But many employers are already feeling the workplace effects of the pending legalization now.

More employees are seeking flexible work arrangements as a new way of working to better juggle their family and personal responsibilities.

The legalization of recreational cannabis in Canada is imminent. Employers are feeling the heat to prepare – even as they continue efforts to manage the impact of increasing medically-authorized marijuana use.

Adequate consultation before a project is approved is better for everyone than after-the-fact litigation.

On December 14, 2016, Bill 46 and the Newfoundland and Labrador Public Procurement Act became law.

Immigration is one of the key solutions to looming worker shortages in Canada.

Non-compete clauses in franchise agreements offer franchisors important and legitimate protections from unfair competition – but only if they meet the legal test to be enforceable.

Workplace sexual harassment isn't a new issue, nor is it limited to any one industry or country – but it's one that far more women than men experience. And women are speaking up.

On July 6, 2016, the DFO accepted the Ministerial Advisory Panel recommendation in the fate of the "last-in, first-out" policy (LIFO) for the Northern shrimp fishery: after 20 years, LIFO's out.

Our lawyers are key contributors to our clients' industry organizations. McInnes Cooper lawyer Sarah Dykema, TEP is a member of STEP Canada, the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (Canada).

The fourth round of NAFTA negotiations is set to start on October 11, 2017. But in the meantime, the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic Trade Agreement took provisional effect on September 21, 2017.

All trusts that continue to be in effect past December 31, 2020, will be subject to new reporting requirements and harsh non-compliance penalties for incomplete or inaccurate information.

When New Brunswickers head to the polls to cast their vote for their political candidate of choice, the N.B. Elections Act gives employees certain rights...

The review will explore indexing the minimum wage rate to inflation. NB's minimum wage increased to $10.65/hour on April 1, 2016.

Atlantic Canada is at a turning point. The region's history and economic development have historically been inextricably linked to the ocean.

On September 7, 2016, the federal Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs released its report on the Canada Petroleum Resources Act and its recommendations for changes.

A practical and current guide created to help you navigate the increasingly important issues surrounding offshore decommissioning and abandonment.

Estimating the Indigenous economy in Atlantic Canada is valued at $4 billion, the Atlantic Economic Council engaged Chief Terrance Paul of Membertou First Nation and James Gogan and Jeffrey Callaghan of McInnes Cooper to answer questions ...

McInnes Cooper lawyers are internationally recognized for their experience and knowledge in many areas, including the extraction of resources from international waters.

McInnes Cooper lawyers are internationally recognized for their experience and knowledge in many areas, including the extraction of resources from international waters.