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Trump tariffs: executive order imposing ‘automobile’ tariffs slams North American automotive integration into reverse

We discuss the scope of the automotive tariff, how it builds upon measures from President Trump’s first term and what it could mean for the CUSMA.

Changes to Canadian trademark laws and practice coming April 1, 2025

We examine the amendments to the Trademarks Act and Trademarks Regulations coming into force on April 1, 2025, and their practical implications.

Steel safeguards…without the safeguards?

We discuss WTO safeguard measures, the recent history of tariffs on steel imports and why Canada will need to proceed cautiously.

Incoming consumer protection changes: Ontario regulations begin taking shape

Progress is being made in updating Ontario’s consumer protection legislation.

Québec’s privacy regulator prohibits retailer’s use of facial recognition for loss prevention

On February 18, 2025, the Commission d’accès à l’information du Québec (the CAI) issued a decision prohibiting a major grocery and pharmacy...

Transfer pricing in times of tariff turmoil

We examine the intricate relationship between tariffs and transfer pricing, with insight on how protectionist measures impact pricing.

The emerging role of open source in advancing AI adoption

Open source significantly contributes to influencing the future of AI by shaping innovation, regulatory discussion and governance.

Federal government fast-tracks changes to Canada’s AML regime

We discuss the changes that affect factoring companies, cheque cashing businesses and other financial services businesses.

PDAC 2025: amid so much uncertainty, where do we go from here?

The Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada’s (PDAC) annual convention is typically an opportunity for the mining industry to celebrate...

Honouring Canadian privacy trailblazers on International Women’s Day

In honour of International Women’s Day, we take the opportunity to reflect on the achievements of women who have shaped the field of privacy in...