Retail and Consumer Products

Significant changes to Québec’s commerce and business language requirements

Québec has overhauled its Charter of the French Language in recent years, with significant implications for organizations operating in the province.

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

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

The proposed GST/HST holiday: Santa comes early for consumers, retailers get coal

The proposed GST/HST holiday might be more headache and hassle for retailers during an already busy holiday season.

Québec seeks to amend Consumer Protection Act and related regulations to increase price and credit transparency

Québec’s Bill 72, if adopted, will contribute to increased price and credit transparency.

Law Commission of Ontario calls for further modernization of province’s Consumer Protection Act

The Law Commission of Ontario has released 32 recommendations for reforms, amendments and regulations aimed at the digital marketplace.

Leveraging AI in franchising: opportunities and legal considerations

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been a driving force in reshaping and transforming business operations across various industries. In the...

Incoming changes to consumer protection legislation in Ontario, New Brunswick and Newfoundland and Labrador

Ontario, New Brunswick and Newfoundland and Labrador have introduced new legislation to overhaul their respective consumer protection regimes. This...

Incoming changes to consumer protection laws: implications for financial service providers

Ontario, New Brunswick and Newfoundland and Labrador have introduced new legislation to overhaul their respective consumer protection regimes,...

Yes, Québec consumer protection laws actually can get stricter: what you need to know about the new warranty and repair obligations of Bill 29

Québec’s Bill 29 introduces new warranty requirements, a prohibition on planned obsolescence, stricter penalties for non-compliance and other...

Guide to Doing Business in Québec

Québec is Canada’s largest province by geography  and its second most populous province. Québec’s strategic location offers unique...