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Québec’s Bill 10: new rules for subscriptions and ticket resale practices – what businesses need to know

The proposals would create a new legal framework for businesses in these sectors, amplifying risk in class action matters and regulatory scrutiny.

Evolving consumer protection laws will affect suppliers

Consumer protection reforms in Québec, Ontario, British Columbia, and New Brunswick will require suppliers to update online sales practices in 2026.

Navigating the new Competition Act: early impacts and emerging challenges

Transformative amendments to the Competition Act have been in force for just over a year and we are already seeing their impact in several areas.

Raising the bar: how Bill 29’s next phase redefines warranty standards in Québec

This summer, the Québec government published draft regulatory amendments to implement the new statutory “warranty of good working order."

From purchase to repair: how Bill 29 reshapes consumer rights in Québec

Recent legislative amendments will require more rigorous obligations for merchants and manufacturers in relation to goods requiring maintenance.

Insights into Canada’s development of children’s privacy framework

Privacy, regulatory, legislative and policy developments continue to evolve rapidly.

The trademark four(mula): enforcement and risk mitigation

Without proper enforcement, businesses run the risk of losing the distinctiveness of their trademarks and the scope of protection they afford.

Private right of access for relief from anti-competitive harm now in force in Canada

The new right of access under the Competition Act represents the broadest expansion of private enforcement of Canada’s competition laws in a...

What’s new in Québec’s consumer protection law?

Changes to consumer protection legislation in Québec will have implications for those carrying on business in the province.

Highlights of the new Competition Act and pending changes for foreign investment

We explore what all these and other changes mean for businesses operating in Canada.