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The Planning Act and the Duty to Consult First Nations Communities after Galibier Materials Inc. v. Springwater (Township)

Apr 23, 2025

How extensive is the duty to consult with First Nations communities under the Planning Act

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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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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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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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Later Gator – Canada Seeks Critical Minerals Divestiture from Previous Divestiture Acquirer

Mar 13, 2025

The Government of Canada has applied to the courts in order to obtain a divestiture of a critical minerals investment under Canada's national security regime.

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Recovery of Environmental Costs: The Ministry of the Environment Must Establish the Respective Liability of Each Responsible Party

Mar 5, 2025

The Tribunal quashes claims for environmental costs where the Minister failed to prove a company’s proportionate liability when multiple contamination sources existed.

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New Russian Sanctions and Terrorist Designations Increase Compliance Requirements for Businesses in Canada

Feb 26, 2025

Sanctions Update: The Government expands sanctions regime against Russia and designates criminal organizations as terrorists under the Criminal Code.

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

Feb 5, 2025

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

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Get Ready: Canada Promises Major Overhaul to Forced Labour Regulations

Dec 18, 2024

The Government has renewed its human rights commitment and proposed major changes to Canada's forced labour regime in the 2024 Fall Economic Statement.