separate currency.