Legal Documents for Quebec
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Civil law system based on the Code civil du Québec (CCQ). Contracts governed by Book V of the CCQ, with mandatory good faith (art. 1375) and protection against unfair clauses (art. 1437).
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Business (18 of 174)
Acceptable Use Policy (Quebec)
Create an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) for technology systems, networks, and digital assets governed by Quebec civil law. This policy covers employee use of company IT resources, internet access, email, social media, and data handling obligations under Quebec's Law 25, the Act respecting labour standards (LSST), and the Civil Code of Quebec. An AUP is essential to protect the organization from liability, prevent misuse, and comply with Quebec privacy and cybersecurity obligations.
Arbitration Agreement — Quebec (Convention d'arbitrage)
Agree to resolve disputes through arbitration instead of going to court
Exclusive Distribution Agreement (Quebec)
Grant exclusive distribution rights for products within a defined territory
Master Supplier Agreement — Quebec (Accord-cadre fournisseur)
Establish an ongoing supply relationship with a preferred vendor
Settlement Agreement (Out-of-Court) — Quebec
Settle a dispute out of court with mutually agreed-upon terms
Bill of Sale (Acte de vente) — Quebec
Record the sale and transfer of ownership of personal property
Partnership Dissolution Act (Quebec)
Formally dissolve a partnership and wind down its business affairs
Limited Partnership Act — Société en Commandite (Quebec)
Form a Quebec limited partnership (société en commandite) under CCQ arts. 2236–2249. Defines general partner (commandité) and limited partner (commanditaire) roles, capital contributions, profit sharing, liability limits, and REQ registration requirements under the Loi sur la publicité légale des entreprises.
Business Bill of Sale — Quebec — Acte
Document the sale and transfer of a business from seller to buyer
Equipment Bill of Sale — Quebec — Acte
Record the sale and transfer of ownership of business equipment
Affiliate Agreement (Quebec)
Create a Quebec affiliate marketing agreement covering commission structure, tracking, payment terms, promotional guidelines, IP licence, CASL compliance, Law 25 data privacy, and termination under CCQ and federal marketing regulations.
Annual General Meeting Notice — Quebec
Create a formal Annual General Meeting (AGM) Notice for Quebec corporations under the Business Corporations Act (LSAQ, RLRQ c S-31.1) or Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA). Covers shareholder notification, agenda, quorum, and proxy instructions. Download as PDF or Word.
Anti-Bribery Policy — Quebec
Quebec anti-bribery and anti-corruption policy covering Criminal Code ss. 119-125 (bribery of officials), Corruption of Foreign Public Officials Act (SC 1998 c 34), and Quebec's Act to prevent and fight corruption (RLRQ c P-42.1). For businesses operating in Quebec's regulated sectors.
Anti-Discrimination Policy (Quebec)
Create a Quebec Anti-Discrimination and Harassment Policy compliant with the Quebec Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms (CQLR c C-12), the Act Respecting Labour Standards (LNT, CQLR c N-1.1) psychological harassment provisions, and the Civil Code of Québec. Covers 17 prohibited grounds, psychological harassment, employer investigation obligations, complaint procedures, and remedies through the Tribunal des droits de la personne and the CNESST.
Articles of Association (Quebec)
Create Quebec Articles of Association (Statuts constitutifs) compliant with the Business Corporations Act (CQLR c S-31.1, LSAQ), the Act Respecting the Legal Publicity of Enterprises (CQLR c P-44.1), the Civil Code of Québec, and Registraire des entreprises du Québec (REQ) requirements. Covers corporate name, head office, share classes, board composition, restrictions on share transfer, dissolution, and French-language requirements under the Charter of the French Language (Bill 96).
Assignment Agreement — Quebec
Quebec assignment agreement (cession de créance ou de contrat) governed by CCQ arts. 1637-1659 (assignment of claims) and arts. 1660-1695 (subrogation). Covers assignment of intellectual property, contracts, receivables, or other rights, consent requirements, notice to debtor, and consideration.
