ArticleYear In Review: Airline Liability For "Bumping"In July 2014, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit released a ruling in the case of Campbell v. Air Jamaica Ltd.CanadaTransportAlexander Holburn Beaudin + Lang LLP
ArticleChanges To Termination Notice Period For Interprovincial And Cross-Border Trucking Companies As Of February 1, 2024Federally regulated trucking companies should be aware of changes to the termination provisions under Part III of the Canada Labour Code ("Code") that are coming into effect as of February 1, 2024.CanadaCorporate/Commercial LawGardiner Roberts LLP
ArticleMan Pleads Guilty To Disruption On Air Canada FlightBrandon Courneyea, the defendant, admitted to interfering with a flight attendant last month. His actions opened him up to a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and a $250,000 USD fine. CanadaCriminal LawDevry Smith Frank LLP
ArticleBritish Columbia Utilities Commission Launches Inquiry To Review Regulation Of Electric Vehicle ChargingThe British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) recently established an inquiry to review the regulation of electric vehicle (EV) charging services in the province. CanadaEnergy and Natural ResourcesAird & Berlis LLP
ArticleProposed Amendments To Increase Innovation And Development In Marine Renewable Energy SectorThe proposed amendments to the Act are the most recent step in the province's stated efforts to be a global leader in the emerging industry of marine renewable energy.CanadaEnergy and Natural ResourcesAird & Berlis LLP
ArticleQuebec Government Unveils Its Sustainable Mobility Policy 2030These objectives will be reached thanks to substantial financing targeting the promotion of sustainable and efficient transportation services.CanadaEnergy and Natural ResourcesMcCarthy Tétrault
ArticleCourt Rules That Unquantifiable Climate Impacts Are Not Sufficient To Overturn Project ApprovalIn a recent decision, the Federal Court has rejected an attempt by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to set aside ministerial approval of a significant...CanadaEnvironmentBennett Jones LLP
ArticleOut Of Charge: Do Insurers And Lenders Hold The Key To The Mass Adoption Of Electric Vehicles?In an effort to reach its stated goal of net-zero emissions across the country, the Government of Canada has plans to implement a ban on the sale of all gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035.CanadaEnvironmentMiller Thomson
ArticleSale Of Light-Duty Combustion Vehicles Prohibited In Québec Starting In 2035The Québec government adopted final regulations in December to prohibit the sale of passenger and other light-duty combustion vehicles in the province in 2035.CanadaEnvironmentMcMillan LLP
ArticleLuxury Tax Grounded: What Budget 2025 Means For Canada's Aviation IndustryThe Canada Strong Budget 2025 (Budget 2025), introduced on November 4, 2025 (Budget Day), signals a major shift in tax policy aimed at boosting Canada's competitiveness...CanadaFinance and BankingCassels
ArticleUpdate: "Taking The High Road" – Crossing The Canada/US Border Following The Legalization Of CannabisIn our previous blog post, we discussed the serious implications of cannabis affiliation at the U.S. Border. CanadaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesDevry Smith Frank LLP
ArticleOntario's Crackdown On Fraudulent Commercial Licenses And The U.S. Ban On Trucking Work Visas Leave Drivers In LimboOn August 22, 2025, the U.S. State Department announced a pause on the issuance of certain work visas for foreign commercial truck drivers. The pause targets H-2B, E-2, and EB-3 visas.CanadaImmigrationGardiner Roberts LLP
ArticleLes Expéditeurs Et Les Destinataires De Marchandises Se Protégeront Contre Les RetardsSi vous importez ou exportez des marchandises, examinez attentivement votre police d'assurance cargaison pour voir si elle couvre les retards.CanadaInsuranceBorden Ladner Gervais LLP
ArticleOntario Acts On Marshall Report With New Changes To Auto InsuranceThe Ontario government announced its latest round of changes to automobile insurance, called the Fair Auto Insurance Plan. CanadaInsuranceMiller Thomson
ArticleBack-to-School Safety Tips: Crossing The Street SafelyTo reduce the risk of any accidents, here are some tips to keep in mind for a safer trek to and from school. CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationGluckstein Lawyers
ArticleMunicipality Relies On Minimum Maintenance Standards In Successful Defence Of Motor Vehicle Accident ClaimIn the recently released decision Beardwood et al. v The City of Hamilton, 2022 ONSC 4030 (Beardwood), the Ontario Superior Court of Justice considered the statutory defences available to...CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationBorden Ladner Gervais LLP
ArticleAlberta Court Dismisses Constructive Taking Lawsuit - Municipal Law AlertOn May 31, 2023, Application Judge Mason issued her reasons for decision, summarily dismissing a $19.4 million claim for constructive taking against Alberta Transportation and the City of Chestermere.CanadaReal Estate and ConstructionCLC (Canadian Litigation Counsel)
ArticleLegal Implications Of Pesticide Application By DroneRecent amendments to Canada's Pest Control Products Act through Bill C-30 have introduced significant regulatory changes that directly impact drone operators in agriculture. These modifications modernize the framework for pesticide application using unmanned aerial vehicles, creating new compliance requirements and opportunities for Canadian farmers. Understanding these legal implications is essential for agricultural operations looking to integrate drone technology into their pest management practices. CanadaReal Estate and ConstructionMLT Aikins LLP
ArticleOntario Stone, Sand Gravel Association Expresses Support For Aggregate Approval ProcessThe Ontario Stone, Sand & Gravel Association ("OSSGA") has recently written to the Honourable Doug Ford, premier of Ontario, to state that the Premier should not interfere in the licensing...CanadaReal Estate and ConstructionDevry Smith Frank LLP
ArticleBudget 2025: Welcome Relief For The Aircraft And Boating Industries From The Federal Luxury TaxThe Canadian federal luxury tax, which has been in effect since September 1, 2022, generally applies a tax of up to 10% on the value of certain transactions involving...CanadaTaxMcMillan LLP