How changes to Ontario Architects Act helps companies expand

'Recent changes in ownership restrictions on Ontario architecture firms are making it easier for companies to form partnerships and grow their businesses, according to speakers at a recent education event.

Before the provincial Architects Act was amended, at least 51 per cent of shares of architectural firms were required to be held by architects or professional engineers, said Elaine Pantel, principal for assurance and business advisory at Shimmerman Penn , an accounting, audit and consulting firm. The other 49 per cent of shares had to be held by employees of that firm...'

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