Joyce M. Bernasek Joyce M. Bernasek

How will private credit impact M&A transactions?

We look at how private credit entered the Canadian market and the role it could play in M&A transactions in the years to come.

Bitcoin-backed lending: opportunities and considerations for financial institutions

As the cryptocurrency market continues to evolve and mature, traditional financial institutions are increasingly seeking opportunities to engage with...

No forward funding: the Alderbridge Way revision

The Supreme Court of British Columbia has emphasized the importance of clear contractual conditions in financing transactions.

Emerging and High Growth Women in Leadership Series: unlocking opportunities for women on boards

During this session, our speakers discussed opportunities available for women to break barriers and ascend to leadership positions on emerging and...

The impact of IFRS 16 on bond and loan covenants — five years out

A little more than five years ago, IFRS 16 Leases took effect and rewrote the accounting rules for classifying leases and lease payments in financial...

New York Court of Appeals clarifies UCC Article 8 choice of law rules for validity of securities

A recent New York Court of Appeals decision regarding the validity of certain secured notes issued by Venezuela’s state oil company provides...

Criminal interest rate regulations published for consultation

The federal government published draft regulations proposing important exemptions from the application of the criminal rate of interest cap.

Bill C-228: What secured parties need to know

Bill C-228, known as the “Pension Protection Act” (the PPA) received Royal Assent in April 2023 and is now law.

Financing for tech companies in today’s lending environment

Despite the current economic uncertainty and slower activity in the lending market, tech companies are standing out with a strong deal volume. With...