Bill of Lading — Quebec
Quebec bill of lading for road or rail freight governed by the Contract of Carriage Act (RLRQ c C-65.1) and CCQ arts. 2030-2058 (carrier obligations). Covers shipper, carrier, consignee, goods description, freight charges, delivery conditions, and carrier liability limits.
Business Bill of Sale — Quebec
Quebec business bill of sale governed by CCQ arts. 1708–1805, the Business Corporations Act (LSAQ), and the Act Respecting the Legal Publicity of Enterprises. Covers goodwill, inventory, equipment, lease assignment, client list transfer, RDPRM lien search, and QST/GST treatment.
Real Estate (18 of 86)
Deed of Hypothec Assignment (Acte de cession d'hypothèque — CCQ arts. 2660-2802) — Quebec
Quebec deed of hypothec assignment (cession d'hypothèque) under CCQ arts. 2660-2802. Covers transfer of a hypothecary claim from an assignor creditor to an assignee, including the secured obligation, rank, and required publication in the Registre foncier or RPMRR.
Warranty Deed — Quality Guarantee (Quebec)
Transfer property ownership with a guarantee of clear and valid title
Release of Hypothec (Quebec)
Release a mortgage lien from a property after the loan is repaid
Sale Deed with Legal Warranty (Acte de vente avec garantie légale — CCQ arts. 1723-1731) — Quebec
Quebec sale deed expressly including the full legal warranty (garantie légale) under CCQ arts. 1723-1731, covering both garantie du droit de propriété (art. 1723) and garantie contre les vices cachés (art. 1726). For residential and commercial immovable sales where full statutory protection is confirmed.
Private Sale Deed — Gré à gré (CCQ arts. 1708-1805) — Quebec
Quebec private immovable sale deed (vente gré à gré) between parties without court intervention under CCQ arts. 1708-1805. Covers the voluntary sale of immovable property, title transfer, legal warranty, mortgage discharge conditions, and Registre foncier publication.
Pet Lease Addendum (Quebec)
Add pet-related rules and fees to an existing lease agreement
Notice of Rent Increase (Quebec)
Notify a residential tenant of an upcoming increase in rent
Commercial Rent Increase Notice (Quebec)
Notify a commercial tenant of an upcoming increase in rent
Eviction Notice / Repossession Notice (Quebec)
Notify a tenant of eviction or property repossession by the landlord
Eviction Notice — Enlargement or Change of Use (Avis d'éviction — agrandissement ou changement d'affectation — CCQ art. 1959) — Quebec
Quebec landlord notice of eviction for substantial enlargement, subdivision, or change of use (changement d'affectation) of a dwelling under CCQ art. 1959. Covers mandatory 6-month notice, TAL authorization, indemnity payable to the tenant, and protected tenant provisions.
Lease Non-Renewal Notice (Quebec)
Notify a tenant that their lease will not be renewed
Landlord Repossession Notice (Avis de reprise de logement — CCQ art. 1957-1967) — Quebec
Quebec landlord notice of repossession of a dwelling (avis de reprise de logement) under CCQ arts. 1957-1967. Covers repossession for the landlord's own use or for an immediate family member, mandatory 6-month notice period, TAL application procedures, and tenant's right to refuse.
