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Franchisors are required under the Franchises Act to provide a Franchise Disclosure Document (“FDD”) to potential franchisees in British Columbia at least 14 days before the parties enter into a
In a recent study from France, researchers found that women who use hormone drugs for contraception may have an increased risk of developing meningioma, which are rare and usually benign
It has never been more important to police your trademarks and ensure you are not only using them in commerce but using them “as registered”.
If a property owner agrees to a restrictive covenant for a specific purpose, can that covenant be kept if there is only a “remote” possibility of the purpose being fulfilled?
Negotiations are commonplace during the hiring process. However, there is a risk that such negotiations could inadvertently make subsequent written employment contracts unenforceable.
Transferring a liquor license in British Columbia as part of a commercial transaction requires careful planning, due diligence, and an understanding of the regulatory framework.
While it is easier to prove that a person has suffered a fractured bone after slipping and falling, it is often more difficult to prove a brain injury.
Exclusivity clauses have been common in commercial lease agreements, and for good reason. It is often essential to a business to ensure their competitors don’t open a storefront next door.
Unless an exemption applies, real estate purchases are subject to GST. To determine whether an exemption applies, the seller must consider how the property was used during its ownership.
Should I put my Will in my safety deposit box? How easy is it for my executor to access my Will? Tips on safety deposit boxes and your Will.
Many employers know the importance of getting their new employees to sign a written employment agreement, but it may come as a surprise that when the employment agreement is signed
A Power of Attorney, if used carefully, is an important estate-planning tool. This document is commonly prepared to provide for situations where a person cannot manage their own affairs.
Recent Firm News
After a two-week period of electronic voting, the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce has announced it’s 2025-2026 Board of Directors, including Pushor Mitchell LLP's Patrick Bobyn as Vice-President Elect.
As new gym memberships get their first scans and optimistic new year budgets are drafted, it is important to take a moment to not only prepare for the challenges of the year to come but to reflect on the accomplishments of the year past.
OC Foundation distributes over $500,000 in student awards, including Pushor Mitchell LLP Awards for three Okanagan College students.
Following their Annual General Meeting on November 19th, the Greater Westside Board of Trade (GWBOT) has announced their 2024/2025 Board of Directors.
Dayton Janz (IG Private Wealth Management) has been named as the Kelowna Chamber's 2024 Indigenous Business of the Year, sponsored by Pushor Mitchell LLP.
On October 11, the Kelowna Art Gallery celebrated the launch of their new exhibition Rise/Fall: Works from the Permanent Collection.
Pushor Mitchell is thrilled to welcome Liz Hatcher to the firm as the newest member of our team.
Finalists for the 2024 Kelowna Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards have been announced. Pushor Mitchell is proud to return as a sponsor of this year's Indigenous Business of the Year Award.
On October 26, the Kelowna Chamber Music Society launched their 2024/2025 season with a performance by the Gryphon Trio, an award-winning, Canadian classical trio from Toronto.
On September 27, the Dress for Success Charity Gala took place at Revelry Food + Music Hub. The event raised a large donation of lightly-used women's business clothing and $5,500 for the charity.
Pushor Mitchell LLP is proud to announce that Melodie Lind has been recognized by Best Lawyers® as one of their 2025 Best Lawyers in Canada® for her work in Corporate Law.
On September 18, Pushor Mitchell will be hosting our annual Downtown Kelowna After 5 mixer at our downtown office (301-1665 Ellis Street).