Speaking Engagements | Bennett Jones

Competition Law Under the Microscope of Class Actions
May 17, 2024
Pascale Dionne-Bourassa is a featured speaker at the Québec Bar Association's 2024 conference titled Recent Developments in Competition Law. Pascale, who has over 25 years of experience in civil and commercial litigation, discusses competition law in the context of classactions, focusing on recent decisions authorizing class actions in Québec and the Federal Court.
ABA 2024 ILS Annual Conference
May 07, 2024
Sabrina A. Bandali spoke as a panelist at the ABA Section of International Law conference, held in Washington. The conference focused on addressing various legal issues pertinent to international law, with a particular emphasis on tackling forced labor in supply chains. Sabrina offered valuable insights and strategies to help organizations navigate regulatory frameworks and uphold human rights standards in their operations.
CBA Competition Law Spring Conference
May 02, 2024
Pascale Dionne-Bourassa is Co-Chair of The Canadian Bar Association's Competition Law Spring Conference. Presented by the CBA Competition Law and Foreign Investment Review Section, the event brings together legal experts and industry leaders to explore emerging topics, trends and legislative changes in competition law.
Cross-Border Civil Fraud Recovery & Injunctive Relief and Cross-Border Private Investigations
April 18, 2024
Maureen Ward presented at the 2024 Toronto Police International Financial Crimes Investigators Conference. Her presentation, titled "Cross-Border Civil Fraud Recovery & Injunctive Relief and Cross-Border Private Investigations," provided attendees with invaluable insights into navigating complex legal landscapes associated with international financial crimes. Her expertise shed light on strategies for cross-border civil fraud recovery and the intricacies of conducting private investigations across jurisdictions.
Edmonton Women in Finance—Women at the Table: A Panel Discussion
April 16, 2024
Amy Verhoeff skillfully moderated the annual signature event titled Women at the Table: A Panel Discussion. The esteemed panelists shared their personal journeys, highlighting the challenges they faced and the accomplishments they achieved as women in the business world.
High Value International Recovery Ask Me Anything Part Two
April 16, 2024
Nathan Shaheen participated in a discussion at the Offshore Alert Miami 2024 event, speaking in a session titled "High-Value International Recovery: Ask Me Anything (Part Two)”. This session offered attendees an interactive opportunity to delve into the complexities of high-value international recovery.
OffshoreAlert Miami—High-Value International Recovery: Ask Me Anything
April 16, 2024
Nathan Shaheen spoke on a panel called High-Value International Recovery: Ask Me Anything at OffshoreAlert Miami. The panel of leading international fraud and value recovery specialists discussed emerging and dominant issues that impact your ability to be successful and effective.
Navigating Sanctions and The Impacts for Your Business Clients
April 11, 2024
Sabrina A. Bandali contributed as a program speaker at the OBA event focused on "Navigating Sanctions and the Impacts for Your Business Clients," providing invaluable insights into the complexities surrounding sanctions and their implications for businesses.
Craig Garbe on Law Panel at LandPRO 2024
April 02, 2024
Craig Garbe speaks on the Law Panel at the 2024 LandPRO Conference in Toronto. He will provide a step-by-step guide to the termination of a condominium pursuant to section 124 of the Condominium Act 1998, S.O. 1998 as amended, for the purposes of redeveloping the site, and the legacy easements (if any) that remain on title.
How to Protect Innovation in Mining
March 26, 2024
Lorelei Graham and Ahmed Elmallah presented on a webinar to the APEGA membership on the importance of protecting intellectual property in the mining industry and the impact of AI on mining innovation.
8th Annual Canadian Forum on Global Economic Sanctions
March 07, 2024
Sabrina A. Bandali participated as a panelist at the 8th Annual Canadian Forum on Global Economic Sanctions, organized by The Canadian Institute. During the event, Sabrina lent her expertise to a panel discussion focused on the interplay between forced labor, Canada’s Modern Slavery Act and economic sanctions. Sabrina provided attendees with valuable perspectives on compliance strategies and ethical considerations in international trade.
Deep Dive into International Arbitration
March 07, 2024
Artem Barsukov spoke on the webinar Deep Dive into International Arbitration, presented by the Canadian Bar Association International Law Section.