Notice of Lease Termination (Quebec)
Formally notify the other party that you are ending a lease
Agricultural Lease (Quebec)
Set terms for leasing agricultural land for farming or ranching purposes
Office Lease Agreement (Quebec)
Set the terms and conditions for renting commercial office space
Commercial Lease (Quebec)
Establish the terms and conditions for renting commercial business premises
Condo Lease Agreement — Quebec (Bail de copropriété divise)
Set the terms and conditions for renting a condominium unit
Emphyteutic Lease (Quebec)
Grant long-term land use rights while retaining underlying ownership
Personal & Family (18 of 86)
Cohabitation Agreement (Quebec)
Define property and financial arrangements between unmarried partners living together
Separation Agreement — Accord (Quebec)
Outline the terms of separation between spouses or common-law partners
Pet Custody Agreement After Separation (Quebec)
Establish pet custody and care arrangements after a couple separates
Boat Bill of Sale — Quebec — Acte
Record the sale and transfer of ownership of a boat or watercraft
Snowmobile / ATV Bill of Sale — Quebec
Record the sale and transfer of a snowmobile or ATV
Vehicle Bill of Sale — Quebec
Record the sale and transfer of ownership of a motor vehicle
Adoption Consent Form — Quebec (Consentement à l'adoption)
Create a Quebec Adoption Consent Form (Consentement à l'adoption) in compliance with CCQ arts. 543–558 and the Youth Protection Act. Used by biological parents or tutors to formally consent to the adoption of a child. Must be notarized or filed with the Director of Youth Protection (DPJ). Download as PDF or Word.
Income Attestation (Quebec)
Provide a formal declaration of your income for official purposes
General Parental Authorization (Quebec)
Grant parental permission for a minor to participate in an activity
School Field Trip Authorization (Quebec)
Authorize your child to participate in a school field trip
International Travel Authorization for Minor (Quebec)
Authorize a minor to travel internationally with another adult
Bill of Sale — Quebec
Quebec general bill of sale for movable property governed by Code civil du Québec arts. 1708-1805 (vente). Covers seller and buyer identification, property description, sale price in CAD, warranty of title (art. 1723 CCQ), latent defects warranty (art. 1726 CCQ), and delivery.
Boat Bill of Sale — Quebec
Quebec boat bill of sale governed by CCQ arts. 1708–1805, the Canada Shipping Act 2001, and the Small Vessel Regulations (SOR/2010-91). Records HIN/NIQ, Transport Canada licence, engine and trailer details, warranty provisions, and RDPRM lien status.
Furniture Bill of Sale — Quebec
Quebec furniture and household goods bill of sale governed by CCQ arts. 1708–1805. Covers individual items and full household lots, warranty provisions, condition disclosure, delivery terms, and transfer of ownership rules under Quebec civil law.
Bill of Sale — Vehicle (Simple) — Quebec
Simple Quebec vehicle bill of sale for SAAQ registration transfer governed by CCQ arts. 1708-1805 and the Highway Safety Code (RLRQ c C-24.2). Streamlined one-page format covering VIN, parties, price, odometer, and warranty status for quick SAAQ processing.
Support Obligation Agreement — Adult (Obligation alimentaire envers adulte — CCQ arts. 585-596) — Quebec
Quebec agreement on alimentary support obligation between adults (spouses, former spouses, ascendants, descendants) under CCQ arts. 585-596. Covers amount, payment method, indexation, duration, and variation of support in accordance with the parties' needs and means.
Character Reference Letter (Quebec)
Create a character reference letter for use in legal proceedings, immigration applications, employment, or other official purposes in Quebec. Character reference letters are commonly used in criminal proceedings before Quebec courts, immigration hearings before the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB), child custody cases in the Superior Court of Quebec, and professional licensing applications. The letter should be sincere, specific, and relevant to the purpose for which it is intended.
Child Custody Agreement (Quebec)
Create a child custody and access agreement for separating parents in Quebec. Under the Civil Code of Quebec (arts. 599–612 C.c.Q.) and the federal Divorce Act, all decisions concerning children must be made in the child's best interest (art. 33 C.c.Q.). This agreement establishes physical custody (garde physique), legal custody (autorité parentale), access schedules, holiday arrangements, child support per the Quebec child support model, and communication protocols between parents.
Estate Planning (18 of 35)
Family Trust Deed (Acte de constitution de fiducie familiale — CCQ arts. 1260-1298) — Quebec
Quebec family trust deed (fiducie familiale) under CCQ arts. 1260-1298. Covers the constitution of a personal trust (fiducie personnelle) for estate planning, income splitting, and asset protection. Includes trustee appointment, beneficiary designation, trust property, and administration rules.
