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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.

‘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.

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.

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.

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.

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.