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Practical legal guidance and real case studies from the Business Venture Clinic, written for founders building in Alberta.
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Startup Breakups: Protecting Against Co-Founder Conflict
Co-founder relationships rarely fall apart all at once. How drag-along and tag-along rights in a shareholder agreement can protect founders before conflict erupts.
The Effect of Artificial Intelligence on Corporate Governance
A look at how AI adoption is reshaping director duties and corporate governance in Canada, and six practical steps companies can take to manage the risk.
Corporate Governance in the Age of Climate Risk: The Rise of ESG Disclosure in Canada
How mandatory climate-related disclosure is reshaping Canadian corporate governance, and why startups should build scalable ESG practices early.
Condominium Corporation Governance, Bylaws, Short Term Rentals
How Alberta’s Condominium Property Act, special resolutions, and PIPA shape whether a condo board can prohibit your Airbnb-style rental.
Embracing Diversity in Corporate Governance: A Canadian Perspective
How Canadian corporate governance is evolving on board diversity, from CBCA disclosure rules to 2025 regulatory guidelines and the Osler diversity disclosure report.