5-8857
A.B. Adler
957-896219(1)
November 1, 1989
Dear Sirs:
This is in reply to your letter dated October 6, 1989, concerning the possible application of the doctrine of constructive receipt to the members of a proposed employee benefit plan ("EBP") for the 24(1).
As indicated in paragraph 23 of Information Circular 70-6R we do not provide written opinions on proposed transactions. However, we are prepared to provide you with the following general comments.
The comments in paragraph 10 of Interpretation Bulletin, IT-502 with respect to constructive receipt continue to apply to all EBPs including those established for a team of professional athletes.
Should you wish to pursue this matter further we suggest that you request a ruling.
We trust that our comments will be of assistance to you.
Yours truly,
for Director Financial Industries Division Rulings Directorate