Ontario Court of Appeal denies Crown’s motion for leave to appeal decision relating to ‘employer’ due diligence defence under OHSA

The Ontario Court of Appeal has released the sixth and final decision in R v. Greater Sudbury.

AccessPrivacy Monthly Call: Legislative reform and public policy amid global tariff tensions: implications for Canadian privacy, AI and data regulation

The uncertainty triggered by the tariff and trade disputes initiated by the United States has significantly impacted the global economic and...

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.

Federally backed loan guarantees aim to unlock Indigenous investment

The Government of Canada aims to improve access to capital for Indigenous groups seeking financing for major projects.

Avoiding IP quicksand: lessons from ITP SA v. CNOOC Petroleum North America ULC

The decision serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of failing to manage IP diligently within large infrastructure projects.

Entitlements of employees impacted by group termination under the Canada Labour Code

Federal employees impacted by group termination are not entitled to group termination notice or pay in lieu.

Paving the way: Alberta Minister of Affordability and Utilities tables Bill 52 – Energy and Utilities Statutes Amendment Act, 2025

Bill 52 has been tabled by the Alberta Minister of Affordability and Utilities.

Completion of contract refers to work performance: not state of accounts

Several applications for judicial review of an adjudicator’s determination have been brought before the Ontario Divisional Court.

Trump tariffs: Canada mostly avoids U.S. ‘reciprocal’ tariffs…for now

We describe the key details of the executive order, explain how it does and does not affect Canadian goods and discuss what to expect next.

Insights and analysis from Osler’s Deal Points Report

This informative discussion with members of Osler’s Emerging and High Growth Companies Group provided their insights and share the key findings...