Insight

The Pause on the Tariff War: How Businesses Can Use the Reprieve Wisely

Canadian businesses should prepare for US tariffs, set for March 4, 2025, by considering availability of duty drawbacks and remission applications.

Trade Wars and the Workplace: An Employer’s Guide to Temporary Layoffs

Amid the uncertainty of a trade war, employers are well-advised to review the rules and legal consequences of temporary layoffs.

Lobbying 101: Everything You Need to Know During the Ontario 2025 Election

This article covers lobbyists' responsibilities during the writ period for the 2025 Ontario provincial election.

Show Me the Money: Contributions and Doing Business During the 2025 Ontario Election

Ontario's election takes place on February 27, 2025: This article explains how elections are funded and other important business considerations.

Get with the Program: Third Parties and Political Advertising

Third party organizations must consider the rules concerning political advertising during Ontario's 2025 election period.

Elections and the Workplace: Know Your Rights and Obligations

This article covers employer obligations and employee rights related to Ontario's upcoming election on February 27, 2025.

Plan for the Ban (Double Update Edition): Canada’s Proposed Roadmap to Extend the Life of Plastics in Electronics and a New Plastics Recycling Standard is Introduced

Ontario announced that it will be postponing the prohibition on landfilling excess soil from January 1, 2025 to January 1, 2027 under the excess soil regulation

Proposed Amendments to Strengthen Short Selling Regime: CIRO Seeks Stakeholder Feedback on Mandatory Close-Out Requirements

CIRO proposes amendments to UMIR and IDPC to strengthen Canada's short selling regime.

Preparing for Potential US Tariffs: Key Dates and Strategic Considerations

To prepare for potential US tariffs, businesses should immediately develop a strategy to deal with the prospect of new US tariffs and mitigate their effects.