DCL Law

09/30/2026

09/24/2026

What happens when a homeowner falls behind on their mortgage payments?

Our latest article explains what foreclosure is and how the process works in Nova Scotia.

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09/10/2026

Running an incorporated business in Nova Scotia? Proper record-keeping isn’t optional — it’s required to stay compliant, protect your company, and support good governance.

Here’s some of what incorporated businesses should keep organized and up-to-date:

📌 Corporate minute book containing key documents
📌 Meeting minutes and resolutions of directors and shareholders
📌 Registers for directors, officers, and shareholders
📌 Financial and tax records to support CRA and corporate filings

These records help show that your corporation is acting properly and can be essential for audits, financing, ownership changes and more.

09/07/2026

Wishing everyone a relaxing long weekend and celebrating the hard work and dedication of workers across our communities.

09/03/2026

Honoured to be recognized by Best Lawyers® Canada 2027 for work in real estate law.

08/17/2026

Important Update for Nova Scotia Property Buyers

New regulations respecting the Provincial Non-resident Deed Transfer Tax took effect August 6, 2026.

The changes clarify residency requirements, exemptions, refunds, and more.

Buying property in Nova Scotia? Questions about how the rules may apply to you? We're here to help!

07/29/2026

Security deposits are a common source of disagreement between landlords and tenants, but the rules around them are quite clear in Nova Scotia.

Check out our blog for details:

https://www.dcllaw.org/news?p=security-deposit-rules-in-nova-scotia

07/15/2026

How often can rent be increased in Nova Scotia? 🏠

Understanding rent increases helps both tenants and landlords avoid disputes and stay compliant with the Residential Tenancies rules.

Check out Brennan's recent Blog for more information:

https://dcllaw.org/news?p=how-often-can-rent-be-increased-in-nova-scotia

06/23/2026

It's Brennan’s 10-year anniversary with DCL Law. Happy anniversary!

(This is his first picture as a "real" lawyer!)

06/10/2026

And another Deed Transfer Tax increase is coming!