Moving fast and building things

The Ontario government is seeking feedback on a range of initiatives with the goal of speeding up the building of housing and infrastructure.

Osler’s year-end professionalism series: mastering trustworthiness

In the legal profession, trust isn’t optional — it’s the foundation of lasting client relationships and high-performing teams. In the second...

First look: Ontario court clarifies Securities Act anti-reprisal protections

If protected activity is a motivating factor in a termination, employers may face liability even where there are also other motives.

Saskatchewan franchise legislation coming into force June 30, 2026

Franchisors should prepare their franchise disclosure documents to ensure a smooth transition.

Indigenous Law Insights: Alberta’s consultation regime and section 89 of Indian Act

Stay current with the latest developments in Indigenous law and policy across Canada by tuning into Osler’s Indigenous Law Insights, a monthly...

Determining fair market value in Canadian management equity repurchases

We explore management equity repurchases, valuation approaches, corporate governance considerations and the implications for management and sponsors.

Key competition law considerations when transferring portfolio businesses to continuation vehicles

Transferring a portfolio business to a continuation vehicle may be subject to mandatory notification under the Competition Act.

2025 Diversity Disclosure Practices: Diversity and leadership at Canadian public companies

Like last year, progress on enhancing diversity among the directors and executive officers of Canadian public companies lost momentum in 2025.

The longest trial, a big impact: Cowichan’s Aboriginal title victory

A landmark decision in B.C. has created uncertainty for governments, fee simple landowners and Indigenous communities with overlapping title claims.

Simplifying the execution of notarized obligations: a new mechanism under Québec law

A recently introduced draft regulation marks significant changes to the current framework in Québec.