What is a General Security Agreement? A GSA is a contract signed between two parties, a borrower and a lender. The GSA protects the lender by creating a security interest in all or some of the assets of the borrower. In sum, the GSA outlines the terms and conditions of the loan, and lists the […]
Category: Canada
What Is The Proof Of Ownership Of A House In Canada?
All Canadian jurisdictions require that the transactions regarding land ownership be registered or recorded in their registry or land titles office. This is the only way to establish conclusive proof of land ownership. How do you prove ownership of a house in Canada? The Land Titles Office produces a certificate of title that lists you […]
Is A Refugee Claimant A Temporary Resident In Canada?
Refugee claimants are temporary residents who request refugee protection upon or after arrival in Canada. Are refugees temporary residents in Canada? In-Canada refugee claimants do not have valid temporary residence status, which is a requirement to apply for either the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program and Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program. What is the status […]
Does Canada Have A Tax Treaty With The Netherlands?
Under Art. 10(2) of the Netherlands-Canada tax treaty, the source state can subject the dividends to withholding tax. If the recipient is the beneficial owner the tax shall not exceed 5% (25% under domestic law) if the company has a participating interest. Is there a tax treaty with the Netherlands? The U.S.- Netherlands Income Tax […]
What 6 Things Must Appear On A Food Label In Canada?
By law, most packaged food must be labelled with: a nutrition facts table, which gives you information on: serving size. calories. nutrients. an ingredient list, which lists all the ingredients in a food by weight. this begins with the ingredient that weighs the most and ends with the ingredient that weighs the least. What are […]
What Companies Have Unions In Canada?
Workplaces We Represent Agropur. Aramark Canada. Burnbrae Farms. Canada Bread. Cargill. Coca-Cola Canada. Compass Group. Diageo Canada. What are the largest unions in Canada? The Canadian Union of Public Employees is Canada’s largest union, with 715,000 members across the country. CUPE represents workers in health care, emergency services, education, early learning and child care, municipalities, […]
Is Canada Post International Shipping Reliable?
Canada Post international shipping tracking has many mixed reviews. While others say it is accurate, some customers say it isn’t. If you want to be sure where your parcel is, you can use Ship24. How long does Canada Post take to deliver internationally? four to seven business daysRegular mail to an international destination. The delivery […]
Do Canada Have Social Security Number?
The Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a nine-digit number that you need in order to work in Canada. You also need a SIN to access federal government programs and benefits, such as Job Bank. The SIN indicates that you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and are eligible to work in Canada. Do people […]
Is There Withholding Tax Between Us And Canada?
The United States-Canada Income Tax Treaty provides that interest and royalties generally may be subject to a withholding tax of 10 percent, although a complete exemption applies in certain circumstances. Do Canadians pay U.S. withholding tax? What do you pay? The U.S. withholding tax rate charged to foreign investors on U.S. dividends is 30%, but […]
Who Regulates Gmos In Canada?
Health Canada has been assessing GM foods for more than 20 years. What agencies regulate GMOs? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) ensure that GMOs are safe for human, plant, and animal health. How are GM foods regulated in Canada? There are no […]