This Bulletin considers how limitation periods apply to environmental claims in Ontario and how to reduce the risk of missing one.
Two new standards under Canada's Policy on Green Procurement impose greenhouse gas emissions disclosure obligations on federal departments and contractors.
An update on recent Canadian developments related to plastics and extended producer responsibility
Phase Two of Ontario's Excess Soil Regulation which comes into force on January 1, 2023 was recently amended to narrow the scope of reporting requirements.
This podcast episode dives into the risks and impact of greenwashing on businesses. Ouvedi Rama Naiken and Patricia Chehadé, from our Capital Markets & Securities Group, speak with corporate commercial litigator and regulatory lawyer, Talia Gordner on the current regulatory framework of greenwashing.
Proposed amendments to Ontario's Excess Soil Regulation remove reuse planning requirements in low-risk projects and increase flexibility in excess soil storage.
An overview of risks and best practices for companies in relation to environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) claims and disclosure.
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.
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Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Canada publishes two open consultation papers related to labeling regulations and a federal plastics registry for single-use plastics and plastic packaging.
An update on Canada's regulation of PFAS substances, in comparison to US and European regulation
Companies may be affected by updated requirements under the Endangered Species Act, including prohibitions on harming new species at risk and related exemptions.
Canada's final Single-use Plastics Prohibition Regulations have been published and come into effect on December 20, 2022
Canada has published the Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System Regulations establishing a system for projects preventing or removing GHGs from the atmosphere.
On May 10, 2022, the Alberta Court of Appeal ruled that the federal Impact Assessment Act and related Physical Activities Regulations are unconstitutional.
On April 21, 2022, Ontario MECP announced temporary suspension of certain provisions in Excess Soil Regulation
Ontario's greenhouse gas emissions regime is transitioning from the Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS) to the Emissions Performance Standards (EPS) program
Planning for the World’s First Global Plastic Pollution Treaty
Ministry proposes to delay implementation of Phase 2 of On-Site and Excess Soil Management Regulation from Jan. 1, 2022 to Jan. 1, 2023.
Join Talia Gordner and Annik Forristal of McMillan LLP on March 3rd, for a discussion about the impacts of the On-Site and Excess Soil Management Regulation on the construction industry as we enter Phase 2 of Ontario’s new excess soil regime.
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Thursday, March 3, 2022
This bulletin provides an updated summary of the current state of single-use plastics legislation across Canada.
Phase Two of Ontario’s On-Site and Excess Soil Management Regulation took effect on January 1, 2022 introducing a new framework for excess soil in Ontario
Review of Divisional Court decision: Ontario’s compliance with Environmental Bill of Rights in passing Bill 197, particularly re: Ministerial Zoning Orders
The European Commission announced its official proposal for a Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism on July 14, 2021.
On February 26, 2021, Canada enacted the Cross-border Movement of Hazardous Waste and Hazardous Recyclable Material Regulations.
Plastics are classified under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act as a toxic substance and amendments are proposed to prohibit the export of plastic waste
Ontario shifts end-of-life financial and operational responsibilities for hazardous and special products from municipalities to producers.
Canada has announced a mandatory 2035 target for 100% ZEV sales. McMillan and McMillan Vantage Policy Group share what this may mean for OEMs, industry and more.
Border Carbon Adjustments are being explored by various countries including Canada in its 2021 Budget to support climate change initiatives.
The Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks has published the Land Use Compatibility Guideline to establish land use compatibility policies
The Supreme Court of Canada’s decision in Sherman Estate v Donovan offers clarity on when the open court principle will give ground to the right to privacy.
The Ontario government has announced that it is moving forward with proposals for four new initiatives relating to the protection of Ontario's environment.
Ontario’s new On-Site and Excess Soil Management Regulation, O. Reg 406/19 may impact existing and future construction contracts
The government of Canada is proposing significant changes to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 through the introduction of Bill C-28.
Publication of Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System Regulations under section 195 of the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act.
In a decision released March 25, 2021, the Supreme Court of Canada ruled that the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act is constitutional.
The federal government's proposed Clean Fuel Regulations will require the gradual reduction in the carbon intensity of fossil fuels supplied in Canada.
A concise summary of Ontario's new excess soil regulation (O.Reg 406/19) and key takeaways for affected parties.
Join us for Part Two of McMillan's Automotive Industry Webinar Series
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February 9, 2021 - 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm ET
Canada Legally Commits to Net-Zero Emissions by 2050
Cannabis and Waste: Another "Green" Opportunity
Ontario's proposed regulation would transition the current Blue Box Program to an extended producer responsibility ("EPR") model.
Canada federal government announces plan for ban of single-use plastics and management of plastic waste through recycling and end-of life responsibility.
Expropriation of Contaminated Land and its Fair Market Valuation
Ontario Minister of Environment, Parks and Conservation announced that its Emissions Performance Standards (EPS) program has been accepted by federal government
Single-use plastics ban in Canada (federal, provincial and municipal) means businesses will have to change how they package, distribute and sell their products
Canada's governmental and regulatory bodies have taken steps to temporarily alter legal requirements in light of COVID-19 to lessen the burden on businesses.
Canada's governmental and regulatory bodies have taken steps to temporarily alter legal requirements in light of COVID-19 to lessen the burden on businesses.
A standard determination of the market value of expropriated property can be a contentious, drawn out process where the property is environmentally contaminated
Ontario Announces Next Steps in Plan to Shift Costs of Plastic Recycling to Producers
Environmental Obligations Cannot be Ignored Even in Bankruptcy
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