Shareholder Agreement Template – Canada

The Shareholder Agreement Template – Canada is offered in multiple formats, including PDF, Word, and Google Docs. Each version is fully customizable and ready for printing, ensuring that you can easily tailor it to your requirements.


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Shareholder Agreement Template – Canada

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1. Parties Involved





2. Purpose of the Agreement

3. Share Capital

4. Shareholder Responsibilities

5. Voting Rights

6. Dividends

7. Transfer of Shares

8. Dispute Resolution

9. Confidentiality Obligations

10. Governing Law

11. Signatures and Acceptance





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Shareholder Agreement Template – Canada (1)
Between:
[Shareholder 1’s Name]
[Shareholder 1’s Address]
[Shareholder 1’s Phone]
[Shareholder 1’s Email]
And:
[Shareholder 2’s Name]
[Shareholder 2’s Address]
[Shareholder 2’s Phone]
[Shareholder 2’s Email]
Introduction:
This Shareholder Agreement (“Agreement”) sets the terms and conditions for the management of shares and the relationship between the shareholders of [Company Name], effective as of [Effective Date].
Clause 1: Purpose
The purpose of this Agreement is to outline the rights and responsibilities of each shareholder and to ensure the smooth operation and management of the Company.
Clause 2: Share Capital
The total issued share capital of the Company is [Total Shares], distributed as follows: [List Shareholder Names and Number of Shares].
Clause 3: Decision Making
Decisions regarding the business affairs of the Company shall be made by majority vote of shareholders holding more than [Percentage]% of the shares, excluding any shares held by shareholders who are in breach of this Agreement.
Clause 4: Dividend Distribution
Dividends shall be distributed in proportion to each shareholder’s ownership percentage as determined on an annual basis, pending approval by the shareholders.
Clause 5: Share Transfers
No shareholder may transfer shares without the prior written consent of the other shareholders, except in the event of death, where shares will be transferred to the deceased shareholder’s estate.
Clause 6: Confidentiality
All shareholders agree to maintain the confidentiality of proprietary information related to the Company, and not disclose any details to third parties without prior written consent.
Clause 7: Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Canada.
Signed in [City], [Date].
Sincerely,
[Shareholder 1’s Signature]
[Shareholder 1’s Name]
[Shareholder 2’s Signature]
[Shareholder 2’s Name]
Shareholder Agreement Template – Canada (2)
Between:
[Shareholder 1’s Name]
[Shareholder 1’s Address]
[Shareholder 1’s Phone]
[Shareholder 1’s Email]
And:
[Shareholder 2’s Name]
[Shareholder 2’s Address]
[Shareholder 2’s Phone]
[Shareholder 2’s Email]
Introduction:
This Shareholder Agreement (“Agreement”) outlines the rights, obligations, and relations among the shareholders of [Company Name], commencing from [Effective Date].
Clause 1: Objectives
The objectives of this Agreement are to define the governance framework of the Company and to protect the interests of all shareholders.
Clause 2: Share Allocation
The share allocation is as follows: [List of Shareholders and Their Shares]. Any new issuance of shares shall require the mutual consent of all existing shareholders.
Clause 3: Voting Rights
Each shareholder’s voting rights shall be proportional to their shareholding, with decisions requiring a simple majority unless otherwise specified.
Clause 4: Rights of First Refusal
If a shareholder intends to sell their shares, the other shareholders shall have the first right to purchase those shares before they can be offered to external parties.
Clause 5: Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall first be attempted to be resolved through mediation, and if unresolved, shall be referred to arbitration in accordance with the laws of Canada.
Clause 6: Amendments
This Agreement may only be amended by a written document signed by all shareholders, ensuring that all parties consent to the changes.
Clause 7: Governing Law
This Agreement shall be construed according to the laws of the Province of [Province], Canada.
Signed in [City], [Date].
Sincerely,
[Shareholder 1’s Signature]
[Shareholder 1’s Name]
[Shareholder 2’s Signature]
[Shareholder 2’s Name]

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Shareholder Agreement Template - Canada