Aboriginal Involvement And Environmental Assessment For Project Development (Video content)

The Province of Manitoba has launched the Manitoba-Canada Defence Alliance to attract defence and security investment opportunities as Canada commits $81.8 billion to military spending. This new initiative brings together government, industry, post-secondary institutions and the Canadian Armed Forces to position Manitoba businesses competitively in the expanding defence procurement landscape.

Canada is positioning itself as a premier destination for institutional investment through legislative reforms, accelerated regulatory approvals, and a new sovereign wealth fund. With ambitious plans to catalyze $1 trillion in investment over five years, the question remains whether Canada can execute major projects with the certainty and speed required to deliver returns that global investors demand.

The federal government has published notices proposing to add the Mackenzie Valley Highway and Roberts Bank Terminal 2 to Schedule 1 of the Building Canada Act as projects of national interest. These potential listings, following a similar notice for the West Coast Oil Pipeline, provide the first practical indications of how the government may use the Act to advance major infrastructure projects through streamlined federal approvals while maintaining Indigenous consultation and environmental assessment requ

Those involved in importing or exporting controlled nuclear information should review this article because the applicable Canadian regime is undergoing significant change, with important consequences for both licensing and day-to-day management of information.

Le 27 août 2026, le gouvernement du Québec a officiellement déclenché les élections générales, qui mèneront les électeurs aux urnes le 5 octobre prochain. Comme à chaque campagne électorale, plusieurs entreprises, associations et organismes se demandent si leurs activités de relations gouvernementales peuvent se poursuivre et si les règles applicables au lobbyisme changent pendant cette période.

On August 27, 2026, the Government of Quebec officially called the general election, which will lead voters to the polls on October 5. As with every election campaign, companies, associations, and organizations ask whether their government relations activities can continue and if the rules applicable to lobbying change during this period.

Le 27 août 2026, le gouvernement du Québec a officiellement déclenché les élections générales qui mèneront les électeurs québécois aux urnes le 5 octobre prochain. Avec l’ouverture de la période électorale prévue à la Loi électorale (RLRQ, c. E‑3.3), un régime strict de contrôle des dépenses électorales s’applique désormais jusqu’au jour du scrutin.

On August 27, 2026, the Government of Québec called the general election, with voters set to go to the polls on October 5. The election period under the Election Act (CQLR, c. E-3.3) is now underway, and the Act's rules governing election expenses will apply until polling day.

La décision rendue à la majorité de 2 contre 1 par la Cour d’appel de l’Ontario dans l’affaire Minotar s’inscrit dans la tendance récente de la Cour à confirmer une législation provinciale qui limite ou exclut...

Canada's renewed commitment to rebuilding domestic defence capacity has created significant procurement opportunities for businesses across the country. Through programs like the Industrial and Technological Benefits Policy, Canada's Defence Industrial Strategy, and targeted initiatives for Indigenous and Canadian suppliers, companies can now access lucrative contracts and incentives in the growing defence sector. Understanding these procurement frameworks and eligibility requirements is essential for busin

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