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Featured Osler Updates April 8, 2026

The launch of the Canadian Securities Administrators’ semi-annual reporting pilot project for eligible venture issuers

Eligibility and the potential implications of participation in the semi-annual reporting pilot project.

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The launch of the Canadian Securities Administrators’ semi-annual reporting pilot project for eligible venture issuers
Featured Osler Updates April 8, 2026

Further amendments to the environmental claims provisions of the Competition Act

We discuss what the amendments mean for businesses in Canada and how they make environmental claims.

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Featured Osler Updates April 8, 2026

Official languages administrative monetary penalties: a guide to the proposed regulations

We explain the proposed obligations, range of penalties and procedural mechanisms in their Update.

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Osler Update December 30, 2025

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.

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Canada further shuts its market to steel imports – CBSA guidance released
Osler Update December 18, 2025

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.

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Bill C-16: updates to Canada’s federal child sexual abuse and exploitation material reporting regime
Osler Update December 16, 2025

Canada further shuts its market to steel imports

We recap the new restrictions and their implications for Canadian businesses.

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Canada further shuts its market to steel imports
Osler Update December 9, 2025

10 Privacy Trends of 2025

For privacy professionals, the 10 privacy trends of 2025 show a steady rise in regulatory expectations.

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10 Privacy Trends of 2025
Osler Update December 8, 2025

Québec’s Bill 10: new rules for subscriptions and ticket resale practices – what businesses need to know

The proposals would create a new legal framework for businesses in these sectors, amplifying risk in class action matters and regulatory scrutiny.

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Québec’s Bill 10: new rules for subscriptions and ticket resale practices – what businesses need to know
Osler Update December 5, 2025

Canada and Alberta sign MOU that rolls back risk in Canadian energy and commits to broad new energy accord

The agreement marks a significant step to reducing regulatory and political risks around major energy infrastructure projects in the country.

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Canada and Alberta sign MOU that rolls back risk in Canadian energy and commits to broad new energy accord
Osler Update December 2, 2025

Canada releases draft framework for stablecoin regulation

The proposed Stablecoin Act is aimed at creating a prudential regime for permitted stablecoins.

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Canada releases draft framework for stablecoin regulation
Osler Update December 2, 2025

Pre-trial trademark injunctions: hard to get but worth the squeeze?

Pre-trial injunctions are highly desirable remedies for halting trademark infringement while litigation is ongoing.

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Pre-trial trademark injunctions: hard to get but worth the squeeze?
Osler Update December 1, 2025

From pit wall to policy: what Lundin means for public company disclosure

The SCC’s recent decision provides guidance on the distinction between material facts and material changes under Ontario securities law.

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From pit wall to policy: what Lundin means for public company disclosure
Osler Update November 28, 2025

The privacy officer’s changing role in the age of innovation and AI

The privacy officer's role has evolved from compliance to being a strategic partner in innovation and governance.

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The privacy officer’s changing role in the age of innovation and AI