Energy

Navigating Canada’s evolving carbon markets

Carbon markets present an opportunity to contribute to Canada’s climate objectives.

The changing environment of federal impact assessment

The current state of the federal Impact Assessment Act is examined, and possible future changes to the Act are explored.

Presenting our Legal Outlook

Osler Legal Outlook provides a look back on key legal developments in 2024 and a look forward to the implications for 2025 and beyond.

Federal government announces constitutionally questionable oil and gas sector emissions cap

Utilizing a cap-and-trade system, the proposed regulations would require the sector to reduce emissions by 35% below 2019 emissions by 2030.

Grassy Narrows brings the battle over mining claims and the duty to consult to Ontario

A notice of application alleges that the Ontario Mining Act violates a First Nation's treaty rights and contravenes principles laid out in the UNDRIP.

Blueberry River First Nations files claim against B.C. for the Gundy Plan

On July 8, 2024, Blueberry River First Nations (BRFN) filed a Notice of Civil Claim^[1] (the Claim) against the province of British...

Energy transition and the opportunity for Canada to be an ‘energy superpower’

In conversation with: Paula Olexiuk and Vivek Warrier The energy transition in Canada is a complex process involving the shift from traditional...

No property, no investment: Koch Industries’ carbon allowances not an ‘asset’ under NAFTA

The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) recently released its highly anticipated decision in Koch Industries,...

BC Hydro’s request for proposals reinforces foundation for Indigenous participation in clean energy future

We address the actions taken by power authorities across Canada to encourage Indigenous participation in new energy-generating projects.

Clean energy tax incentives in Budget 2024

Budget 2024 includes tax incentives to support the adoption of clean energy technology and Canada’s net-zero commitments, including investment tax...