Construction law: British Columbia’s Construction Prompt Payment Act

The consultation period is now open for British Columbia’s Construction Prompt Payment Act.

Ontario Court of Appeal upholds acquittal under the Corruption of Foreign Public Officials Act

We recap the Ontario Court of Appeal’s ruling and potential implications for Canadian anti-corruption enforcement efforts.

CSA proposes to reshape share buybacks and shareholder reporting

We discuss the potential effects and considerations of these changes for issuers and significant shareholders.

The Solo International case: the Québec Financial Markets Tribunal sanctions a transnational pump-and-dump scheme, but leaves key questions unanswered

A closer look at the Solo International decision which highlights concerns about the justification for the penalties imposed.

Québec’s new municipal contracting framework comes into effect

We lay out the major changes from the previous regime.

Ontario Court of Appeal overrules Handley Estate, restores discretion to remedies for non-disclosure of partial settlement agreements

A new framework for disclosure of partial settlements has been adopted which affords courts greater discretion to fashion an appropriate remedy.

Are non-competes coming to an end? What Bill C-31 means for federal employers

Proposed amendments to the Canada Labour Code seek to prohibit use of non-compete clauses in employment agreements.

2025 Deal Points Report: Venture Capital Financings

Osler's fourth annual comprehensive report on venture capital and growth equity financing transactions in Canada’s emerging and high growth...

SEC enforcement in transition: key trends and implications for Canadian securities practitioners

Recent changes in SEC priorities have undoubtedly had an impact on Canadian regulatory approaches.

Investment Canada Act and Competition Act Quick Reference – 2026

There are multiple thresholds for the net benefit review of direct acquisitions of control of a Canadian business by a non‑Canadian WTO investor.