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All Things Tariffs: A Comprehensive Overview of Where We Stand Today

Apr 17, 2025

In response to US tariffs, Canada has imposed retaliatory tariffs on a wide variety of products. Recent developments now include opportunities for remission.

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Who Owns a Thought? Navigating Legal Issues in Neurotech

Apr 17, 2025

In this bulletin, we explore some legal considerations that could arise as consumer-oriented neurotechnology becomes increasingly accessible.

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Return-to-Office Mandate Triggers Constructive Dismissal (… This Time)

Apr 14, 2025

An employer’s return-to-office mandate constituted grounds for constructive dismissal of an employee with a longstanding work-from-home arrangement.

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Breaking the Deadlock: How Shareholders’ Agreements and “Shotgun” Clauses Help Resolve Disputes

Apr 14, 2025

Shareholder disputes are common in businesses, but a well-drafted shareholders’ agreement containing a “shotgun” clause can help provide a resolution.

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The End of a Saga: Application of Due Diligence Assessment Criteria for “Employers” in R v. Sudbury Upheld

Apr 9, 2025

The Ontario Court of Appeal issued a final ruling that provides practical guidance to project owners respecting their obligations as “employers” under the OHSA.

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Revised Innovation Tax Credits in the 2025-2026 Quebec Budget – Investors Take Note

Apr 9, 2025

Quebec's 2025-2026 budget overhauls innovation tax incentives with expanded R&D credits and AI-focused e-business credits.

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Notice to Developers – BCFSA Pilot Program Extends Early Marketing Period for Large Developments

Apr 8, 2025

BCFSA’s 2025 Pilot Program allows early marketing of eligible 100+ unit projects for 18 months instead of 12, addressing delays from current market conditions.

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Bye Bye American Supply – Ontario Procurement Opportunities for Most US Businesses Run Dry

Apr 8, 2025

In response to US tariffs, Ontario's Procurement Restriction Policy bans US-based companies from doing business with public sector entities.

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As Federal Legislation Stalls, Alberta Continues to Move Forward with its Privacy Reform Efforts

Apr 8, 2025

As federal privacy reform stalls, Alberta advances with new public sector laws (POPA/ATIA replacing FOIP) and 12 recommendations to its private sector law, PIPA