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Take Note: Facilitation Payments Are Now Illegal Under The CFPOA
On October 31, 2017, the Government of Canada eliminated the facilitation payment exception from the Corruption of Foreign Public Officials Act (the "CFPOA").
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The Future Of Firearms: Bill C-21 Proposes Strongest-Ever Restrictions
Last week, Public Safety Canada released a statement on a hotly contested piece of legislation that could become the strictest gun law in North America. Bill C-21, which was first introduced...Devry Smith Frank LLP - Article
The Meaning Of "Consent" – The Focal Point Of The Hockey Canada Case
The legal definition of consent is clear: it must be a voluntary, affirmative, and ongoing agreement to engage in sexual activity.Siskinds LLP - Article
Tougher Penalties For Child Predators Act
Sexual abuse of children is a worldwide epidemic that must be fought on a number of fronts including legislation.Torkin Manes LLP - Article
U.K. Serious Frauds Office Enters Into Second Deferred Prosecution Agreement To Resolve Corruption And Bribery Charges
The U.K. Serious Frauds Office (the SFO) on July 8, 2016 obtained its second deferred prosecution agreement (DPA).
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What To Do If You've Been A Victim Of Sexual Assault: It Is Not Too Late To Take Action
Sexual assault is a deeply traumatic experience, but remember, it's never too late to seek justice. You don't have to go through this alone.Watson Goepel LLP - Article
White-Collar Crimes In The COVID-19 Pandemic
The recent decision in R v Scholz, 2020 BCPC 120, serves as a reminder that white collar crimes, which are often said to "fly under the radar", are continuing to be aggressively prosecuted.
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Advising The Trustee: The Lawyer's Role In The Case Of Fraud
You are at your desk. An email flashes across your screen. One of the bankruptcy trustees you have recently begun acting for asks you to call.Blaney McMurtry LLP - Podcast
Episode 044: A Shift In Society: Changing The Limitations On Sexual Abuse Cases With Simona Jellinek (Podcast)
Brenda Agnew and Jordan Assaraf, your hosts, welcome Simona Jellinek to today's episode.Gluckstein Lawyers - Video
Ivanna Iwasykiw On Reclaiming Your Voice Through A Sexual Abuse Claim (Video)
Ivanna Iwasykiw, a Sexual Abuse Lawyer at Jellinek Ellis Gluckstein Lawyers, explains how survivors can reclaim their power through civil lawsuits without needing criminal convictions. She discusses Ontario's unlimited...Gluckstein Lawyers - Video
Sexual Abuse Lawyer Ivanna Iwasykiw Discusses Ride-Share Sexual Assault Statistics - CTV's Your Morning August 19, 2025 (Video)
US reports reveal alarming rates of misconduct and sexual assault complaints on ride-share apps like Uber and Lyft, with one report filed every 8 minutes.Gluckstein Lawyers - Article
Supreme Court Of Canada Clarifies Courts Have An Obligation To Follow Decisions Of Courts At The Same Level In Most Cases
The Supreme Court of Canada released a decision today (R. v. Sullivan 2022 SCC 19) dealing with an important issue relating to the constitutionality of a provision of the Criminal Code...Affleck Greene McMurtry LLP - Article
Business Directory Scammer Sentenced
One participant in a business directory scam targeting businesses and non-profit organizations in Canada and the United States was sentenced to 18 months in prison.Affleck Greene McMurtry LLP - Article
Canada Strengthens International Anti-Corruption Legislation
On Wednesday, June 19, 2013, the amendments to the "Corruption of Foreign Public Officials Act" received royal assent.Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP - Article
Don't Try This Laundry At Home (Or Anywhere Else)
With FINTRAC issuing its first AMP against a bank this year and an increase in AMP activity generally, managing litigation and penalty risk...Borden Ladner Gervais LLP - Article
R V Basque, 2023 SCC 18 – The Supreme Court's Unanimous Decision Clarifies That Credit Can Be Given For Pre-conviction Driving Prohibitions
In R v Basque, the accused was prohibited from driving as a term of her release conditions pending trial.CLC (Canadian Litigation Counsel) - Article
Solo International Decision: A Detailed Account Of Pump-and-dump Scheme, But Sparse Legal Analysis
The Québec Financial Markets Tribunal ruled on a transnational pump-and-dump scheme in Solo International Inc., finding violations of securities laws and imposing administrative penalties.Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP - Article
Final Regulations Released Amending Canada's AML Regime
Further to our earlier bulletin titled "Further Proposed Changes to Canada's AML Regime", final versions of the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada Assessment of Expenses Regulations...Fasken - Article
Canada’s New Anti-Money Laundering Legislation Significantly Raises Penalties And Adds New Violations
On March 26, 2026, Bill C-12, the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act, received royal assent. The Bill significantly amends Canada’s anti-money laundering (AML) legislation...Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP - Article
Canada Targets High-Profile Haitian Elites In Additional Rounds Of Sanctions
On January 13, 2023, Canada announced new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Haiti) Regulations (the "Haiti Regulations") against two individuals...Tereposky & DeRose
