Our firm has been providing legal services to Habitat for Humanity for over 25 years. We believe in giving back to the community and helping people get on their feet and this is just one of the ways we do it.
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TEDxKelowna
TagscommunityWe not only sponsor TEDxKelowna but Christy and Alison volunteer their time to help organize the event as well. This event engages the community, fosters debate and discussion, and is worth checking out.
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Motionball Marathon of Sport
TagscommunityWe proudly sponsored the California Kickball station at this year's event helping to raise funds for Special Olympic athletes.
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Access Pro Bono
TagscommunityWe're active in providing legal assistance to low income individuals throughout the Okanagan. We participate in Pro Bono Going Public as well as at regular pro bono legal clinics organized through Access Pro Bono.
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Canadian Blood Services
TagscommunityWe’re a Partner for Life with Canadian Blood Services meaning we have committed to meeting an annual goal for donations. Our firm has also initiated ‘donation competitions’ with other professionals in the community to increase the overall number of donations.
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Violated trust: the vulnerability of seniors with dementia
TagsArticles, Wills & Estate PlanningDementia attacks the ability of the mind to make sense of everyday events. It can strip us of our normal common-sense that would normally allow us to pick out individuals that are seeking to take something from us. Family members unfortunately are placed in a position of opportunity to take advantage of persons with dementia.…
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When exactly is your will a will?
TagsArticles, Wills & Estate PlanningUnder the Wills Act, a valid Will had to be in writing signed before two witnesses who also signed the Will at the same time in each others' presence. These requirements were mandatory. If they were not followed, the document was not a Will. Will Estates and Succession Act On March 31, 2014 the Wills…
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I’m Power of Attorney. What should I do?
TagsArticles, Wills & Estate PlanningIf you have agreed to act as someone's (the "Adult") attorney under an enduring power of attorney ("POA"), and you are not sure what you should do, here are a few tips: Power of Attorney Tips 1. Learn where important financial information is, and how the Adult would like you to manage their property when…
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A Prenup: Why You Should Consider One
TagsArticles, Family LawThe dissolution of a relationship is never an easy thing. Breakups bring disagreements, and when those disagreements involve the division of property, debt, and spousal support, things can get messy quickly. One of the best ways to reduce conflict on separation is to enter into a prenup, more commonly referred to as a cohabitation agreement.…
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