At What About Law Professional Corporation, we deliver strategic, practical, and proactive legal solutions tailored to businesses across all industries—from startups and family-owned operations to mid-sized corporations and national enterprises.

With deep knowledge of both Ontario and Federal Canadian business law, our team works closely with business owners, executives, and entrepreneurs to ensure legal compliance, mitigate risk, and support sustainable growth.

Business Law in Ontario

Ontario businesses operate under a unique legal and regulatory framework. Our firm provides personalized legal guidance grounded in a strong understanding of local legislation, business realities, and industry trends.

Core Areas of Ontario Business Law:

1. Business Structures & Formation
   • Advice on choosing the most tax-efficient and liability-safe structure: sole proprietorship, general or limited partnership, professional corporation, or business corporation.
   • Incorporation and organization under the Ontario Business Corporations Act (OBCA).
   • Preparation of articles of incorporation, by-laws, and initial corporate resolutions.
2. Business Name Registration
   • Ensuring compliance with the Business Names Act (Ontario) for unincorporated businesses and corporations operating under a trade name.
3. Employment Law Compliance
   • Advising on obligations under the Employment Standards Act, 2000, Human Rights Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and Workplace Safety and Insurance Act.
   • Drafting employment contracts, confidentiality agreements, and workplace policies.
4. Commercial Contracts & Agreements
   • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating shareholder agreements, partnership agreements, supplier and distribution agreements, independent contractor agreements, and commercial leases.
5. Licensing & Regulatory Approvals
   • Ensuring your business meets all municipal, provincial, and sector-specific licensing requirements.
6. Mergers, Acquisitions & Business Sales
   • Legal support for asset and share purchases, due diligence reviews, and business succession planning.
7. Corporate Governance & Compliance
   • Ongoing support for directors and officers to meet statutory and fiduciary obligations, including annual maintenance, minute books, and resolutions.

Federal Business Law – Canada-Wide Coverage

For businesses operating across provinces or engaging in cross-border transactions, compliance with federal business legislation is essential.

Key Aspects of Federal Business Law:

1. Federal Incorporation – Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA)
   • Nationwide name protection, increased corporate mobility, and alignment with international business standards.
2. Competition & Consumer Protection
   • Advising on compliance with the Competition Act regarding fair marketing practices, pricing, restrictive trade practices, and merger control.
3. Privacy & Data Protection – PIPEDA
   • Ensuring lawful data collection, storage, and usage in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
4. Canadian Anti-Spam Law (CASL)
   • Reviewing marketing practices and commercial electronic communications for compliance with CASL consent and disclosure requirements.
5. Foreign Investment & International Trade
   • Advising non-residents on business incorporation, regulatory filings under the Investment Canada Act, and compliance with import/export regulations.
6. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance
   • Support for businesses in regulated industries (e.g., finance, crypto, real estate) with compliance under the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA).

Our Business Law Services Include:

• Business Incorporation & Organization (Federal and Ontario)
• Corporate Restructuring & Reorganizations
• Shareholder, Partnership & Joint Venture Agreements
• Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation
• Commercial Lease Review & Negotiation
• Business Purchase & Sale Transactions
• Employment Agreements & Workplace Policy Development
• Compliance, Risk Management & General Counsel Services