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Future of Canada’s carbon markets anchored by Canada-Alberta MOU implementation agreement

A new implementation agreement clarifies Canada’s industrial output-based carbon pricing framework.

Canada and Alberta advance proposed West Coast oil pipeline through implementation agreement

An announced implementation agreement is intended to advance certain commitments under the Canada-Alberta Memorandum of Understanding..

Forever chemicals, forever liability? The rise of PFAS class actions in Canada

Canadian courts are now grappling with claims over alleged contamination from PFAS, or “forever chemicals.”

Canada and Alberta sign draft cooperation agreement on impact assessment after historic MOU

We explore the key aspects of the new agreement and its potential implications for project proponents.

Manitoba Call for Power: update on procurement process for Indigenous majority-owned wind projects

Established renewable energy developers can forge new partnerships with Indigenous groups in Manitoba through Manitoba Hydro’s Call for Power.

UNDRIP in B.C. law: Court of Appeal confirms immediate effect and targets mineral claim regime

B.C. has been instructed by the courts to resolve the inconsistencies between the province’s mineral claims regime and UNDRIP rights and standards.

Alberta Energy Regulator finds Athabasca River Basin is not a ‘person’

A recent decision provides insights into an Alberta regulator’s treatment of natural features.

In a welcome sign for major new project proponents, SCC breathes new life into interjurisdictional immunity

A recent SCC decision relating to interjurisdictional immunity is a welcome development for proponents of regulatory and jurisdictional certainty.

Addressing claims where Aboriginal rights and title overlap

Overlapping claims of Aboriginal title raise complex legal and factual issues that have yet to be fully determined by the courts.

Canada follows B.C.’s lead and recognizes Haida Nation’s title to Haida Gwaii

A recent agreement concerning Haida Gwaii is a historic step in Canada’s recognition of Aboriginal title through agreement and settlement.