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Business considerations in litigation

When faced with a dispute, businesses must weigh a variety of factors to know what action to take. If you receive a claim, or think you have a claim...

B.C. Court of Appeal lowers the bar for dismissal for delay

A recent British Columbia Court of Appeal decision revisited a decades-old test for dismissing an action for want of prosecution, and could give B.C....

Regulation of ‘forever chemicals’ (PFAS) in Canada

The federal government recently announced its intention to designate PFAS as a class of toxic substances under CEPA.

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.

Court refuses to enforce ‘all-but-inaccessible’ arbitration agreement for crypto trading platform

A recent Ontario Superior Court decision found an arbitration agreement embedded in a standard form “click” contract to be unconscionable...

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...

Animal testing ban for cosmetics to come into force on December 22, 2023

On December 22, 2023, amendments to the federal Food and Drugs Act will come into force effectively prohibiting cosmetic brands from relying on...

OECD releases third administrative guidance on Pillar Two and confirms delay of the Pillar One timeline

The OECD has published the third administrative guidance on Pillar Two and has confirmed the delay of the Pillar One timeline.

AccessPrivacy Monthly Call: Key features and implications of ISED’s sweeping amendments to the proposed legislative scheme to regulate AI systems

Key Features and Implications of ISED's Sweeping Amendments to the Proposed Legislative Scheme to Regulate Artificial Intelligence Systems