Deed of Gift with Charge (Acte de donation avec charge — CCQ arts. 1806-1841) — Quebec
Quebec deed of gift with charge (donation avec charge) under CCQ arts. 1806-1841. Covers gifts of property subject to obligations imposed on the donee, including support obligations, maintenance conditions, right of return (droit de retour), and revocation for ingratitude under art. 1836 CCQ.
Successoral Withdrawal Notice (Retrait successoral — CCQ arts. 867-898) — Quebec
Quebec notice and exercise of the right of successoral withdrawal (droit de retrait successoral) under CCQ arts. 867-898. Used by a co-heir to acquire an interest sold by another co-heir to a third party, by paying the sale price and costs within the legal delay.
Codicil to Will (Quebec)
Create a codicil (codicille) to amend an existing will under Quebec law. The Civil Code of Quebec (arts. 703–730) recognizes three forms of wills: notarial (acte notarié), holograph (olographe), and witnessed (devant témoins). A codicil must be made in the same form as the original will or in any valid form. Notarial wills and notarial codicils do not require probate (vérification). A codicil modifies specific provisions of an existing will without revoking the entire document, making it ideal for minor updates such as changing a beneficiary, executor, or specific bequest.
Tutorship of Person of Full Age (Quebec)
Establish legal guardianship for a person of full age needing protection
Death Declaration (Quebec)
Formally declare and record a person's death for legal purposes
Declaration of Heirship — Quebec (Déclaration d'hérédité)
Identify the legal heirs and their rights to an estate
Small Estate Declaration (Quebec)
Settle a small estate without going through full probate proceedings
Beneficiary Designation (Quebec)
Name beneficiaries to receive assets from insurance or retirement accounts
Estate Distribution Agreement — Quebec (Accord de partage de succession)
Create a Quebec Estate Distribution Agreement (Accord de partage de succession) for heirs to agree on the division of estate assets outside of court. Governed by CCQ arts. 836–898. Documents how property, assets, and debts of the estate are distributed among beneficiaries with the liquidator's approval. Download as PDF or Word.
Executor Appointment Letter (Quebec)
Create a formal executor appointment letter confirming the designation of a liquidator of succession (liquidateur de succession) in Quebec. Under the Civil Code of Quebec (arts. 776–835 on liquidation of successions), the person responsible for administering a deceased's estate is called a liquidateur, not an executor (a common law concept). This letter can accompany a will or serve as a standalone confirmation of the liquidateur's authority and responsibilities under CCQ arts. 776–835.
Trust Agreement (Quebec)
Create a trust to manage and protect assets for designated beneficiaries
Trust Amendment (Quebec)
Modify specific provisions of an existing trust document
Estate Inventory — Succession (Quebec)
Create a detailed inventory of all assets and debts in an estate
Letter of Wishes — Quebec (Lettre de vœux successoraux)
Create a Quebec Letter of Wishes to accompany your will (testament) and provide guidance to your liquidator (executor) and beneficiaries. Not legally binding under CCQ, but provides personal context and preferences for estate distribution, funeral arrangements, and personal property. Download as PDF or Word.
Estate Liquidator Acceptance (Acceptation de la charge de liquidateur) — Quebec
Quebec declaration of acceptance of the role of estate liquidator (liquidateur de succession) under CCQ arts. 777-835. Documents the liquidator's acceptance of the office, confirms their identity, and acknowledges their duties to inventory the estate, pay debts, and distribute to heirs.
