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Christine Plante

Civil Fraud Recovery, Employment and Shareholder Disputes Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Partner

Justin R. Lambert

Securities & Commercial Litigator | Fraud & Energy Disputes

Michael A. Eizenga L.S.M.

Leading Canadian Class Action Litigator at Bennett Jones Toronto

Partner 

Workplace class proceedings are on the rise in Canada. Recent class actions have involved employee claims for <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.canlii.org/en/on/onca/doc/2022/2022onca115/2022onca115.html" target="_blank">overtime</a>, <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.canlii.org/en/on/onsc/doc/2020/2020onsc5368/2020onsc5368.html" target="_blank">vacation time</a>, <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.canlii.org/en/bc/bcsc/doc/2021/2021bcsc2414/2021bcsc2414.html?searchUrlHash=AAAAAQAgImVzY29iYXIiIEFORCAiY2xhc3MgcHJvY2VlZGluZyIAAAAAAQ&resultIndex=1#_Toc89857824" target="_blank">damages for COVID-19 pandemic terminations</a>, <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.canlii.org/en/bc/bcsc/doc/2022/2022bcsc1608/2022bcsc1608.html?searchUrlHash=AAAAAQAgImVzY29iYXIiIEFORCAiY2xhc3MgcHJvY2VlZGluZyIAAAAAAQ&resultIndex=2#_Toc113546909" target="_blank">extended healthcare benefits</a>, <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.canlii.org/en/on/onsc/doc/2021/2021onsc5518/2021onsc5518.html" target="_blank">misclassification of workers</a> and <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.canlii.org/en/ca/fct/doc/2017/2017fc51/2017fc51.html?searchUrlHash=AAAAAQAKaGFyYXNzbWVudAAAAAAB&offset=0" target="_blank">systemic discrimination and harassment</a>. The Alberta Court of Appeal decision in <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.canlii.org/en/ab/abca/doc/2022/2022abca374/2022abca374.html?searchUrlHash=AAAAAQBTImNsYXNzIHByb2NlZWRpbmdzIiBPUiAiY2xhc3MgYWN0aW9uIiBPUiAiYWN0aW9uIGNvbGxlY3RpdmUiIE9SICJyZWNvdXJzIGNvbGxlY3RpZiIAAAAAAQ&resultIndex=3" target="_blank">Flesch v Apache Corporation, 2022 ABCA 374</a> now adds claims for long-term incentive compensation to this growing list. This decision also revisits the "gatekeeping" role the court has in certifying such class proceedings.

Tis the Reason ABCA Considers Expanding Gatekeeping Role of Courts

'Tis the Reason: ABCA Considers Expanding Gatekeeping Role of Courts in Certification of Workplace Class Proceeding

Martin Ignasiak KC

Energy & Industrial Projects Lawyer

A majority of the Supreme Court of Canada recently clarified that any public “advantage” that government obtains through land regulations that deprives a property owner of all reasonable or economic uses of their property is sufficient to establish a de facto expropriation claim. <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://scc-csc.lexum.com/scc-csc/scc-csc/en/item/19534/index.do" target="_blank">Annapolis Group Inc v. Halifax Regional Municipality</a>, 2022 SCC 36 is a welcome development for land and resource developers.

Government Advantage and Reasonable Land Use Supreme Court of Canada Clarifies Law

Government Advantage and Reasonable Land Use

Supreme Court of Canada Clarifies Law In de facto Expropriation Cases

Munaf Mohamed KC

Commercial Litigation & Economic Crimes Lawyer | Trials & Appeals

Lead Director and Partner

Michael D. Mysak

Corporate & Commercial Litigation Lawyer

In Henenghaixin Corp v Deng, 2022 ABCA 271, the Alberta Court of Appeal sent a clear warning that counsel applying for extraordinary remedies must be careful when relying on hearsay evidence to ground their claims. In this case, the applicants relied on hearsay evidence without explaining why they were required to do so. The result was that the order was set aside on appeal.

