Question 1

What does a custom Articles of Association include?

Accepted Answer

Your custom Articles of Association will include:

• Share classes and rights (ordinary, preferred, conversion preferences)
• Director powers, appointments and removal procedures
• Decision‑making processes and meeting requirements
• Written resolution procedures
• Transfer restrictions and pre‑emption rights
• Dividend and distribution rules
• Indemnities and limitations of liability
• Other governance mechanics tailored to your business

Each section is drafted specifically to align with your company structure, cap table, and investor requirements.

Question 2

How quickly will I receive my articles?

Accepted Answer

Standard delivery is 3 business days from when we receive your completed questionnaire. Express delivery (1 business day) is available for an additional fee.

After checkout, we send a detailed questionnaire to capture your cap table, governance preferences, meeting requirements, and transfer rules. Once we receive your responses, our Canadian lawyers begin drafting.

Question 3

Who drafts the Articles of Association?

Accepted Answer

All Articles are drafted by licensed Canadian lawyers with extensive experience in corporate law and company formations.

Our legal team specializes in governance documents and has worked with hundreds of Canadian businesses across various industries and company structures.

Question 4

What information do you need from me?

Accepted Answer

After checkout, you'll receive an AI‑powered questionnaire that asks about:

• Your company structure and share classes
• Current shareholders and ownership percentages
• Director appointment and removal preferences
• Meeting and voting requirements
• Transfer restrictions you want to implement
• Dividend policies
• Any existing shareholders' agreements

The questionnaire is conversational and typically takes 10‑15 minutes to complete.

Question 5

Are revisions included?

Accepted Answer

Yes! One round of amendments is included in the base price.

After receiving your draft Articles, you can review them and request changes. Our lawyers will incorporate your feedback and provide you with finalized Articles ready for board/shareholder adoption.

Question 6

Can I speak with a lawyer about my Articles?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. While the base service includes drafting and one round of revisions, you can add a solicitor consultation for additional guidance.

During a consultation, our lawyers can explain specific clauses, discuss governance best practices, and answer questions about implementation and adoption procedures.

Question 7

How is this different from using a template?

Accepted Answer

Generic templates can't account for your specific business needs, shareholder agreements, or investment terms.

Our custom Articles are:
• Drafted by licensed lawyers, not AI or templates
• Tailored to your exact share structure and governance needs
• Aligned with any existing shareholders' agreements
• Compliant with current Canadian corporate law
• Written in clear, plain‑English language
• Ready for immediate board/shareholder adoption

Question 8

Will the Articles cover investor protections?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can include investor‑friendly provisions such as:

• Preferred share rights and conversion terms
• Pre‑emption rights on new share issues
• Tag‑along and drag‑along provisions
• Reserved matters requiring investor approval
• Dividend preferences
• Anti‑dilution protections

We'll work with you to ensure the Articles reflect your investment agreements and term sheets.

Question 9

Can you align the Articles with our shareholders' agreement?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this is strongly recommended. Conflicts between Articles and shareholders' agreements can create legal uncertainty.

If you have an existing shareholders' agreement, upload it during the questionnaire process. Our lawyers will review it and draft Articles that are consistent with your agreement, or suggest amendments where conflicts exist.

Question 10

Are the Articles compliant with Canadian law?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All Articles are drafted to comply with the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA) or applicable provincial corporate statutes.

Our lawyers stay current with corporate law developments and ensure your Articles meet all legal requirements for adoption and filing (where required).

Question 11

What if my company structure changes later?

Accepted Answer

Articles of Association can be amended as your business evolves. Common reasons for amendments include:

• Adding new share classes for fundraising
• Changing director appointment procedures
• Updating transfer restrictions
• Modifying dividend policies

While amendments aren't included in the base price, we can help you amend your Articles as your company grows. It's typically faster and less expensive than drafting from scratch.

Question 12

What happens after I receive the Articles?

Accepted Answer

After finalization, you'll receive:

• A Word document of your Articles for board/shareholder records
• A PDF for signing (if required)
• Brief implementation guidance

The Articles must be formally adopted by your directors and/or shareholders (depending on your jurisdiction). We provide simple instructions for this process.

Once adopted, the Articles replace any default provisions from corporate statutes and govern your company's internal operations.

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