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Chronicle of the Chambre des notaires

The notary and verification of your identity

Are you going to meet your notary to finalize a transaction or draw up your will? Don't be surprised when your notary asks you to show two pieces of identification...

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Surrogate pregnancy

Would you like to have a child and use a surrogate mother? You should know that new rules govern surrogate pregnancy to protect the rights of the child who will be...

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Chronique de la Chambre des notaires: Power of attorney and its limits

You have appointed someone to look after your affairs and administer your property for a period of time in a notarized document commonly known as a power of attorney or mandate. This power of attorney allows...

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Selling your home? Protect yourself by making the necessary declarations.

Dear readers, you are no doubt aware of the multitude of information concerning buyer protection when purchasing a movable or immovable property. This month's article...

September 28, 2023

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Équiterre invites Quebecers to resist SUVs

Équiterre's #pasdeVUSpourmoi campaign raises awareness of the impact of SUVs on the environment, road safety and personal finances. Did you know that SUVs cost up to $10,000 more than a car?

September 28, 2023

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Consequences of SUVs - Équiterre and Option consommateurs join forces

Équiterre and Option consommateurs join forces to raise awareness of the impact of SUVs Option consommateurs is a proud partner of Équiterre's #Vraisbesoins initiative. Over a 3-year period, the...

November 25, 2022

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Should you renew your protection mandate?

Your protection mandate was signed several years ago, and you're wondering whether it's still valid. What's more, a new law has just come into force. Is it...

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Product obsolescence: what can legally be done?

Repairability index, tougher laws, ecotaxes, and financial incentives could add to the variety of solutions intended to reduce product obsolescence. How can we take action?
Michelle...

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Be careful! These buying habits eat into your budget

It's not always easy to be an informed consumer in 2022: new services, enhanced functionalities and the enhanced offering of fintechs are making our purchasing journey more enjoyable than ever. But...

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Is the telecommunications industry ready to change?

Only 48% of Canadians say they trust telecommunications companies, according toOption consommateurs's Industry Confidence Barometer. To reverse this...

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Product obsolescence: investing in the right actions

Programmed, planned or observed, product obsolescence can drain consumers' wallets and generate mountains of waste. How can we curb this trend and contribute to a healthier planet?

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A plea for a privacy protection legislative reform

Making the case for privacy law reform By Daniel Therrien, Privacy Commissioner of Canada The context of the...