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Daron K. Naffin

Energy, Environmental/Regulatory and Expropriation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Partner

Tim Myers

Regulatory, Environmental, Aboriginal and Expropriation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Thomas Machell

Regulatory Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Associate

The Alberta Energy Regulator has released new editions of Directive 071 and Manual 026, significantly expanding emergency preparedness and response requirements. This post outlines the key changes, including mandatory Emergency Management Programs, expanded scope across resource sectors, enhanced hazard analysis standards, and what approval holders should do ahead of the February 2, 2026 effective date.

Alberta Energy Regulator Announces New Editions of Directive 071 and Manual 026

David R. McKinnon

Energy & Environmental Litigation, Commercial Disputes, and Health Law at Bennett Jones Calgary

Navdeep Kaur

Commercial Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Ellen Forsyth

The Alberta Court of King's Bench stood firm on its commitment to address delays and improve efficiency in Alberta's civil justice system. In Boucher v Bailey, 2025 ABKB 384, the Court dismissed the plaintiffs' request to adjourn a 31-day trial due to its counsel being double booked with another trial in another jurisdiction. The Court held that adjourning the trial as requested would cause prejudice to the justice system, including sub-optimal use of judicial resources and negatively affecting the public's confidence in the administration of justice.

Trial Dates Are Final Alberta Courts Confirm Commitment to Swift Justice

Trial Dates Are Final: Alberta Courts Confirm Commitment to Swift Justice

Ethan Z. Schiff

Commercial Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Morgan Sutherland

Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Associate 

Health Canada has released a Notice of Intent proposing new safety requirements for certain lithium-ion battery consumer products under the CCPSA. The proposed framework would introduce mandatory safety standards, with exemptions for specific regulated products, and is now open for stakeholder consultation until February 14, 2026.

Incoming Lithium Ion Battery Regulations Health Canada Wants to Hear from You

Incoming Lithium-Ion Battery Regulations—Health Canada Wants to Hear from You 

Serge Dupont

Senior Advisor at Bennett Jones Ottawa

Senior Advisor

The U.S. and global economies proved resilient in 2025. There were reasons, particularly around U.S. President Donald Trump&rsquo;s April 1 &ldquo;Liberation Day,&rdquo; to fear a global trade war or corrections in financial markets that would cause a recession in the United States and a sharp slowing of the global economy. In fact, while growth in the United States and most major economies slowed in 2025, other policy and market factors offset at least in part the early effect of disruptive policies by the U.S. administration. The United States&rsquo;s trading partners chose to avoid an all-out trade war, and most negotiated some form of accommodation with President Trump.

Economic Outlook 2026

Adapting to a New World: From Ambition to Investment

Ahmed Elmallah

Intellectual Property Lawyer at Bennett Jones Edmonton

Counsel, Patent Agent, Trademark Agent

Benjamin K. Reingold

Intellectual Property Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Stephen D. Burns

Technology Lawyer, Intellectual Property Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Partner, Trademark Agent

Stephen Thaler has appealed the Commissioner of Patents&rsquo; refusal to recognize his AI system, DABUS, as an inventor under the Patent Act. The case raises legal and practical questions as AI systems play a growing role in generating novel inventions. The outcome could influence how Canadian innovators protect AI-driven discoveries, particularly in pharmaceutical R&amp;D.

Appeal Filed Thaler Challenges Refusal to Recognize AI

Appeal Filed: Thaler Challenges Refusal to Recognize AI as an Inventor on a Patent—Implications Beyond Inventorship

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Bennett Jones Announcement Bennett Jones Recognized as a Best Employer in Canada for a Quarter of a Century November 10, 2025 Bennett Jones has once again been named one of the Best Employers in Canada, this year marking our 25th consecutive recognition. This remarkable milestone makes us one of the longest-ranked Best Employer in the country. The Best Employers in Canada powered by Mercer program celebrates organizations that lead the way in employee engagement, agility, leadership and talent focus. What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that it is based on the voices of our people. At Bennett Jones, our culture is built on values that guide how we work together. We believe in partnering with our clients and focusing on their business objectives, striving for excellence, treating each other with respect, and being transparent at every step. These values have helped us create an environment where people can grow and thrive in their careers. We are honoured that our people have once again placed us among Canada’s best. About Bennett Jones Bennett Jones is one of Canada’s premier business law firms and home to 500 lawyers and business advisors. With deep experience in complex transactions and litigation matters, we are well equipped to advise businesses and investors with Canadian ventures and connect Canadian businesses and investors with opportunities worldwide. About Mercer Mercer is a global consulting leader in redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes and unlocking real health and well-being. The Best Employers in Canada powered by Mercer certification program recognizes organizations that excel in employee engagement, agility, leadership and talent focus. For more information, visit mercer.ca Share by Email Social Media Download Download Subscribe Republishing Requests For permission to republish this or any other publication, contact Peter Zvanitajs at ZvanitajsP@bennettjones.com. For informational purposes only This publication provides an overview of legal trends and updates for informational purposes only. For personalized legal advice, please contact the authors.