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The idea that banks should invest in large-scale replacement of legacy systems has had some traction. Current core banking systems, replacement proponents suggest, are decades old and simply can't serve banks effectively anymore, on a host of levels.

Saskatchewan's new Data Centre Framework and Canada's Responsible Data Centre Development Principles establish comprehensive guidelines for data centre development, emphasizing Canadian ownership, data sovereignty, and bring-your-own-power requirements. How will these frameworks shape the future of data centre investments and operations across Canadian provinces, and what challenges remain in implementing these high-level policy priorities?

On July 29, 2004, the Supreme Court of Canada released its decision in <I>Monsanto Canada Inc. v. Ontario (Superintendent of Financial Service)</I>. The decision creates an obligation for employers who have partially wound-up their defined benefit pension plans to distribute a proportional share of actuarial surplus in the plan as at the partial wind up date. This represents a significant shift in the timing of surplus distribution in Canada. Before the Monsanto case, no court&nbs

Following a recent Ontario Superior Court decision, pension administrators contemplating modifications to their plans may be obligated to inform plan members of such possible changes before they are implemented.

On July 29, 2004 the Supreme Court of Canada released its long-awaited decision in the matter of Monsanto Canada Inc. v. Superintendent of Financial Services. This decision has major funding implications for companies with defined benefit pension plans.

Canadian manufacturers are notorious for being a conservative bunch—opting to rely on tried-and-true growth strategies rather than taking on bolder endeavours.

Join Heather Barnhouse, Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them.

A recent court decision in Ontario reminds us of the significant implications when communications are characterized as having been made "without prejudice".

In this episode, Ellen Bessner and Brendan Monahan dig into one of the biggest barriers to effective financial planning: lack of communication between investors and advisors. Both sides often avoid reaching out — investors don't want to "bother" their advisor, and advisors worry about appearing intrusive.

Fasken lawyers Gary Ott, Dierk Ullrich and Grant Foster contributed Chapter 23 to the updated version of the 2005 practice manual "Due Diligence Deskbook" with CLEBC.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced the launch of a new way of inviting applicants for permanent residence to submit their applications via Express Entry.

Canada's Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Act (FITAA) establishes a comprehensive registration regime for arrangements with foreign principals involving influence activities related to Canadian political or governmental processes. Organizations across sectors—including businesses, NGOs, universities, and industry associations—must assess whether their existing or proposed arrangements trigger registration obligations, with significant administrative and criminal penalties for no

February 1, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order (the "Executive Order") that, in blatant contravention of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement signed during his first term, applies tariffs of 25%.

Following the breakdown of Canada-U.S. trade discussions in August 2026, McCarthy Tétrault hosted a comprehensive webinar examining the collapse's implications for Canadian businesses.

In Alberta, private construction project participants enjoy the luxury of the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act, RSA 2000, c P-26.4 (the "PPCLA")...

As in-house counsel continue to face cost pressures from within their organizations, external counsel need to help respond to those pressures.

On March 7, 2023, the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions ("OSFI") issued its first prudential climate-related framework - Guideline B-15: Climate Risk Management (the "Guideline").

Susan Wortzman, partner and Director of E-Discovery, and a team of experienced authors the third edition of E-Discovery in Canada.

With the legal and business landscapes rapidly evolving over the last year, McCarthy Tétrault's 2024 Outlook Series looks at the latest developments across key industries that will affect your business in 2024...

Hydro-Québec Distribution issued today the third addendum to the call for tenders document in respect of its 450 MW wind call for tenders.