Succession Liquidation (Quebec)
Manage and distribute the assets of an estate after someone passes away
Protection Mandate — Quebec (Mandat de protection)
Appoint someone to manage your affairs if you become incapacitated
Employment (18 of 62)
Employment Termination Agreement (Quebec)
Formalize the terms and conditions surrounding the end of employment
Apprenticeship Agreement (Quebec)
Create a Quebec Apprenticeship Agreement compliant with the Vocational Training and Workforce Qualification Act (CQLR c D-7.1), the Act Respecting Manpower Vocational Training and Qualification (CQLR c F-5, Loi sur la formation professionnelle), the Act Respecting Labour Standards (LNT), the Civil Code of Québec (CCQ), and Commission des partenaires du marché du travail (CPMT) standards. Covers apprentice and employer obligations, journeyman supervision, wage progression, hours requirements, and Emploi-Québec registration.
Employment Certificate (Quebec)
Certify a person's employment status, position, and dates of service
Internship Completion Certificate (Quebec)
Certify that an intern has successfully completed their internship program
Notice of Termination of Employment (Quebec)
Formally notify an employee that their employment is being terminated
Disciplinary Notice (Quebec)
Issue a formal warning to an employee for workplace misconduct
Work Certificate (Quebec)
Certify a former employee's position, duties, and period of employment
CNESST Workplace Accident Declaration (Déclaration CNESST — accident du travail) — Quebec
Quebec CNESST workplace accident declaration and employer notice under the Loi sur les accidents du travail et les maladies professionnelles (LATMP, RLRQ, c. A-3.001). Covers accident description, worker information, employer obligations, CNESST reporting deadlines, and worker's right to benefits.
Commission Agreement (Quebec)
Create a Quebec Commission Agreement compliant with the Civil Code of Québec (CCQ arts. 2085–2097 for employees, arts. 2098–2129 for independent contractors), the Act Respecting Labour Standards (LNT, CQLR c N-1.1) including provisions on commission calculation during notice and vacation, and the Regulation Respecting the Record of Employment. Covers commission rates, calculation methodology, payment timing, chargebacks, draw against commission, and termination of commission obligations.
Consulting / Contractor Agreement — Quebec (CCQ)
Create a legally compliant Quebec Consulting & Independent Contractor Agreement governed by the Civil Code of Quebec (CCQ arts. 2098-2129 — contract of enterprise or for services). Covers scope of work, fees, intellectual property ownership, confidentiality, non-solicitation, termination, and the independent contractor relationship. Distinguishes the contractor from an employee under CCQ art. 2099. Download as PDF or Word.
Staffing Agency Contract (Quebec)
Engage a staffing agency to recruit and place workers for your business
Employment Contract — Contrat (Quebec)
Establish the terms and conditions of an employment relationship
Building Superintendent Contract (Quebec)
Hire a building superintendent and define maintenance duties and compensation
Domestic Worker Employment Contract (Quebec)
Establish employment terms for a domestic worker in your household
Temporary Employment Contract (Quebec)
Set terms for a temporary or fixed-term employment arrangement
Part-Time Employment Contract — Contrat (Quebec)
Establish terms and conditions for a part-time employment position
Full-Time Employment Contract (Quebec)
Establish terms and conditions for a full-time employment position
Departure Agreement / Severance Agreement (Quebec)
Formalize the terms of an employee's departure including severance benefits
Financial (18 of 39)
Promissory Note — Quebec (Billet à ordre)
Document a promise to repay a specific amount of money by a set date
Suretyship Agreement (Quebec)
Guarantee another party's debt or obligation as a surety
Assignment of Claim (Quebec)
Transfer a debt owed to you to another party as the new creditor
Insurance Contract (Quebec)
Set the terms and coverage details of an insurance policy
Credit-Bail (Leasing Agreement) — Quebec
Finance equipment or property through a leasing arrangement with purchase option
Pledge Contract (Quebec)
Pledge personal property as security for a debt or obligation
Loan Agreement (Contrat de prêt) — Quebec
Define the terms and repayment schedule for lending money between parties
Gift/Donation Contract (Quebec)
Formalize a gift or donation of property or money to another party
Indemnification Agreement (Quebec)
Agree to compensate another party for losses or damages they may incur
Private Mortgage Loan Agreement (Quebec)
Set terms for a private mortgage loan between individuals
Debt Acknowledgement (Formal) — Quebec (Acte de reconnaissance de dette)
Create a formal Quebec Debt Acknowledgement (Acte de reconnaissance de dette) — a more comprehensive version than the basic acknowledgment, including repayment commitment and terms. Governed by CCQ arts. 2867—2874. Includes debtor's acknowledgment, repayment promise, interest, and default consequences. Download as PDF or Word.
