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Our lawyers lend their expertise and knowledge in the blog posts below. They will keep you up to date and informed on the latest news and information centered around legal matters close to home and across the country.
Legal Podcast Episodes
The Quiet Crisis in Leadership: Stress, Sabotage, and What to Do About It
August 29, 2025 Burnout is real—mental fitness is the solution. Join FH&P Lawyers and Alison Yesilcimen for a practical conversation on stress management, leadership habits, and improving performance under pressure.
What Every BC Employer Should Know About Workplace Investigations
July 30, 2025 Explore workplace investigation best practices, legal duties, and common employer mistakes in this insightful conversation with certified workplace investigator Brett McClelland of FH&P Lawyers. Practical…
Early-Stage to Scale-Up: Practical Tips for Startups from FH&P Lawyers and Accelerate Okanagan
June 27, 2025 From startup funding to IP protection, this FH&P Lawyers podcast episode explores how tech entrepreneurs succeed in the Okanagan with the right support.
Legal Articles
Employment Law Basics for Startups
April 14, 2023 Going from startup founder to employer can be a big step. And hiring employees is not a process to be taken lightly. FH&P Associate Ava Aslani provides an overview of Employment Law basics for startups,…
What is a Minute Book and Why Do You Need One
April 03, 2023 Maintaining a minute book is essential and an integral part of managing your company. Without that corporate records book, several issues can arise - ranging from government audits to shareholder disagreements…
FH&P Welcomes Russell Tse to Law Team as General Solicitor
March 30, 2023 FH&P’s legal team is growing again with the addition of Russell Tse. Russell conducts a solicitor’s practice, providing services to his clients in the areas including, but not limited to, residential and…
Recent Changes Open Door for Family Members of Temporary Foreign Workers
March 24, 2023 Family members of Temporary Foreign Workers may now be eligible for work permits thanks to recent changes within Immigration Canada to meet the country’s ongoing labour demands. Jasmine Somal, an FH&P…
Why are Express Entry draw scores so high
March 10, 2023 High scores for the Express Entry Skills Immigration program may be alarming or discouraging, causing dismay and hopelessness based on the level of competition. Carly Perryman, paralegal for the Immigration…
Considerations for Naming Your Company
March 03, 2023 Naming your company requires careful consideration of the legal requirements, your online presence, and potential competing businesses with similar names.
New English Language Test Approved by IRCC
February 17, 2023 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has approved a new English Language Test that will be officially accepted later this year. Jasmine Somal, an FH&P Associate practicing Immigration Law, provides…
Changes to the Health Professions Regulatory Bodies
February 02, 2023 British Columbia health professions and occupations will soon be governed by a new Act. FH&P Associate Jen Schreurs provides an overview of the changes, including the amalgamation of regulatory bodies.
More Opportunity For Skilled Immigrants With Latest Express Entry Draw
January 27, 2023 A recent Express Entry draw indicates that Canada intends to invite more skilled immigrants this year than in previous years. Carly Perryman, paralegal for the Immigration Team at FH&P, explains that…
