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Competition Tribunal denies leave in first decision under new public-interest test for private applicants

The decision marks a crucial moment for private competition law enforcement in Canada.

Is your material material? The new test for leave to file new evidence in Trademarks Opposition Board appeals

A decision of the Federal Court provides guidance on new approach to deciding leave to adduce additional evidence in Trademark appeal cases.

Artificial intelligence and privacy: highlights from our second annual conference in Montréal

During the fall, Osler’s Montréal office hosted the firm’s second annual Privacy Conference, organized by its Privacy and Data Management team.

Navigating the ‘silver tsunami’: how search funds are redefining succession planning in the Canadian SME market

Canada’s founder-led SME market is approaching a demographic inflection point.

Capital call facilities: key considerations and protections for private equity funds

Capital call facilities are an important tool for private equity sponsors, providing flexibility and efficiency in fund management.

Equity line financing: a strategic tool for large-scale projects in Canada

The equity line structure is a governance-rich approach to equity financing that aligns funding needs with project milestones.

Drone law in Canada – new rules and current regulatory environment

Canada has one of the most comprehensive and structured drone regulatory frameworks in the world.

Abbott v. London Health Sciences Centre: Ontario Court of Appeal reaffirms the authority of hospital boards to manage resources

The guidance comes at a time when many hospitals are facing tremendous pressures to recover from the significant impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Canada further shuts its market to steel imports – CBSA guidance released

On December 11, 2025, Canada issued steel import restrictions, effective December 26, 2025, with a 25% surtax on many steel derivatives.

Bill C-16: updates to Canada’s federal child sexual abuse and exploitation material reporting regime

The bill proposes criminal law reforms including changes to child sexual abuse and exploitation material reporting obligations for online services.