Foreign Investment in Canada: Minerals are Critical and Annual Report Released
Nov 7, 2022The government’s approach to reviewing foreign investment is evolving, with an increased focus on national security concerns.
Can they really do that? Understanding the limits of governmental permitting and compliance powers
While every company strives to achieve constructive relations with regulators, sometimes this is not enough. In such cases, understanding the rules that apply to regulators and the limits of their powers can be essential to levelling the playing field.
Are First Nation Shared Decision-Making and Collaboration Agreements Being Used Illegally?
Aug 9, 2022What do non-treaty agreements mean for people or companies that may be affected by them.
Developers Beware: Changes to O. Reg. 242/08 Under the Endangered Species Act and What They Mean for Projects Already Underway
Jul 5, 2022Companies may be affected by updated requirements under the Endangered Species Act, including prohibitions on harming new species at risk and related exemptions.
June 28, 2024 – CDOR will be no more
Jun 21, 2022CDOR to cease being published after June 28, 2024; Term CORRA to be potentially created; market participants need to prepare for end of CDOR now.
Upcoming Changes to the B.C. Oil and Gas Royalty Framework
Jun 8, 2022Oil and natural gas producers that access and develop publicly owned resources in BC must pay either a royalty or a freehold production tax to the Province.
Jurisdictional Battle Over The Environment Continues – Canada’s Impact Assessment Legislation Found Unconstitutional
May 25, 2022On May 10, 2022, the Alberta Court of Appeal ruled that the federal Impact Assessment Act and related Physical Activities Regulations are unconstitutional.
Drilling Down on Crypto: AER Cryptocurrency Mining Bulletin and Information Request
May 4, 2022Alberta's Energy Regulator taking steps to better understand cryptocurrency mining operations occurring alongside AER-regulated operations.
Canada Further Expands its Sanctions Regime Against Russia
Mar 29, 2022An update on Canada’s sanctions measures in response to military actions taken by Russia against Ukraine.
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