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62564.05This paper explores the courts’ interpretive baseline, the use of the oppression remedy, appraisal and derivative tools under the Alberta Business Corporations Act (ABCA), and the enforceability of restrictive covenants in shareholder contexts. It also discusses which dispute resolution architectures in USAs tend to help or hinder efficient outcomes, and offers drafting guidance aligned with the remedies and interpretive trends most evident in Alberta jurisprudence. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s In-Depth USAs program in Edmonton on November 20, 2025.
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62564.02There are many things to consider when drafting a Unanimous Shareholder Agreement. This paper explores the common errors and potential enhancements to consider when drafting a Unanimous Shareholder Agreement, and includes examples of situations where arguments might arise when they could easily have been avoided. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s In-Depth USAs program in Edmonton on November 20, 2025.
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62564.01This paper explores the general overview of unanimous shareholder agreements (USAs) and common provisions including the purpose and benefits of a USA; legal effects and considerations; common provisions in USAs; governance structure and decision-making; financing and contribution obligations; share transfer restrictions and exit mechanisms; dispute resolution clauses; confidentiality and restrictive covenants; and more. This paper also summarizes nine case summaries all dealing with unique USAs. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s In-Depth USAs program in Edmonton on November 20, 2025.
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OC-62564-6Explore key tax issues that may arise with respect to unanimous shareholders agreements (“USA”), with topics including deemed ownership, de jure and de facto control, life insurance, and USA flexibility. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled In-Depth USAs on November 20, 2025. Total running time is 41 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62564-5Explore the courts’ interpretive baseline, the use of the oppression remedy, appraisal and derivative tools under the Alberta Business Corporations Act (ABCA), and the enforceability of restrictive covenants in shareholder contexts. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled In-Depth USAs on November 20, 2025. Total running time is 1 hour.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62564-4Examine the formation of unanimous shareholder agreements with topics including minority rights, company structure, shareholder considerations, related entities, and power of attorney. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled In-Depth USAs on November 20, 2025. Total running time is 47 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62564-3Explore specific considerations for unanimous shareholder agreements and professional corporations, with topics including governance, shareholdings, and disposition provisions for professional corporations. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled In-Depth USAs on November 20, 2025. Total running time is 34 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62564-2There are many things to consider when drafting a Unanimous Shareholder Agreement. Explore the common errors and potential enhancements to consider when drafting a Unanimous Shareholder Agreement and review examples of situations where arguments might arise when they could easily have been avoided. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled In-Depth USAs on November 20, 2025. Total running time is 53 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62564-1Personal License $95.00Explore the general overview of unanimous shareholder agreements (USAs) including the purpose and benefits of a USA. Examine common provisions in USAs such as, governance structure and decision-making, financing and contribution obligations, share transfer restrictions and exit mechanisms, dispute resolution clauses, and confidentiality and restrictive covenants. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled In-Depth USAs on November 20, 2025. Total running time is 1 hour, 11 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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62542.01It is important for lawyers advising on estate freezes, succession planning, and business restructurings to understand section 51 share exchanges. This paper explores section 51 requirements and benefits, common applications, pitfalls and red flags, and key provisions in section 51 agreement. These materials were presented at LESA’s Tax-Deferred Share Exchanges Under Section 51: A Primer for Lawyers webinar on October 7, 2025.
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OC-62542Personal License $95.00Explore topics such as an overview of section 51 of the Income Tax Act, common applications, common pitfalls and red flags, and primary differences between section 51 rollovers, and section 85 and 86 rollovers. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on October 7, 2025. Total running time is 40 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62547Personal License $95.00Explore the tools to confidently structure and document these transactions without falling into common traps. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on August 12, 2025. Total running time is 1 hour.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
