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Legislative Update Report No. 2026-04 Le Bulletin d’actualités législatives

Osler's Legislative Update is a bi-weekly listing of new legislation. This issue covers legislation for the period 02/05 to 02/18.

Canada shifts gears: what the 2026 auto strategy means for manufacturers, EVs and trade

The strategy is the latest in a series of initiatives aimed at building resilience in the Canadian economy and diversifying trade partnerships.

Manitoba Hydro’s 2025 integrated resource plan: new wind power remains key component of province’s future energy mix

New wind power is critical to Manitoba’s long-term energy mix.

New Rules of Civil Procedure on the horizon

Two years after the Ontario government began a review of the province’s Rules of Civil Procedure, sweeping reforms are expected some time in 2026.

Exploring regulatory pathways toward the safe adoption of autonomous vehicles

Comparing the Canadian regulatory approach to AVs with that of the United States and United Kingdom.

Federal Court of Appeal affirms new trademark owners not required to account for non-use

The Court has affirmed there is no obligation on new trademark owners to account for non-use prior to the acquisition of the trademark in question.

Amendments to Ontario’s Construction Act

Osler’s Construction and Infrastructure team discusses project delivery, as well as claims and adjudication strategies.

AI in hiring: Ontario employers grappling with new job posting disclosure requirement

New rules are in effect in Ontario that require employers to disclose whether AI is used in publicly advertised job postings.

Privacy in the spotlight: insights from our second annual conference in Montréal

The major themes from the second annual Privacy Conference in Montréal were presented in five Updates.

Canadian federal government releases hybrid mismatch and other draft tax amendments

The draft changes also cover qualified investments for registered plans and various other measures.