by John Wires | Jun 10, 2025 | General, Incorporating
In The Law for Founders, we explored the risks related to ensuring that your corporation is actually a separate legal entity from you, as the shareholder. Those same risks apply whether you hold ownership of your company individually, or via another ‘holding company’...
by John Wires | Jun 10, 2025 | Founder Stories, Incorporating, Intellectual Property, Share Capital, Shareholder Agreements
Usually, the articles of incorporation and company by-laws are not sufficient to protect the interests and expectations of each founding shareholder in a start-up. Even before outside investors come on board, many start-ups enter a shareholder agreement to protect...
by John Wires | Jun 8, 2025 | General, Incorporating, Intellectual Property
DISCLAIMER: The information in this article is not (and is not intended to be) legal advice. This is legal information only. Reviewing information about the law may help you understand whether you need legal assistance. Whether and how this information applies to your...
by John Wires | Apr 10, 2025 | Founder Stories, Incorporating, LawBits, Small Business Financing
Many early stage companies in Canada are self-financed, either with founder loans, or loans from friends and family. Some founders consider protecting their loans against trade creditors and other lenders by entering a form of loan agreement or promissory note, along...
by John Wires | Nov 10, 2024 | Incorporating, LawBits, Share Capital, Shareholder Agreements, Stock Options, Venture Capital
Employee stock options (ESOs) are a popular form of compensation among start-ups, particularly in the technology sector. Options grant employees the right, but not the obligation, to purchase company shares at a predetermined price, often vested over a period of 3-4...
by John Wires | Sep 27, 2024 | Business Names, Incorporating
DISCLAIMER: The information in this article is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Choosing and registering a business name involves legal considerations that vary depending on your jurisdiction, the nature of your...