Is it Getting Harder to Get a Worldwide Freezing Injunction in Alberta

Is It Getting Harder to Get a Worldwide Freezing Injunction In Alberta?

Keely Cameron

Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Belal Zaher

Commercial Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Associate

In Perez-Nana v Cargill Limited, 2022 ABQB 283, the Alberta Court of Queen's Bench considered a sequencing application. Guided by efficiency and fairness, the Court refused to hear the motion to strike the claim or portions thereof prior to the certification application, and ordered the applications be heard concurrently.

Alberta Court Denies Application to Hear Motion to Strike Prior to Class Action

Alberta Court Denies Application to Hear Motion to Strike Prior to Class Action Certification Hearing

Ruth E. Promislow

 Data Security and Privacy, Commercial Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Caroline Poirier

Information Technology, Privacy and Data Protection Lawyer at Bennett Jones Montreal

Suzie Suliman

Commercial Transactions Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Associate, Trademark Agent

The Supreme Court of Canada will hear an appeal on whether Meta Platforms Inc. breached federal privacy law in connection with third-party data sharing. The case focuses on the meaning of valid consent and the extent of organizations&rsquo; obligations to safeguard personal information under Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). Its outcome could significantly shape how organizations manage user data and oversee third-party partners in digital ecosystems.

Privacy Goes to the Top Court

Privacy Goes to the Top Court: The Supreme Court of Canada to Hear the Facebook-OPC Case in March 2026

Andrew L. Jeanrie

Real Estate & Municipal Law Lawyer | Development & Approvals

Samantha Weng

Real Estate Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

This blog examines how shifting market conditions in Toronto and the GTA are reshaping the delivery of affordable housing, including recent changes to inclusionary zoning. It highlights key public and private sector initiatives&mdash;such as Housing Now, Toronto Builds, and innovative financing models&mdash;that are advancing new supply despite economic challenges. The piece also explores how stakeholders are adapting strategies to balance policy goals with market realities.

Affordable Housing in Challenging Times

Affordable Housing in Challenging Times: Market Update and Insights from Active Projects in Toronto and the GTA

Benjamin K. Reingold

Intellectual Property Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Makda Yohannes

Commercial Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Stephen D. Burns

Energy & Infrastructure Technology Lawyer | IT/OT & Markets

Partner, Trademark Agent

Artificial intelligence is increasingly used to generate music and curate playlists, raising new questions about copyright protection under Canadian law. This blog examines whether AI-generated songs and playlists can qualify as copyright-protected works or compilations, and how courts may assess originality and human authorship. It also outlines practical considerations for artists, platforms and organizations using AI tools in the creative process.

Copyright in Compilations AI Generated Music and Playlists Under Canadian Law

Copyright in Compilations: AI‑Generated Music and Playlists Under Canadian Law 

Emma Danaher

Associate 

As artificial intelligence tools become more autonomous, they are creating new legal risks, including the potential for AI-generated defamation. This article explores how Canadian courts may assess liability when AI agents publish harmful or false statements, and why companies deploying these tools must implement strong governance, safeguards and oversight. It also examines how existing Canadian defamation principles may apply to emerging AI technologies.

When AI Speaks for Itself How AI is Reshaping Defamation Risk

When AI Speaks for Itself: How AI is Reshaping Defamation Risk

Jehad Haymour

Tax Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Sophie Virji

Tax Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Anna Lekach

The Tax Court of Canada allowed ExxonMobil Canada Resources Company&rsquo;s appeal in a significant transfer pricing dispute concerning the deductibility of feasibility study costs related to a proposed Alaska-to-North America natural gas pipeline project. The Court found that the costs were incurred for the purpose of earning income and rejected the Minister&rsquo;s transfer pricing adjustments and Part XIII tax assessment. The decision provides important guidance on transfer pricing analysis, the application of the OECD Guidelines and the evidentiary role of expert testimony in tax disputes.

Justin Lambert in Lawyer's Daily on Alberta Securities Commission Whistleblower Office

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