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Simon Foxcroft

Mining, Energy, Transportation, Construction and OH&S Lawyer at Bennett Jones Edmonton

Partner

Mathieu J. LaFleche

Commercial Litigation and Health Lawyer at Bennett Jones Edmonton

Jennifer A. Miller KC

Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) and Employment Lawyer at Bennett Jones Edmonton

Bill 47: Ensuring Safety and Cutting Red Tape Act, 2020, was introduced in the Alberta Legislature on November 5, 2020, and, if passed, will come into force on September 1, 2021. Among other things, Bill 47 comprehensively overhauls occupational health and safety legislation by replacing the current Occupational Health and Safety Act with a new act.

Proposed Sweeping Changes to Albertas Occupational Health and Safety Act

Proposed Sweeping Changes to Alberta's Occupational Health and Safety Act

"When fishermen cannot go to sea, they mend their nets." The pandemic has created very challenging economic conditions while the health hazard of the virus has itself brought occupational health and safety (OHS) issues to the forefront. Complying with OHS laws is difficult at the best of times, but how do you cope when your budgets are slashed, your workforce is diminished, your work sites are at risk of viral contamination and workers may be working remotely?

Maximizing Your Safety Compliance and Efficiency During a Trying  Economic Environment

Practical suggestions and tips on economical ways to strengthen your safety program during the pandemic.

Maximizing Your Safety Compliance and Efficiency In a Trying Economic Environment

Sara G. Parchello

Employment Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

John Gilmore is the author of the book: <a href="https://store.thomsonreuters.ca/product-detail/cannabis-in-the-workplace/" target="_blank">Cannabis in the Workplace</a>.  Legalization of cannabis will have a large impact on workplaces in ways that alcohol has not. Employers face various cannabis-related issues with respect to health and safety, privacy, accommodation, and even criminal matters. This book will provide needed guidance and straightforward analysis, and it will identify areas of possible concern for employers. -	Matthew MacDonald,
Tyler Henderson,
Sara Parchello,
Talia Bregman,
Stephen Burns,
Jennifer Miller,
Mathieu LaFleche, John Batzel,
Dana Kiefer, Susan G. Seller,
and Lauren Millar are
listed as co-authors.  Published by Carswell.

Cannabis in the Workplace

Lincoln Caylor

Commercial Litigation and Fraud Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Partner 

Jim Schmidt

Commercial Litigation and Fraud Lawyer in Bennett Jones Edmonton

Lincoln Caylor and Jim Schmidt provide comments on H.M.B. Holdings Limited v. Replay Resorts Inc. in the British Columbia edition of <a href="-/media/E5A0AB674FE347CE80657D86BEB678EC.ashx">Take Five</a>, a newsletter of OnPoint Legal Research.
Lincoln and Jim were counsel for the appellants.

BC Take Five July 2018

Lincoln Caylor and Jim Schmidt on H.M.B. Holdings Limited v. Replay Resorts Inc.

Michelle F. Yung

Real Estate Lawyer at Bennett Jones Vancouver

Vanessa Kiraly

Commercial Real Estate Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Associate

A recent Ontario Superior Court decision underscores the importance of precise lease drafting. In Malleum Real Estate v. Donut Monster, the court held that tenant obligations began on the fixed commencement date&mdash;regardless of unfinished landlord improvements or pandemic disruptions. The ruling highlights that assumptions cannot override clear lease terms and offers practical lessons for both landlords and tenants.

When Assumptions Break Leases The Need for Clear Terms

When Assumptions Break Leases: The Need for Clear Terms

Vasilis F. L. Pappas, FCIArb

International Arbitration Lawyer at Bennett Jones Vancouver and Calgary

Melanie Teetaert

Commercial Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Vancouver

Geoffrey P. Stenger

Project Development, Energy, Infrastructure and Construction Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

On October 7, 2025, British Columbia introduced Bill 20, the Construction Prompt Payment Act. If enacted, it will overhaul payment timelines and create a fast-track adjudication process for construction disputes. The legislation is expected to significantly impact owners, contractors and subcontractors across the province.

BC Introduces Prompt Payment Legislation

B.C. Introduces Prompt Payment Legislation

Benjamin K. Reingold

Intellectual Property Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Jesse Mighton

Insolvency and Restructuring Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Nyrie Israelian

Intellectual Property at Bennett Jones Toronto

The Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy has issued new guidance on the use of AI tools by Licensed Insolvency Trustees. The guidance underscores the need for oversight, accuracy, transparency, and adherence to professional obligations as AI becomes more integrated into insolvency practice.

OSB Issues New Guidance

OSB Issues New Guidance: What Licensed Insolvency Trustees Must Know about AI Tools 

Simon Grant

Banking & Finance Lawyer, Fintech Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Jessica B. Horwitz

International Trade Lawyer, Customs Lawyer, Regulatory Lawyer, Anti-Corruption and Economic Sanctions Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Andrew Bozzato

Corporate, M&A, Securities Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

FINTRAC imposed a record $176.9 million penalty on cryptocurrency exchange Cryptomus for thousands of AML/KYC violations. The case underscores regulators&rsquo; increasing focus on compliance, with additional sanctions from the BCSC for operating without registration. Exchanges serving Canadian clients must ensure strict adherence to AML, KYC and securities laws to avoid similar consequences.

176 9 million fine against cryptocurrency exchange from FINTRAC demonstrates costs of non compliance

C$176.9 Million Fine Against Cryptocurrency Exchange From FINTRAC Demonstrates Costs of Non-Compliance

David J. Wahl, FCIArb

Construction Arbitration & Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Christopher Petrucci

Commercial Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Alex Payne

Commercial Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

The Ontario Superior Court in Feldt Electric Ltd v Gorbern Mechanical Contractors held that non-compliance with an adjudicator&rsquo;s determination does not automatically invalidate a lien. The decision underscores the importance of jurisdiction and procedural fairness in construction disputes under Ontario&rsquo;s prompt payment and adjudication regime.

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