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Matthew Flynn

Technology Transaction Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Partner

Simon Grant

Banking & Finance Lawyer, Fintech Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Partner 

Kwang Lim

Corporate and Securities Lawyer at Bennett Jones Vancouver

Vancouver Managing Partner

Welcome to Bennett Jones' quarterly Fintech in Canada update, where our fintech lawyers address timely issues shaping the industry. In this Q2 2023 update, we look at considerations when considering the use of generative AI in a business and the SEC filing against Binance

Fintech in Canada Q2 2023 Navigating Industry Shifts and Legal Challenges

Fintech in Canada Q2 2023: Navigating Industry Shifts and Legal Challenges

In Bennett Jones' quarterly Fintech in Canada update, our fintech lawyers address timely issues shaping the industry. In this Q1 2023 update, we look at new and developing federal policies, what's new in the regulation of payment services, crypto-asset trading and stable coins, crypto crime, Canadian and global trends in M&A and corporate finance and the impact on fintech companies and investors.

Fintech in Canada Q1 2023 A Pivotal Moment

Fintech in Canada Q1 2023: A Pivotal Moment

Maureen M. Ward

Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Fraud Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Joseph N. Blinick

Commercial Litigation, Securities, Class Actions and Insolvency Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

In June 2022, the Final Report of the Commission of Inquiry into Money Laundering in British Columbia was published. The report canvasses the nature and extent of money-laundering activities in British Columbia and examines multiple issues that have contributed to its precipitous rise.

The Cullen Commission Explores the Issue of Money Laundering Through Virtual Assets

Lincoln Caylor

Commercial Litigation and Fraud Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

On June 15th, 2022, the Commission of Inquiry into Money Laundering in British Columbia (Commission or Cullen Commission) released its highly anticipated <a href="https://cullencommission.ca/files/reports/CullenCommission-FinalReport-Full.pdf">final report</a> (the Report) which comes after years of work and a review of extensive evidence, including testimony from nearly 200 witnesses. Led by B.C. Supreme Court Justice Austin Cullen, the Commission was established to inquire and report on the extent of money laundering in British Columbia, the role and effectiveness of regulatory authorities and barriers to law enforcement.

The Cullen Commission Releases Its Final Report Key Takeaways

The Cullen Commission Releases Its Final Report on Money Laundering in British Columbia—Key Takeaways

Katelyn Weller

Counsel at Bennett Jones Toronto

Counsel

Carl Cunningham

Management-side Employment Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

The 2025 Federal Budget proposes significant employment law changes, including restrictions on non-compete agreements and new measures to address worker misclassification and wage theft. Federally regulated employers should prepare for upcoming consultations in early 2026.

Federal Budget Proposals Affecting Employers

Andrew Bozzato

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

Canada's federal budget was released on November 4, 2025 and included some much-anticipated news for fintech. In this latest edition of our Fintech in Canada quarterly update, we look at the key announcements in Budget 2025 for the sector, including the unleashing of stablecoins, fintech-focused changes to financial legislation and momentum for open banking and how fintechs can navigate the evolving landscape.&nbsp;

Fintech in Canada Q3 2025

Ahmed Elmallah

Intellectual Property Lawyer at Bennett Jones Edmonton

Counsel, Patent Agent, Trademark Agent

Lorelei Graham

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

Edward (Ted) Yoo

Intellectual Property Lawyer and Canada/US Patent and Trademark Agent at Bennett Jones Edmonton

Partner, Patent Agent, Trademark Agent

Recent disputes involving xAI, OpenAI and a former engineer highlight how quickly job transitions can escalate into trade-secret and IP risks. This article explains why every business needs a clear confidential information and intellectual property (CI&amp;IP) governance policy&mdash;and how such policies help prevent disputes, protect proprietary assets and ensure compliance with third-party obligations.

Why Every Business and StartUp Needs an Employee Governance Policy

X.AI Corp. v. OpenAI—Why Every Business (and Start-Up) Needs an Employee Governance Policy for Managing Confidential Business Information and IP Risk

Martin Ignasiak KC

Regulatory Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Ashley M. White

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

Jessica Kennedy

Budget 2025 sets out Canada&rsquo;s Climate Competitiveness Strategy, reaffirming goals to attract clean investment, strengthen carbon pricing systems and position the country as an emerging energy superpower. The Strategy details updates to emissions regulations, clean technology tax credits, critical mineral programs and major project approvals, offering new signals for investors and industry.

Canadas Budget 2025 Canadas Climate Competitiveness Strategy

Canada's Budget 2025: Canada's Climate Competitiveness Strategy

J. Sébastien A. Gittens

Intellectual Property and Technology Commercialization Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Partner, Trademark Agent

Stephen D. Burns

Technology Lawyer, Intellectual Property Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

AI is rapidly integrating into enterprise workflows, yet vendor agreements often lag behind in safeguarding organizational risk. This article highlights the hidden hazards in standard AI terms and conditions, including data usage, IP ownership, liability limits and regulatory compliance gaps and outlines strategies to strengthen contractual oversight.

The Digital Elephant in the Room: Cryptocurrencies and Securities

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