The Federal House of Commons passed Bill C-14 in 2016 which amended the Criminal Code to provide an exemption to the law that made it a criminal offence to assist someone to commit suicide. The impetus for the introduction of this Bill, was the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision in Carter v. Canada (Attorney General), […]

Canada has already started to see the biggest inter-generational transfer of wealth in its history, as Baby Boomers look set to inherit the wealth of their aging parents. In fact, most Canadians say they expect to receive an inheritance in the future. For many people, an inheritance will be central to enjoying a comfortable retirement. […]