COVID-19: Breaking Developments And Essential Resources

On September 15, 2021, amid the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Purolator Canada Inc ("Employer") introduced a mandatory vaccination policy known as the COVID-19 Safer Work Policy (the "SWP")...

La Cour divisionnaire de l'Ontario (la « Cour ») a infirmé une sentence arbitrale rendue en 2024 selon laquelle les mesures disciplinaires ne pouvaient jamais constituer une réponse...

Ontario's Divisional Court has dismissed an application for judicial review by a former personal support worker who alleged that the termination of his employment was discrimination...

In 2023, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Commercial List) released its highly anticipated decision in Workman Optometry Professional Corporation v Certas Home and Auto Insurance Company (Workman).

A recent decision of the Canada Industrial Relations Board (Board) affirms that COVID-19 tests are not considered genetic tests under the genetic testing provisions of the Canada Labour Code (Code)...

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the legal world has experienced many changes – arguably much-needed changes – which have allowed for more remote access to legal services.

Recent market trends in the Canadian private equity (PE) landscape indicate a growing appetite for sponsor-led liquidity solutions amid challenging market conditions.

The Ontario Court of Appeal affirmed in SIR Corp. v. Aviva, 2023 ONCA 778 that a commercial all-risks policy did not provide coverage for business interruption...

The plight of schools has been a major concern throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially, stakeholders constantly weighed the ills of remote learning versus the risk of spreading the virus.

The Ontario Supreme Court recently examined the ability to recover for lost revenue associated with the COVID-19 pandemic through standard form business interruption insurance policies.

Developers in British Columbia face significant legal consequences for failing to disclose material developments during presale condominium projects, even if construction is eventually completed. A landmark Supreme Court decision examines when post-contract disclosure failures can render purchase agreements unenforceable and whether insolvency proceedings can override consumer protection obligations under REDMA.

British Columbia's new Construction Prompt Payment Act introduces mandatory payment deadlines and expedited adjudication for construction disputes, drawing from similar regimes in Ontario and Alberta while incorporating unique provisions around invoice requirements and holdback releases. How will these changes reshape payment practices and dispute resolution in BC's construction industry, and what lessons can be learned from other provinces' experiences with prompt payment legislation?

Le 29 juillet 2026, l'OCRI et les ACVM ont publié l'Avis conjoint 81-339 concernant les pratiques sectorielles à l'égard des fonds négociés en bourse à l'étranger. Cet avis traite des obligations de prospectus et d'inscription pour les gestionnaires de FNB étrangers, ainsi que des obligations de connaissance du produit, du client et de détermination de la convenance pour les courtiers. Les gestionnaires et courtiers doivent maintenant évaluer leurs pratiques

La Colombie-Britannique introduit un système de paiement rapide pour les projets de construction avec la Construction Prompt Payment Act, établissant des délais stricts de 28 jours pour les maîtres d'ouvrage et 7 jours pour les entrepreneurs. Comment ces nouvelles échéances de paiement et le processus d'arbitrage intérimaire transformeront-ils la gestion des flux de trésorerie et le règlement des différends dans l'industrie de la construction?

Canada's inaugural Investment Summit in September 2026 aims to attract $1 trillion in investment across defence, infrastructure, Indigenous partnerships, technology, energy, critical minerals and agriculture. This analysis examines the federal measures shaping the Summit's agenda and outlines the key legal, regulatory and structuring considerations businesses and investors should evaluate when assessing nation-building opportunities in Canada.

British Columbia's Construction Prompt Payment Act introduces mandatory payment deadlines and fast-track adjudication for construction disputes. Owners must pay contractors within 28 days, contractors must pay subcontractors within seven days, and payment disputes can be resolved through binding adjudication outside the courts. The legislation also shortens the holdback period under the Builders Lien Act and eliminates standalone liens against holdbacks.

A recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision examines the boundaries of social media criticism in development disputes, addressing when heated online debate crosses into actionable defamation. The case explores how courts balance freedom of expression against reputational harm when Facebook posts allege corruption and misconduct, and clarifies the costs consequences for unsuccessful anti-SLAPP motions where malice may be present.

On July 29, 2026, the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) and the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) published joint Staff Notice 81-339 – Industry Practices Relating to Foreign-Listed Exchange-Traded Funds (the Foreign ETF Notice).

The Canadian Securities Administrators have proposed significant amendments to the Listed Issuer Financing Exemption that would permanently codify increased financing limits up to $50 million and introduce greater flexibility for reporting issuers seeking capital. These changes build on the success of a temporary blanket order that dramatically increased both the number of offerings and average capital raised, while introducing new provisions for marketed offerings, successor issuers, and streamlined disclo

Canada's Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Act establishes a comprehensive registration regime requiring individuals and organizations to disclose arrangements with foreign principals that aim to influence Canadian political or governmental processes. The legislation creates broad obligations affecting legal professionals, lobbyists, and anyone undertaking influence activities on behalf of foreign states or entities, with significant penalties for non-compliance ranging from administrative f