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Osler Update February 29, 2024

AUC inquiry update: Alberta to declare no-build zones and mandatory reclamation security requirements for renewable energy projects

On February 28, Alberta announced intended changes to its electricity generation regime, including an “agriculture first” approach and buffer...

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AUC inquiry update: Alberta to declare no-build zones and mandatory reclamation security requirements for renewable energy projects
Osler Update January 30, 2024

A surge of initiatives: developments in Alberta power and electricity policy to watch in 2024

Last year saw several policy initiatives with the potential to significantly impact Alberta’s power and electricity framework. We look at some key...

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A surge of initiatives: developments in Alberta power and electricity policy to watch in 2024
Blog December 21, 2023

Federal Prompt Payment for Construction Work Act comes into force

Coming into force earlier this month, the Federal Prompt Payment for Construction Work Act represents the culmination of a years-long...

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Federal Prompt Payment for Construction Work Act comes into force
Osler Update December 21, 2023

Canadian prompt payment and construction law reforms

Prompt payment and adjudication legislation is being enacted across Canada in an effort to alleviate perceived payment delays down the construction...

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Canadian prompt payment and construction law reforms
Blog November 29, 2023

Adjudication: ODACC’s fourth Annual Report highlights growth in the number of adjudications and amounts paid out

The latest annual report from Ontario Dispute Adjudication for Construction Contracts shows slightly wider acceptance of adjudication in the...

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Adjudication: ODACC’s fourth Annual Report highlights growth in the number of adjudications and amounts paid out
Osler Update November 28, 2023

Indigenous Law Insights: Tripartite conservation agreement between federal government, B.C. and First Nations Leadership Council

A recent tripartite agreement may serve as a model for further Indigenous involvement in land management decision-making.

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Osler Update September 29, 2023

Proposal to change development charge exemptions for affordable housing

Bill 124 provides a proposed definition which focusses on the ability of households to pay, as opposed to only looking at what the market is asking.

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Osler Update September 13, 2023

Alberta Utilities Commission provides update regarding inquiry into development of electricity generation in Alberta

The Alberta Utilities Commission has released further details regarding their inquiry into renewable electricity generation.

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Osler Update September 8, 2023

Update to the Government of Alberta pause on new renewable energy project approvals

The Alberta Utilities Commission will continue to process renewable energy project applications up to the approval stage, outlining new interim...

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Blog August 16, 2023

Government of Canada releases draft Clean Electricity Regulations aimed at achieving net-zero emissions from Canada’s electricity grid by 2035 – Obligations for electricity generators

The federal government has released draft regulations designed to limit carbon emissions produced by electricity generated using fossil fuel.

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Government of Canada releases draft Clean Electricity Regulations aimed at achieving net-zero emissions from Canada’s electricity grid by 2035 – Obligations for electricity generators