Private Equity Private Equity

Minority investor rights: striking the right balance

Admitting a minority investor requires discussing protective rights in the company’s governance agreements to balance control and flexibility.

Determining fair market value in Canadian management equity repurchases

We explore management equity repurchases, valuation approaches, corporate governance considerations and the implications for management and sponsors.

Key competition law considerations when transferring portfolio businesses to continuation vehicles

Transferring a portfolio business to a continuation vehicle may be subject to mandatory notification under the Competition Act.

PIPE transactions in Canada

A practical overview of private investments in Canadian public equities, with insights for both companies and investors.

Recent Ontario decision illustrates risk of undocumented equity interests

A recent court decision underscores the potential risks of negotiating and finalizing legal documentation after performance has already begun.

Unanimous shareholder agreements: no signature left behind

Unanimous shareholder agreements play a critical role in shaping governance and oversight.

Connect with Osler at IBA 2025 in Toronto!

Osler, your Canadian partner As a proud host of the 2025 IBA Annual Conference in Toronto, we are delighted to welcome our global peers from...

Acquisitions of private businesses in Canada

We review the legal and market factors involved in these deals, offering practical insights to assist buyers and sellers alike.

Return of the hybrid: the rise of structured equity solutions

Organizations can achieve transformative capital solutions through structured equity transactions.

New measures adopted by Canadian Securities Administrators aim to support Canada’s capital markets competitiveness

Continued efforts are being made by Canadian securities regulators to reduce unnecessary regulatory burden and support capital raising in Canada.