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Hon. John P. Manley P.C., O.C.

Senior Business Advisor at Bennett Jones Ottawa

Senior Business Advisor

John Manley appeared on CBC Morning Live to discuss President Trump’s decision to impose 35 percent tariffs on certain Canadian goods. He noted that while the move adds uncertainty and puts pressure on investment, Canadians should remain steady as negotiations unfold.

John Manley on the CBC News Network

The Honourable John Manley P.C., O.C. has been appointed as Companion of the Order of Canada, the highest distinction under the Order. This is a promotion within the Order, John was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada in 2009

John Manley Appointed Companion of the Order of Canada

John Manley on NPR Morning Edition on Mark Carney White House Visit

John Manley on NPR's Morning Edition on Mark Carney's White House Visit

BNN Bloomberg reported on business community responses to Canada’s newly elected minority government and the potential impact on key trade and policy issues. Bennett Jones Senior Advisor and chair of Jefferies Securities, the Honourable John Manley, offered his perspective on how the current political landscape may influence economic decision-making.

John Manley Speaks With BNN Bloomberg on Business Implications of a Minority Government

Luke Morrison

Energy Project Development, M&A, and Commercial Transaction Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Partner

Ashley M. White

Corporate, Commercial Transactions, Power & Energy Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Pamela Clark

Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary 

Associate 

On June 6, 2025, the federal government introduced Bill C-5, An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act, which proposes new legislation aimed at strengthening Canada's economy by removing interprovincial trade and labour mobility barriers and advancing major projects.

Wind In The Sails of Canadian Energy Project Development

Wind In The Sails of Canadian Energy Project Development: Major Projects Office Open For Business, and Details of Fast-Tracked Projects Emerging

Stephen D. Burns

Technology Lawyer, Intellectual Property Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Partner, Trademark Agent

Matthew Flynn

Technology Transaction Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

J. Sébastien A. Gittens

Intellectual Property and Technology Commercialization Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

AI transcription tools offer efficiency and accuracy in the boardroom but create risks to confidentiality, privacy and legal privilege. Organizations should adopt clear policies, safeguards and training to ensure responsible use and compliance with governance standards.

AI Notetaking in the Boardroom

Lorelei Graham

Food and Agribusiness Lawyer, IP Lawyer, Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

The United States Patent and Trademark Office's decision to cancel its Climate Change Mitigation pilot program for patents has not gone unnoticed in Canada. For Canadian policymakers and agri-tech innovators, this move by the United States raises two big questions: (1) How might this affect Canada&rsquo;s own intellectual property&nbsp; strategy for green tech, and (2) could it create opportunities for Canada (and others) to take the lead in certain climate-tech domains?
A particular area of interest is carbon-capture agri-tech, technologies that help farming not just reduce emissions but actively capture carbon (for instance, special crops or soil treatments that lock away carbon dioxide or farm machinery that traps greenhouse gases). These innovations are crucial for meeting climate goals and could become a competitive arena internationally.

Fast Tracks and Green Gaps Part IV

Fast Tracks and Green Gaps Part IV: Shifting Gears: How the United States' Exit from Climate Protection Fuels Canada's IP Advantage

Martin Ignasiak KC

Regulatory Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Jessica Kennedy

Larissa D. Lees

Associate

Alberta&rsquo;s updated self-supply rules create new opportunities for on-site power generation. This blog highlights key regulatory issues, risks, and opportunities developers need to consider.

So You Want to Supply Your Own Power Key Considerations for On Site Generation in Alberta

So You Want to Supply Your Own Power: Key Considerations for On-Site Generation in Alberta

Across the Atlantic, the European Union (EU) and its member states have also been encouraging climate-resilient agri-tech innovation, but their approach to intellectual property incentives has been a bit different. The European Union has set ambitious climate goals (like achieving climate neutrality by 2050) and launched the European Green Deal, a broad policy agenda to support sustainable technologies. While funding and regulations (such as support for sustainable farming practices) are big parts of the EU strategy, there is also recognition that IP rights play an important role in fostering innovation. However, unlike Canada or the recent US pilot program, Europe has not implemented a unified “green channel” for patent examination at the European Patent Office.

Fast Tracks and Green Gaps Part III

Fast Tracks and Green Gaps Part III: Green Without the Label: Europe's Pragmatic IP Approach to Agri-Tech Innovation

John Manley Honoured at Public Policy Forum Testimonial Awards

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Bennett Jones Announcement John Manley Honoured at Public Policy Forum Testimonial Awards April 29, 2022 Authors Hon. John P. Manley P.C., O.C.Senior Business Advisor John Manley was recognized at the 34th Annual Public Policy Forum Testimonial Dinner & Awards for his leadership in driving economic growth in Canada and relations with the United States. The Public Policy Forum builds bridges among diverse participants in the policy-making process and gives them a platform to examine issues, offer new perspectives and feed fresh ideas into policy discussions. John advises clients and helps them succeed through his years of leadership and experience in government and business, and his tremendous understanding of where strategic business opportunities lie. John was President and Chief Executive Officer of the Business Council of Canada from 2010 to 2018, representing the CEOs of leading Canadian corporations. For over a decade, he served in the Federal Government as Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Finance Minister and Industry Minister. Congratulations to John and his fellow honourees. Photo by Martin Lipman. Share by Email Social Media Download Download Subscribe Republishing Requests For permission to republish this or any other publication, contact Amrita Kochhar at kochhara@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. Authors Hon. John P. Manley P.C., O.C., Senior Business Advisor Ottawa • 613.683.2320 • manleyj@bennettjones.com