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Gary S.A. Solway

Technology, Media & Corporate Lawyer | Governance

Partner

Lisa Kakoske

Corporate and Securities Lawyer

Bruce A. Hibbard

Corporate & Securities Lawyer | M&A

Partner 

Incorporation Forum Shopping in Canada: Considerations for Canadian Tech Startups, is a comprehensive guide designed to help Canadian technology startups navigate the complexities of choosing the right jurisdiction for incorporation.

Incorporation Forum Shopping in Canada Considerations for Canadian Tech Startups

Incorporation Forum Shopping in Canada: Considerations for Canadian Tech Startups

Amanda C. McLachlan

Corporate & Regulatory Lawyer | Disputes, Investigations & Compliance

Shaan P. Tolani

Corporate Litigation & Investigations Lawyer

Associate

In recent years, the OSC and other regulatory bodies began signaling to public markets that regulators intended to crack down on what they termed abusive short-sellers. Against this backdrop, the OSC brought enforcement proceedings before the Ontario Capital Markets Tribunal (CMT) naming Cormark Securities Inc., Saline Investments Ltd., and individuals as respondents. The proceedings focused on an alleged illegal and abusive short selling scheme. At the conclusion of a lengthy hearing on the merits, the CMT dismissed all of the OSC’s allegations.

Short Selling Structure not Abusive Ontario Capital Markets Tribunal Dismisses OSC Allegations

Short-Selling Structure Not Abusive—Ontario Capital Markets Tribunal Dismisses OSC Allegations in High-Profile Enforcement Proceeding

Joseph N. Blinick

Corporate & Securities Litigation Lawyer

Thomas Feore

Commercial Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

In 2023, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Commercial List) released its highly anticipated decision in Workman Optometry Professional Corporation v Certas Home and Auto Insurance Company. The Court’s decision, which followed a three-week long common issues trial that included the testimony of representative plaintiffs and expert witnesses, was the first Canadian trial decision of its kind to consider the application of insurance contract interpretation principles to COVID-19 pandemic-related claims.

The COVID Virus Does Not Trigger Business Interruption Insurance Coverage

The COVID-19 Virus Does Not Trigger Business Interruption Insurance Coverage

Cheryl M. Woodin

Commercial Litigation & Trial Lawyer

Michael A. Eizenga L.S.M.

Leading Canadian Class Action Litigator

Pascale Dionne-Bourassa

Montréal Managing Partner

In our 2024 edition of Looking Forward, we review notable class action developments from the past year and consider what recent trends in the law might tell us about what to expect in the years ahead.

Class Actions Looking Forward 2024

Class Actions: Looking Forward 2024

Michelle F. Yung

Real Estate Lawyer at Bennett Jones Vancouver

Andrew L. Jeanrie

Real Estate & Municipal Law Lawyer | Development & Approvals

Nathalie Hunter Heighington

Associate at Bennett Jones Vancouver

Part II of this three-part series examines Build Canada Homes&rsquo; Investment Policy Framework, including its priorities, eligible housing projects and partnership models. It explores how project readiness, affordability, scale, modular construction and cross-sector collaboration may position commercial real estate proponents to participate in BCH initiatives.

Part II How Build Canada Homes

Part II How Build Canada Homes Works: Investment Framework, Eligibility and Partnerships

Kristopher R. Hanc

M&A and Capital Markets Lawyer

Christopher J. Doucet

Corporate & Mining Lawyer | M&A & Corporate Finance

Aidyn Bhatia

Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) has launched a broad consultation on modernizing the regulation of public companies, examining venture issuer status, financial reporting, resale restrictions, material change reporting and alignment with U.S. developments. The Consultation Paper includes a proposed qualified institutional purchaser exemption that could provide eligible reporting issuers with greater flexibility to raise capital without traditional resale hold periods. Stakeholders have until November 13, 2026, to submit comments.

CSA Publishes Sweeping Consultation on Modernizing the Regulation of Public Companies

Meg Tweedlie

Director, Student Talent

Samuel Judson

Commercial Real Estate Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Change of control provisions in commercial leases can create uncertainty for both landlords and tenants, particularly where terms such as &ldquo;control&rdquo; and &ldquo;effective control&rdquo; are undefined. This article examines the Canadian legal landscape, key case law and Section 23 of Ontario&rsquo;s Commercial Tenancies Act, and offers practical considerations for drafting and negotiating change of control provisions. It also highlights potential carve-outs and strategies to reduce ambiguity and the risk of future disputes.

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Change of Control of Commercial Tenants: Drafting, Interpretation and Practical Considerations

Morgan Sutherland

Associate 

Michael C. Smith

Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

The United Nations has adopted the first global regulatory framework for Automated Driving Systems, establishing safety, cybersecurity, testing and monitoring requirements for Level 3, 4 and 5 automated vehicles. This article examines the framework&rsquo;s implications for Canada, including how Transport Canada may incorporate the requirements into domestic vehicle safety standards and what manufacturers and suppliers should consider as regulation evolves.

First Global Regulatory Framework For Autonomous Vehicles

First Global Regulatory Framework For Autonomous Vehicles: Key Takeaways For Canada And The Auto Industry

Martin Ignasiak KC

Energy & Industrial Projects Lawyer

Head of Energy Regulatory

Michael P. Theroux KC

Commercial Litigation, Arbitration & Energy Litigation Lawyer

Brynne Harding

Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

The Supreme Court of Canada has resolved one of the most consequential questions left open by Vavilov, and which has divided jurisprudence in lower courts since then&mdash;whether judicial review is constitutionally guaranteed or can be barred by privative clauses.

Big Implications for Appeals from Administrative Tribunals

The Supreme Court Settles the Constitutional Floor for Judicial Review in Democracy Watch v Canada

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Insider Trading and Tipping: Ontario Court of Appeal Sets Boundaries for Those in a "Special Relationship"

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