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Legal Guides for Canadian Founders

Practical advice on employment law, IP protection, compliance, and everything else you need to build a startup in Canada without getting sued.

Employment Law•12 min read
Employment Contract Ontario Template: What You Actually Need to Know
Ontario's ESA sets the floor. Your contract needs to stay above it — or the whole thing can be thrown out. Covers the Waksdale decision, ESA minimums, termination clauses, and a pre-signing checklist.

March 1, 2025

IP & Confidentiality•10 min read
NDA Canada Startup: When to Use One, When to Skip It
Most founders either over-use NDAs (sending them to investors who won't sign) or under-use them (skipping them with contractors who walk away with your code). Here's the practical framework.

March 4, 2025

Employment Law•8 min read
Employment Contract Mistakes Ontario Founders Make
Avoid costly hiring mistakes with these 7 employment contract pitfalls that Ontario startups fall into—and how to fix them before they cost you thousands.

March 15, 2024

IP Protection•6 min read
When Do I Need an NDA? Canadian Startup Guide
Learn exactly when to use NDAs in Canada, what they protect, and when they're a waste of time. Includes province-specific enforceability tips.

March 14, 2024

Tax & Compliance•10 min read
Contractor vs Employee: CRA Classification Guide
Navigate CRA's 6-factor test for contractor classification. Avoid misclassification audits that can cost you back taxes, penalties, and CPP contributions.

March 13, 2024

IP Protection•9 min read
How to Protect Your Startup IP in Canada
A practical guide to protecting your intellectual property in Canada: trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets for bootstrapped founders.

March 12, 2024

SaaS & Tech•7 min read
SaaS Terms of Service: What Canadian Law Requires
Build compliant SaaS terms of service that satisfy PIPEDA, CASL, and provincial consumer protection laws. Includes must-have clauses and common mistakes.

March 11, 2024

Employment Law•11 min read
Non-Compete Clauses in Canada: Province-by-Province
Non-competes are tricky in Canada. Learn what's enforceable in Ontario, BC, Alberta, and Quebec—and how to write clauses that actually hold up in court.

March 10, 2024

Corporate•8 min read
Shareholder Agreements: Avoiding Co-Founder Disputes
Prevent co-founder breakups with a solid shareholder agreement. Covers vesting, decision-making, exits, and what happens when someone wants out.

March 9, 2024

Privacy & Data•6 min read
Privacy Policy Requirements for Canadian Startups
PIPEDA compliance made simple. Build a privacy policy that satisfies Canadian law, handles user data properly, and avoids OPC complaints.

March 8, 2024

Employment Law•5 min read
Employment Standards by Province: Quick Reference
A founder's cheat sheet to employment standards across Canada: minimum wage, vacation, termination notice, and statutory holidays by province.

March 7, 2024

Fundraising•9 min read
Fundraising Documents: What Investors Expect
Prepare for your seed round with the right legal documents: SAFEs, convertible notes, term sheets, and shareholder agreements that Canadian VCs expect.

March 6, 2024

Comparisons•7 min read
LawDepot vs ZeroLawyer: Honest Comparison
An unbiased comparison of LawDepot and ZeroLawyer: pricing, quality, province-specific templates, and which one is right for Canadian founders.

March 5, 2024

Cost & Value•6 min read
How Much Should Legal Documents Cost?
What's fair pricing for legal documents in Canada? Compare lawyer fees, LawDepot subscriptions, and pay-once alternatives to make an informed decision.

March 4, 2024

DIY vs Lawyer•8 min read
DIY Legal: When It Works and When to Hire a Lawyer
Know when DIY legal templates are enough and when you need a real lawyer. Includes a decision framework for Canadian startups at every stage.

March 3, 2024

Getting Started•10 min read
Canadian Startup Legal Checklist: First 90 Days
Everything you need to do legally in your first 90 days as a Canadian startup: incorporation, contracts, IP, compliance, and avoiding common mistakes.

March 2, 2024

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