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Real Estate • October 2, 2025

Condo Insurance: Do I Need My Own Insurance Policy if I Own a Condo Unit?

Congratulations, you are now the proud owner of a condo. Now you are probably wondering what type of insurance you need and whether you need it at all. The condominium corporation—the legal entity that encompasses all those who own shares in the development—is required to take out and maintain insurance on the common property and…

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Real Estate • October 2, 2025

What are Dower Rights in the Context of Selling a Home?

You must typically deal with dower rights in the context of selling a home when there is a married couple with only one of their names on the title. The Dower Act protects a spouse who is not on the title of their home from having their home sold without their consent—the titled spouse must…

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Real Estate • October 2, 2025

What Is a Real Property Report in Alberta & Who Needs One?

Navigating the complexities of real estate law can be a complicated process. From title insurance to residential lease agreements, all the details matter. Another crucial detail in Alberta real estate is a real property report (RPR), an important document ensuring municipal compliance, and most Alberta real estate transactions require it. You will find that understanding…

Real Estate • July 10, 2025

GST Relief Could Be En Route for First-Time Home Buyers

This blog was originally published on July 10, 2025. Since then, new information has emerged. Please refer to our updated blog on this topic. Tackling the Housing Affordability Crisis: Bill C-4 Canada’s housing affordability crisis continues to be a key concern for policymakers and Canadians alike. In response, the federal government has introduced Bill C-4,…

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Corporate • February 6, 2025

How to Purchase a Business: Legal Steps You Need to Know

Purchasing a business in Alberta can be an exciting and financially rewarding opportunity. Unfortunately, if you are unfamiliar with corporate law, the process of buying a business may seem overwhelming. Engaging with legal counsel may help you develop a comprehensive understanding of both the legal and financial implications involved. Some of the legal steps that…

Real Estate • July 8, 2024

Navigating Commercial Leases

Commercial leasing is a vital aspect of business operations, offering companies the opportunity to secure suitable spaces for their operations. While commercial leases come in all different shapes and sizes, a quality commercial lease considers the rights and obligations of both parties, to each other, as well as to any potential third-party stakeholders – such…

Real Estate • March 4, 2024

Alert: Upcoming Increases to Land Titles Office Registration Fees

On February 29, 2024, the Government of Alberta announced increases to the Land Titles Office (LTO) registration fees, which will affect both property transfers and mortgage registrations. These changes, outlined in the 2024 Budget "Fiscal Plan 2024-27", will have implications for individuals engaging in real estate transactions across the province. Currently, the LTO registration fees…

Real Estate • February 22, 2023

Property Rights Statutes Amendment Act, 2022 – an Update to Adverse Possession Law in Alberta

The Alberta Property Rights Statutes Amendment Act, 2022 (the “Act”), came into force on December 15, 2022. The Act amends three existing Alberta statutes: the Land Titles Act, the Law of Property Act and the Limitations Act, with the effect of updating the law regarding adverse possession in order to protect registered private landowners’ property…

Real Estate • January 24, 2023

New Residential Anti-Flipping Rules Implemented By Federal Government

The Federal government’s new anti-flipping tax rules were passed into law on December 15, 2022 when Bill C-32 received Royal Assent and was legislated as the Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act, 2022. These rules have essentially increased the cost of house flipping in Canada. Under the Act, a “flipped property” means “a housing unit of…

Real Estate • January 12, 2023

The Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act

The Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act (the "Act") and the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Regulations (the “Regulations”) (collectively, the “Legislation”) came into force on January 1, 2023 and affect contracts for the purchase of residential property entered into after this date. The Act prohibits non-Canadians…