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Blog January 2, 2024

Zero-emission vehicles regulation under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act

New regulations will require 100% of light-duty vehicles offered for sale in Canada to be emission-free by 2035.

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Zero-emission vehicles regulation under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act
Osler Update December 11, 2023

Proposed clean electricity regulations: is Canada staying in its lane?

In support of international efforts to limit climate change, the Government of Canada is endeavouring to achieve a net-zero emissions national...

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Proposed clean electricity regulations: is Canada staying in its lane?
Osler Update December 11, 2023

Energy transition ushers in compensation claims for shifting land use plans

­­­Energy transition has led to an inevitable shift in government land use plans.

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Energy transition ushers in compensation claims for shifting land use plans
Osler Update November 27, 2023

Court rules federal cabinet acted outside their authority by broadly designating plastic manufactured items as toxic

The Federal Court recently ruled that the federal cabinet acted outside their authority when they issued an order adding “Plastic Manufactured...

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Court rules federal cabinet acted outside their authority by broadly designating plastic manufactured items as toxic
Blog November 20, 2023

Ontario proposes to permit renewable energy virtual net metering arrangements for ICI participants

Ontario is seeking feedback from electricity industry participants on a proposal that would enable corporate power purchase agreements.

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Ontario proposes to permit renewable energy virtual net metering arrangements for ICI participants
Osler Update October 20, 2023

Court finds British Columbia liable for misfeasance in public office for decisions denying regulatory permits

A recent B.C. Supreme Court decision regarding misfeasance in public office has important implications for future claims against government in the...

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Osler Update October 13, 2023

Supreme Court of Canada finds the federal Impact Assessment Act unconstitutional

On October 13, 2023, the Supreme Court of Canada found Canada’s federal Impact Assessment Act unconstitutional in part. We discuss the Court’s...

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Blog September 13, 2023

Alberta presses ‘pause’ on renewable energy projects

The Alberta Utilities Commission will pause approvals on new renewable energy projects over one megawatt until February 29, 2024.

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Alberta presses ‘pause’ on renewable energy projects
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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