Warning For Businesses: Companies Can be Liable for Tort of Bribery Even if They Did Not Intend to Pay or Receive a Bribe
Apr 12, 2024Businesses with a duty to provide impartial advice must take steps to ensure the payments they make or receive are not later interpreted as bribes.
Storm Clouds Looming: The Impact of Competition Act Changes on Leasing
The Affordable Housing and Groceries Act (Bill C-56) recently introduced changes to the Competition Act (Canada) which will govern all landlord and tenant leases and other agreements, not just those of grocery stores
Sidestepping Contracts: The Expansion of Environmental Liability Where The Contractor Is Not Paid
Apr 12, 2024B.C. Court’s decision in Cordy Environmental Inc v Obsidian Energy Ltd opens the door for contractors to sue former owners/operators of contaminated sites.
Amendments to Ontario’s Conservation Authorities Act: Effective April 1, 2024
Apr 10, 2024On April 1, 2024, significant amendments to the Conservation Authorities Act came into effect.
Foreign Investment in the EV Battery Market: Regulatory Framework in North America and Canada’s Strategic Edge
Apr 10, 2024Explore Canada & U.S. electric vehicle battery market growth, incentives, and foreign investment regulations. Strategic insights for Indo-Pacific companies.
How to do it Right: Legal Necessities of Launching a Tech Start-up
Apr 8, 2024An overview of the necessary legal components of tech start-ups.
Current Litigation and Dispute Resolution Trends in British Columbia
Mar 28, 2024McMillan Vancouver's Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group comments on current disputes trends.
Careful what you wish for! Canada issues long-awaited “guidance” on economic sanctions
Mar 28, 2024Global Affairs Canada has, for the first time, released guidance on the application of economic sanctions in Canada, including to non-Canadian persons.
New Era of Foreign Investment Scrutiny Starts in Canada with Passage of Investment Canada Act Amendment Bill
Mar 27, 2024Bill C-34 amends the Investment Canada Act to enhance the government of Canada's national security review powers.
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