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Privilege protocols as a legal imperative: implications of Lamarche v. British Columbia (Securities Commission) for regulators

The BC Court of Appeal in Lamarche stresses the vital need for regulators to protect privileged documents during investigations.

First charges laid under Canada’s Russia sanctions – what does this mean for further enforcement and judicial guidance?

We discuss the allegations and what they could mean for enforcement of — and lingering uncertainties around — Canadian sanctions.

Abuse of process: the continuing saga of Morabito

The B.C. Court of Appeal has found a blended hearing of an abuse of process claim and an insider trading claim to be “fundamentally flawed”.

Cooling off on climate- and diversity-related disclosure: CSA provides update to market

The CSA announce a pause in efforts for mandatory climate-related disclosure and amendments to existing diversity-related disclosure requirements.

Mixed feedback on the OSC’s proposal to improve retail investor access to long-term assets

We recap the OSC’s proposed fund structure and the positive and negative reactions from various stakeholders.

Further updates regarding the U.S. pro-crypto policy shift

A clear shift in U.S. crypto priorities suggests substantial change, potentially leading to regulatory clarity and crypto-specific legislation.

Recent developments in the U.S. SEC’s proceedings against major crypto players signals pro-industry policy shift

The U.S. SEC has moved quickly to shift its stance towards the crypto industry under President Trump’s administration.

U.S. ‘pausing’ criminal enforcement of foreign bribery laws while DOJ is directed to revisit priorities

We look at what the move may mean for the U.S.'s historically aggressive track record in enforcing foreign bribery laws and efforts to fill the gap.

Alberta lawyer faces sanctions for failing to identify a ‘pump and dump’ scheme

A recent decision highlights the importance of lawyers taking sufficient steps to identify “red flags” raised by their clients’ conduct.

CSSB issues final framework for voluntary climate-related disclosures

We compare the final framework to the earlier proposed version and look ahead to how the CSA may respond with its rules in 2025.