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Practical guides to the legal questions Ontarians actually ask — buying a home, planning an estate, facing a power of sale, building a business, and more.

How to Stop a Power of Sale in Ontario
Featured · Mortgage Enforcement8 min read

How to Stop a Power of Sale in Ontario

A power of sale doesn't have to mean losing your home. Here are the five ways Ontario borrowers can stop a power of sale — and why every day counts.

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Published March 5, 2026

How to Write a Demand Letter in Ontario (And When You Need a Lawyer to Send One)Civil Litigation
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How to Write a Demand Letter in Ontario (And When You Need a Lawyer to Send One)

A well-drafted demand letter resolves more Ontario disputes than any courtroom. Here's what to include, what to avoid, and when it's worth having a lawyer sign it.

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Limitation Periods in Ontario: How Long Do You Have to Sue?Civil Litigation
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Limitation Periods in Ontario: How Long Do You Have to Sue?

Most Ontario claims must be started within two years — but the clock does not always start when you think. Here's how discoverability, the 15-year ultimate limit, and short notice rules work.

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Small Claims Court in Ontario: The $35,000 Limit, Fees and How to File a ClaimSmall Claims
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Small Claims Court in Ontario: The $35,000 Limit, Fees and How to File a Claim

Ontario's Small Claims Court handles disputes up to $35,000. Here's what belongs there, how a claim moves from filing to trial, and what it costs to win — or lose.

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Notary Public vs. Commissioner of Oaths in Ontario: Which One Do You Need?Notary
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Notary Public vs. Commissioner of Oaths in Ontario: Which One Do You Need?

A notary certifies copies and notarizes documents for international use; a commissioner takes affidavits for use in Ontario. Here's how to know which one you actually need.

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Do You Need a Shareholder Agreement in Ontario? (And What Happens If You Don't)Corporate
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Do You Need a Shareholder Agreement in Ontario? (And What Happens If You Don't)

Ontario law doesn't require a shareholder agreement, but going without one is one of the costliest gambles a business can take. Here's what it covers and why it matters.

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Condo Status Certificate Review: What Your Lawyer Checks Before You BuyReal Estate
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Condo Status Certificate Review: What Your Lawyer Checks Before You Buy

Before you buy a condo in Ontario, your lawyer reviews the status certificate to uncover underfunded reserves, special assessments, litigation, and restrictive rules — often while your offer is still conditional.

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Power of Sale vs. Foreclosure in Ontario: What's the Difference?Mortgage Enforcement
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Power of Sale vs. Foreclosure in Ontario: What's the Difference?

Power of sale and foreclosure are both mortgage-enforcement remedies, but they work very differently. Here's a clear comparison of how each affects Ontario borrowers and lenders.

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Probate Fees in Ontario: How Estate Administration Tax Is Calculated (and How to Reduce It)Wills & Estates
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Probate Fees in Ontario: How Estate Administration Tax Is Calculated (and How to Reduce It)

Ontario's probate fee is the Estate Administration Tax — $0 on the first $50,000 of an estate and 1.5% above it. Here's how it's calculated and how to legally reduce it.

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Closing Costs in Ontario: What Home Buyers Really PayReal Estate
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Closing Costs in Ontario: What Home Buyers Really Pay

Beyond your down payment, closing a home in Ontario comes with land transfer tax, legal fees, title insurance and adjustments. Here's what they cost and how to budget.

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Do I Need a Lawyer to Buy a House in Ontario?Real Estate
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Do I Need a Lawyer to Buy a House in Ontario?

In Ontario, only a licensed lawyer can register your property transfer and mortgage — so a real estate lawyer is effectively required to close. Here's what they handle and when to get one involved.

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Power of Attorney for Property vs. Personal Care in OntarioWills & Estates
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Power of Attorney for Property vs. Personal Care in Ontario

Ontario recognizes two powers of attorney — one for your property and finances, one for your personal and health care. Here's how they differ, who can sign and witness them, and why both end at death.

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What Happens If You Die Without a Will in Ontario?Wills & Estates
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What Happens If You Die Without a Will in Ontario?

Dying without a will means Ontario's intestacy formula — not your wishes — controls who inherits. Here's how the estate is divided, why common-law partners can be left out, and what it costs your family.

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