The new Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act (“Act”) will be in force for 2 years starting January 1, 2023. With some exceptions, this means that non-Canadians cannot directly or indirectly purchase any residential property. A non-Canadian is defined under the Act as: a. an individual…
Congratulations to Michael Abrams who has been certified as a Specialist in Real Estate Law by the Law Society of Ontario. One of just four lawyer in Ottawa designated as a Specialist in Real Estate Law, Michael’s certification recognizes his years of work for residential and commercial real estate clients…
Kelly Santini is honoured to be presenting this year’s Ottawa Arts Council Emerging Artist Award. The award recognizes and encourages the achievements of Ottawa artists who are in the early stages of their career in the arts and are working towards becoming recognized professional artists, while engaging with the community….
Just in time for Halloween. A zombie deed is a document which is signed during a property owner’s lifetime but registered on title after the owner dies. In modern legal terminology, this should be referred to by the less catchy name of “zombie acknowledgment and direction”. In a relatively recent…
The legal consequences of COVID-19 related shutdowns and interruptions are only beginning to be felt throughout the world. Parties involved in any form of contract are now examining their obligations and options, including invoking force majeure clauses or frustration. Below, we answer common questions about force majeure or frustration and…
Kelly Santini’s residential real estate group is fully operational during the COVID-19 outbreak and we have made a number of modifications to our operations to accommodate the needs of our staff and clients. We are also working closely with our bank and other service providers to develop procedures that allow…
Ingarra v 301099 Ontario Limited o/a Previn Homes, 2020 ONCA 103 In its most recent decision on new build delayed closing dates, the Ontario Court of Appeal provides us with a cautionary tale: read your agreement and understand your options in case of delayed closing. Mr. Ingarra bought a new…
We are very pleased to welcome Michael Nehme to Kelly Santini LLP. Based in our west end office, Michael advises business owners on all aspects of their commercial real estate needs. He also advises on corporate/commercial law and acts for many individual home buyers and sellers on their residential real…