The Canadian Institute’s Canadian Forum on Global Economic Sanctions
March 06, 2024
Jessica Horwitz participated as a panelist at The Canadian Institute’s Canadian Forum on Global Economic Sanctions. The forum provided a platform for in-depth discussions on global economic sanctions and their implications for businesses and regulatory frameworks. Jessica focused on providing an update on Canada’s Asset Seizure and Forfeiture Regime, with a particular emphasis on identifying opportunities and addressing practical challenges associated with the regime.
The Energy Transition: Will It Be an Abrupt Divorce or a Long, Sizzling Separation?
February 29, 2024
Abbas Ali Khan spoke on a panel examining The Energy Transition: Will It Be an Abrupt Divorce or a Long, Sizzling Separation at the Houston Energy Conference hosted by the American Bar Association International Law Section. This panel discussed the strategic and legal challenges in forging a smooth transition to a clean energy future.
Managing and Executing Transformative and Traditional Energy Transactions and Projects in the North American Energy Sector
February 29, 2024
Ashley White moderated a panel on Managing and Executing Transformative and Traditional Energy Transactions and Projects in the North American Energy Sector at the Houston Energy Conference hosted by the American Bar Association International Law Section.
Managing and Executing Transformative and Traditional Energy Transactions and Projects in the North American Energy Sector
February 29, 2024
Gordon Cameron was Program Chair for a panel on Managing and Executing Transformative and Traditional Energy Transactions and Projects in the North American Energy Sector at the Houston Energy Conference hosted by the American Bar Association International Law Section.
Artificial Intelligence in the Legal Practice
February 29, 2024
Stephen Burns spoke on a panel examining Artificial Intelligence in the Legal Practice at the Houston Energy Conference hosted by the American Bar Association International Law Section.
Investing in Innovation: Smart Capital in the Age of Generative AI
February 23, 2024
In a successful conclusion to the Canadian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association's Invest Canada Webinar Series, Bennett Jones presented a webinar featuring insights into the evolving venture capital landscape. Moderated by Kwang Lim, this webinar featured Lisa Kakoske, Ruth Promislow and Jeff Taylor as they discussed trends in the industry, regulatory challenges and the significance of ESG in generative AI investments.
The Future of Automotive in Canada
February 23, 2024
Ruth Promislow was a featured panelist in The Globe and Mail's fourth annual Future of Automotive summit. As we see more and more vehicles storing and reporting data, Ruth's conversation focuses on the data collection, privacy and security concerns in the automotive industry.
De-risking Your Family Business
February 22, 2024
Leah Tolton recently spoke on a panel at the De-risking Your Family Business event hosted by Ian Baillie of The Globe and Mail. This panel focused on how diversifying your investments can play an essential role in de-risking the family business. Notably, how family governance structures, opportunities for generating liquidity and new investments can all play a role in fortifying the family portfolio.
Leah Tolton Speaks on Legacy Builders Podcast
February 16, 2024
Leah Tolton joined Cory Gagnon on the Legacy Builders podcast, Perfectionism Paralysis: Crafting Adaptive Governance for Family Business Longevity, to discuss how to sustain and grow family ventures. She outlined recommendations on shareholder pacts, balancing flexibility and durable foundations. She also provided clear steps on improving cross-generational communication, participation terms and upholding unity amidst growth.
Litigating Asset Recovery for Victims
February 15, 2024
Lincoln Caylor spoke as a panelist on "Session 6: Litigating Asset Recovery for Victims" for the ACLP’s The Life Cycle of Dirty Money course at the University of British Columbia. He spoke to the challenges of following tainted assets in aid of their victim clients.
CLEBC Mergers and Acquisitions 2024
February 13, 2024
Mike Shakra, Kwang Lim and Christian Gauthier, participated in panel discussions at CLEBC Mergers and Acquisitions 2024, covering various aspects of mergers and acquisitions.
University of Alberta's Mental Health and Wellness Panel: 1L Law Students
February 13, 2024
Kelly Hammel spoke on the University of Alberta’s Mental Health and Wellness Panel, regarding the recruitment process for 1L law students.
2024 Annual Review of Insolvency Law by International Women's Insolvency and Restructuring Confederation
February 02, 2024
Kelsey Meyer participated as a panelist at the 2024 Annual Review of Insolvency Law hosted by the International Women's Insolvency and Restructuring Confederation. The event provided a comprehensive overview of recent developments in insolvency law and offered insights into emerging trends and challenges within the field. Kelsey discussed the implications of the Supreme Court's acknowledgment of contract-party autonomy in the context of insolvency, particularly in light of the landmark Petrowest case.

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