Regulatory, Indigenous and Environmental Regulatory, Indigenous and Environmental

No time to waste: What needs to change to get major projects and key infrastructure built in Canada?

Osler and business leaders in Calgary participated in a post-election panel discussion on what Canada needs to do to convert aspirations for...

Indigenous Law Insights: advancing resource and infrastructure projects in Canada

Stay current with the latest developments in Indigenous law and policy across Canada by tuning into Osler’s Indigenous Law Insights, a monthly...

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.

Mining project halted: Yukon court orders re‑engagement with Kaska Nation

A recent court decision underscores the importance of meaningful consultation with Indigenous groups on proposed mining projects.

Ontario government proposes Bill 17 to advance home-building target

Bill 17 proposes a suite of changes to municipal statutes with the stated goal of removing unnecessary barriers to building.

Some things last forever: Government of Canada proposes regulatory measures for PFAS

The Government of Canada intends to introduce additional regulatory instruments to further restrict the manufacture and use of PFAS.

Indigenous Law Insights: the Crown’s duty to consult and the issue of abuse of process

Stay current with the latest developments in Indigenous law and policy across Canada by joining Osler’s Indigenous Law Insights, a monthly...

Guidance published for reporting to the Federal Plastics Registry – Phase 1

We explore the Federal Plastics Registry’s and Guide for Phase 1 Reporting’s key elements, the reporting standard, and implications for industry.