Debt Acknowledgment — Quebec (Reconnaissance de dette)
Create a Quebec Debt Acknowledgment (Reconnaissance de dette) to formally document an existing debt and interrupt the prescription period. Governed by CCQ arts. 2867—2874. The debtor acknowledges owing a specific amount in CAD to the creditor. Interrupts the 3-year prescription period under CCQ art. 2923. Download as PDF or Word.
Debt Settlement Agreement — Quebec (CCQ)
Create a Quebec Debt Settlement Agreement (Accord de règlement de dette) under CCQ arts. 1671-1698 (extinction of obligations) and arts. 2631-2637 (transaction). Creditor accepts partial payment in full satisfaction of a debt. Covers amount owed, settlement amount, payment schedule, release of remaining balance, and default provisions. Download as PDF or Word.
Insurance Claim Declaration (Quebec)
File a formal insurance claim to report a loss or covered event
Donation Receipt — Quebec (Reçu de don / Reçu officiel de don de bienfaisance)
Create a Quebec Donation Receipt for registered charities (official tax receipt) or private donation acknowledgments. Compliant with CRA and Revenu Québec requirements. Covers donation amount in CAD, date, donor information, and charity registration number. Required for tax credit claims. Download as PDF or Word.
Payment Agreement (Quebec)
Create a structured payment schedule for settling an outstanding debt
Family Loan Agreement — Quebec
Quebec family loan agreement governed by Code civil du Québec arts. 2312-2332 (prêt/loan). Covers loan amount in CAD, interest rate (or interest-free), repayment schedule, gift vs. loan distinction, succession implications, and default remedies under CCQ.
Personal Guarantee (Quebec)
Personally guarantee repayment of another party's debt or obligation
Government & Compliance
Affidavit — Quebec (Déclaration sous serment)
Create a Quebec Affidavit (Déclaration sous serment) for use in court proceedings, administrative matters, or personal legal affairs. Governed by the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC) art. 91 and the Act respecting Commissioners for oaths. Must be sworn before a commissioner of oaths, notary, or judge. Download as PDF or Word.
CNESST Decision Contestation (Quebec)
Contest a CNESST decision under the Act respecting industrial accidents and occupational diseases (CQLR c A-3.001). Covers workplace injury claims, benefit disputes, and employer contestations. Includes grounds for review, supporting evidence, and submission to the Tribunal administratif du travail (TAT).
Quebec Tax Registration Number Application (Matricule Fiscal)
Apply for a Quebec tax registration number (matricule fiscal / numéro d'entreprise du Québec — NEQ) with Revenu Québec. Required for QST collection, payroll source deductions, and corporate income tax. Covers LM-1 registration, QST account, employer account, and associated filing obligations.
Legal Aid Application Form (Quebec)
Apply for legal aid (aide juridique) in Quebec under the Act respecting legal aid and the provision of certain other legal services (CQLR c A-14). Covers financial eligibility, covered legal services, application to a legal aid centre (centre de justice de proximité / CJP), and rights of applicants.
Freedom of Information Request — Quebec
Quebec access to information request under the Act respecting Access to documents held by public bodies (RLRQ c A-2.1). Covers requests to provincial public bodies, 20-day response deadline, personal vs. non-personal documents, and Commission d'accès à l'information review.
Subject Access Request (Personal Information) — Quebec
Quebec personal information access request under Act respecting the protection of personal information in the private sector (RLRQ c P-39.1) as amended by Law 25. Covers requests to private enterprises, 30-day deadline, rectification rights, and Commission d'accès à l'information oversight.
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