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A new era of alignment: unlocking Canada’s energy investment potential

Canada’s energy sector is entering a rare moment of alignment where policy, capital and market demand are converging.

Modernizing federal procurement: a path forward for Canadian tech

Reforms to procurement would remove barriers and enable Canadian technology companies to compete effectively for government business.

CIRO’s digital asset custody framework: institutionalizing crypto custody in Canada

The framework ensures digital asset custody aligns with existing securities regulations.

From critical minerals to EVs: Canada-Korea MOU aims to attract investment and build supply chain resilience

The bilateral collaboration focuses on growth and facilitates supply chain resilience for both Canada and South Korea.

U.S. Supreme Court strikes down IEEPA tariffs, but global tariff introduced

The Court rules that all tariffs imposed by the Trump administration under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act are unlawful.

Canada shifts gears: what the 2026 auto strategy means for manufacturers, EVs and trade

The strategy is the latest in a series of initiatives aimed at building resilience in the Canadian economy and diversifying trade partnerships.

New Rules of Civil Procedure on the horizon

Two years after the Ontario government began a review of the province’s Rules of Civil Procedure, sweeping reforms are expected some time in 2026.

Exploring regulatory pathways toward the safe adoption of autonomous vehicles

Comparing the Canadian regulatory approach to AVs with that of the United States and United Kingdom.

Federal Court of Appeal affirms new trademark owners not required to account for non-use

The Court has affirmed there is no obligation on new trademark owners to account for non-use prior to the acquisition of the trademark in question.

Canadian federal government releases hybrid mismatch and other draft tax amendments

The draft changes also cover qualified investments for registered plans and various other measures.