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Happy Thanksgiving from Arcus Legal. Our office will be closed on October 13

Happy Thanksgiving to all our valued clients, colleagues, and friends.

Arcus Legal will be closed on Monday, October 13th in honour of Thanksgiving. Our office will reopen on Tuesday, October 14th for regular office hours.

In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Arcus Legal will close its office on Tuesday, September 30th.

This day serves as an important opportunity to reflect on the history and ongoing impacts of residential schools in Canada, and to honor the resilience of Indigenous communities. Together, we can work towards a more inclusive and understanding society. #FurtherTogether

Our office will reopen on Wednesday, October 1st.

Happy Labour Day! Arcus Legal will be closed September 1 for Labour Day

Arcus Legal will be closed for Labour Day on Monday, September 1st, and will return to regular office hours on Tuesday, September 2nd.

Arcus Legal will be closed for Natal Day on Monday August 4

Arcus Legal will be closed on Monday, August 4th for Natal Day.

Our office will reopen on Tuesday, August 5th to regular business hours. Have a great long weekend!

Arcus Legal wishes you a Happy Canada Day. Our office will be closed on Tuesday, July 1.
Happy Canada Day! Arcus Legal will be closed on Tuesday, July 1st for Canada Day.
Our office will return to regular business hours on Wednesday, July 2nd.
Arcus Legal closed Monday May 19 for Victoria Day

Arcus Legal will be closed on Monday, May 19th in honour of Victoria Day.

Our office will return to on Tuesday, May 20th.

Happy Administrative Professionals Day from Arcus Legal

Today on Administrative Professionals Day, we recognize and celebrate the incredible individuals who keep our teams organized, efficient, and thriving.

Your contributions don’t go unnoticed, and we’re incredibly grateful for all that you do to make us go #FurtherTogether !

Arcus Legal will be closed for Good Friday and Easter Monday

Happy Easter from the Arcus Team, we wish you all a joyful and peaceful holiday weekend!

Arcus Legal will be closed on Friday, April 18th in observance of Good Friday, as well as Monday, April 21st for Easter Monday.

We will resume normal office hours on Tuesday, April 22nd.

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Arcus Legal shares notice about Non-Resident Deed Transfer Tax Increase in 2025

Nova Scotia’s Non-Resident Deed Transfer Tax Increasing to 10% in 2025.

Effective April 1, 2025, Nova Scotia is doubling its Non-Resident Deed Transfer Tax (“NRDTT”) from 5% to 10%.

This applies to:

  • Agreements of Purchase and Sale signed after March 31, 2025
  • Other property transfers without such agreements occurring after March 31, 2025

Who Is Affected?:

  • The NRDTT applies to non-residents purchasing residential property (up to three units), including vacant land intended for residential use. The tax is based on the greater of the purchase price or assessed value.

Certain buyers may qualify for exemptions, including:

  • New Residents; those who move to Nova Scotia within six months of closing and provide proof of residency
  • Family Transfers; between qualifying immediate family members
  • Trusts & Estates; where beneficial ownership remains unchanged

What does this mean for you?… [Read more]

Arcus Legal shares office closure for Nova Scotia Heritage Day and highlights 2025 honouree Nora Bernard

Arcus Legal will be closed on Monday, February 17 for Nova Scotia Heritage Day, and will reopen on Tuesday, February 18.

This year for Nova Scotia Heritage Day, we honour Nora M. Bernard, a Mi’kmaq activist from the Millbrook First Nation and a tireless advocate for First Nations communities across the country.

Ms. Bernard was a strong advocate for Residential School Survivors and played an integral role in ensuring justice and recognition for those affected by the Canadian Indian Residential School system. In 1995, she founded an organization to represent survivors, which eventually led to the creation of the largest class-action lawsuit in Canadian history.… [Read more]