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Nightmare with Laneway Suite

Real Estate Law
Are you looking to buy a home in Toronto with a laneway suite? Thinking that a laneway suite will solve your problems of additional space or bring rental income? Think twice before pulling the trigger on your purchase.   The City…

New Tax Hits Foreign Buyers Hard: MNRST

Announcements, Real Estate Law
Do you remember the Non-Resident Speculation Tax (NRST)—the significant 25 percent tax Ontario introduced to discourage foreign buyers from investing in the local real estate market? If that seemed excessive, there is now an additional financial burden: Toronto has added…

The Waiting Game of Canadian Immigration

Immigration Law
You submitted your application. You checked everything twice. Maybe even three times. You hit “Submit,” and now you wait. And wait. And wait. Welcome to the great immigration waiting game—a game where the rules are unclear, the timeline is unpredictable,…

Strategies for Reuniting with Parents in Canada

Immigration Law
Close your eyes for a moment and picture this: you wake up on a Sunday morning in Canada, and instead of a rushed video call across time zones, your parents are right there. Maybe they are in the kitchen making…

Do Not Let Your Passport Ruin Your Plans

Immigration Law
Your passport is more than just a travel document—it is the foundation of your legal status in Canada. Whether you are visiting, studying, working, or planning to become a permanent resident, your passport determines what you can and cannot do.…
New Year, New Plans: MBLAW's Vision for 2025

New Year, New Plans: MBLAW’s Vision for 2025

Announcements
Today we stand on the threshold of a new year, it is a time for reflection and anticipation. At MBLAW, we take a moment to look back at the achievements of the past year and set our sights on the…
Pros and Cons of Provincial Nominee Programs in Canadian Immigration

Pros and Cons of Provincial Nominee Programs in Canadian Immigration

Immigration Law
Preparing documents, meeting all the eligibility criteria for a Canadian Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), only to find out that the program has closed or its requirements have changed overnight, can be disheartening. This uncertainty is the reality of navigating Canada’s…
What Are Closing Costs in a Real Estate Transaction in Ontario?

What Are Closing Costs in a Real Estate Transaction in Ontario?

Real Estate Law
Buying a home is not just about saving for a down payment. Many buyers focus on the purchase price, only to be blindsided by additional fees they did not expect. Closing costs are one of the most misunderstood and overlooked…