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Featured Osler Updates March 24, 2026

A client may terminate a service agreement to further its own commercial interests, Superior Court of Québec rules

The decision reaffirms the discretionary nature of a client’s right to terminate a service contract.

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A client may terminate a service agreement to further its own commercial interests, Superior Court of Québec rules
Featured Osler Updates March 25, 2026

Canada and Alberta sign draft cooperation agreement on impact assessment after historic MOU

We explore the key aspects of the new agreement and its potential implications for project proponents.

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Featured Osler Updates March 23, 2026

Québec Superior Court offers guidance on pre-packaged transactions in insolvency proceedings

The case establishes key criteria for determining when a prepack is appropriate in restructuring proceedings.

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Osler Update June 12, 2025

In a welcome sign for major new project proponents, SCC breathes new life into interjurisdictional immunity

A recent SCC decision relating to interjurisdictional immunity is a welcome development for proponents of regulatory and jurisdictional certainty.

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In a welcome sign for major new project proponents, SCC breathes new life into interjurisdictional immunity
Osler Update June 10, 2025

Ontario’s civil rules revolution? Breaking down the key proposed reforms

A controversial overhaul of Ontario’s Rules of Civil Procedure has been recently proposed.

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Ontario’s civil rules revolution? Breaking down the key proposed reforms
Osler Update June 3, 2025

U.S. court overturns President Trump’s IEEPA tariffs: implications for Canada-U.S. trade

We explain the implications of the recent U.S. Court of International Trade decision overturning many tariffs and what businesses should expect next.

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U.S. court overturns President Trump’s IEEPA tariffs: implications for Canada-U.S. trade
Osler Update May 29, 2025

‘Use’ it or lose it: demystifying trademark use and its impact on your rights

Understanding the nuances and requirements of "use" is essential for protecting an organization’s brand and steering clear of costly conflicts.

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‘Use’ it or lose it: demystifying trademark use and its impact on your rights
Osler Update May 28, 2025

Should founders incorporate their startups in Canada or the United States?

For startup founders, the question of whether to incorporate their companies in Canada or the United States is not a straightforward one.

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Should founders incorporate their startups in Canada or the United States?
Osler Update May 15, 2025

Unlocking Canada’s potential through tax reform: a letter to Minister Champagne

In a letter to Minister Champagne, Osler proposes specific and actionable tax reform proposals that would foster productivity and competitiveness.

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Unlocking Canada’s potential through tax reform: a letter to Minister Champagne
Osler Update May 13, 2025

Ontario government proposes Bill 17 to advance home-building target

Bill 17 proposes a suite of changes to municipal statutes with the stated goal of removing unnecessary barriers to building.

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Ontario government proposes Bill 17 to advance home-building target
Osler Update May 8, 2025

Québec’s anonymization requirements one year later: lessons and lingering questions for businesses

We examine key questions that remain one year later regarding the regulation’s scope and application and practical steps to achieve compliance.

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Québec’s anonymization requirements one year later: lessons and lingering questions for businesses
Osler Update May 8, 2025

Saskatchewan publishes regulations to The Franchise Disclosure Act

Saskatchewan has published the regulations to The Franchise Disclosure Act.

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Saskatchewan publishes regulations to The Franchise Disclosure Act
Osler Update May 8, 2025

How will private credit impact M&A transactions?

We look at how private credit entered the Canadian market and the role it could play in M&A transactions in the years to come.

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How will private credit impact M&A transactions?