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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.

Saskatchewan publishes regulations to The Franchise Disclosure Act

Saskatchewan has published the regulations to The Franchise Disclosure Act.

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.

Some things last forever: Government of Canada proposes regulatory measures for PFAS

The Government of Canada intends to introduce additional regulatory instruments to further restrict the manufacture and use of PFAS.

Taxpayer wins U.K. Privy Council CARICOM Tax Treaty case

Osler argued the appeal before the JCPC, the first appearance before that court by Canadian-based counsel in several decades.

New measures adopted by Canadian Securities Administrators aim to support Canada’s capital markets competitiveness

Continued efforts are being made by Canadian securities regulators to reduce unnecessary regulatory burden and support capital raising in Canada.

Guidance published for reporting to the Federal Plastics Registry – Phase 1

We explore the Federal Plastics Registry’s and Guide for Phase 1 Reporting’s key elements, the reporting standard, and implications for industry.

Avoiding IP quicksand: lessons from ITP SA v. CNOOC Petroleum North America ULC

The decision serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of failing to manage IP diligently within large infrastructure projects.

Paving the way: Alberta Minister of Affordability and Utilities tables Bill 52 – Energy and Utilities Statutes Amendment Act, 2025

Bill 52 has been tabled by the Alberta Minister of Affordability and Utilities.

Trump tariffs: Canada mostly avoids U.S. ‘reciprocal’ tariffs…for now

We describe the key details of the executive order, explain how it does and does not affect Canadian goods and discuss what to expect next.