The U.S. SEC has moved quickly to shift its stance towards the crypto industry under President Trump’s administration.
Recent developments in the U.S. SEC’s proceedings against major crypto players signals pro-industry policy shift
Drawing a line in the sand: Ontario Court of Appeal rules part of Sauble Beach belongs to Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation
The Ontario Court of Appeal has ruled that part of Sauble Beach belongs to the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation.
U.S. ‘pausing’ criminal enforcement of foreign bribery laws while DOJ is directed to revisit priorities
We look at what the move may mean for the U.S.’s historically aggressive track record in enforcing foreign bribery laws and efforts to fill the gap.
‘Defer no time, delays have dangerous ends’: Ontario class actions beware
The Ontario Court of Appeal recently interpreted, for the first time, the new “dismissal for delay” provisions in the province’s Class Proceedings Act…
Alberta lawyer faces sanctions for failing to identify a ‘pump and dump’ scheme
A recent decision highlights the importance of lawyers taking sufficient steps to identify “red flags” raised by their clients’ conduct.
Using artificial intelligence in arbitration: the Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center’s guidelines
The Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center has published a principle-based framework for the use of AI tools in arbitration.
Proposed amendments to The Saskatchewan Employment Act
The Government of Saskatchewan is proposing significant amendments to The Saskatchewan Employment Act with the introduction of Bill 5.
Canada and Manitoba Métis Federation sign landmark self-government treaty
We discuss the main elements of the landmark self-government treaty and remaining areas of uncertainty.
All roads lead to the Crown: the intersection of Aboriginal title and fee simple land
A November 2024 decision held that Aboriginal title could be declared over land owned by private companies in the province.
‘Agreements must be kept’: Supreme Court applies the honour of the Crown to contracts with Indigenous Peoples
The Supreme Court found that the honour of the Crown can be engaged when governments enter into contracts with Indigenous Peoples.
