ArticleCallidus Capital Corp: Policing CCAA ProceedingsThe Supreme Court of Canada recently released a much-awaited decision regarding the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (the "CCAA"). CanadaCorporate/Commercial LawMcInnes Cooper
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ArticleThe 5 Hottest Human Resources Questions About CannabisThe holidays bring lots of holiday joy – and some holiday headaches for human resources professionals and employers. And this year's legalization of recreational cannabis use is fuelling lots of HR questions. CanadaEmployment and HRMcInnes Cooper
ArticleAlberta Privacy Law Unconstitutional: Key ImplicationsOn May 8, 2025, the Alberta Court of King's Bench declared a key portion of Alberta's Personal Information Protection Act (aka PIPA) unconstitutional.CanadaPrivacyMcInnes Cooper
ArticleLike It Or Not – NS Courts Decide On Production Of Electronic InformationMotions for production of electronic information can be expensive, time consuming and "salt the earth". CanadaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcInnes Cooper
ArticleCyber Security: A 5-Step Data Breach Risk Mitigation Plan For Boards & DirectorsOn January 19, 2017, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) issued Multilateral Staff Notice 51-347 disclosure of cyber security risk and incidents. CanadaTechnologyMcInnes Cooper
ArticleNova Scotia The First To Dive In: What Project Developers Need To Know To Navigate The New N.S. Marine Renewable Energy RegimeThe much-anticipated Nova Scotia marine renewable energy regime finally has the force of law. First introduced over two years ago, the Nova Scotia Marine Renewable-energy Act took effect on January 23, 2018. CanadaEnergy and Natural ResourcesMcInnes Cooper
ArticleLegal Update: PE Amends Insurance Act’s Schedule B And Cap ProvisionsThe amendments to the PE Insurance Act are expected to apply to all motor vehicle accidents occurring after October 1, 2014.CanadaInsuranceMcInnes Cooper
ArticlePEI Amends Insurance Act’s Schedule B And Cap ProvisionsThe amendments to the PE Insurance Act are expected to apply to all motor vehicle accidents occurring after October 1, 2014.CanadaInsuranceMcInnes Cooper
ArticleInformation Technology (IT) Contracts: 3 Key Lessons For Customers And Service Providers In Atos v SapientThere are very few examples of a Canadian court interpreting and opining on the provisions of an information technology contract.CanadaMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentMcInnes Cooper
ArticleCounting Down To Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) – 10 Reasons Why You Should Care About The Upcoming CASL Right NowOn July 1, 2014, the anti-spam sections of Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (aka "CASL") will take effect. CanadaPrivacyMcInnes Cooper
Article5 Key Steps For A Proper Workplace InvestigationInvestigations are a vital – but difficult – part of workplace management. The value of a proper investigation can't be overstated: CanadaEmployment and HRMcInnes Cooper
ArticleCoping With COVID-19: Relief For Employers - New RequirementsMuch has changed since our last publication on the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy ("CEWS") and the Nova Scotia Small Business Impact Grant.CanadaCoronavirus (COVID-19)McInnes Cooper
ArticleGet Your SEDAR Profile: Changes To Private Placement Filing Requirements Effective May 24 & June 30, 2016Here's an overview of the Report of Exempt Distribution filing requirement and the new electronic filing requirements and Report of Exempt Distribution form.CanadaCorporate/Commercial LawMcInnes Cooper
ArticleCoping With COVID-19: Mechanics' Lien Obligations During NB's State Of EmergencyThe Minister of Public Safety recently issued a renewed and revised Mandatory Order for the Province of New Brunswick, which suspends limitation periods during the duration of the state of emergency.CanadaReal Estate and ConstructionMcInnes Cooper
ArticleCoping With COVID-19: The Impact On Contractual Performance In The Energy And Natural Resources SectorAs countries around the world grapple with the spread of COVID-19, global restrictions and containment measures have presented a range of challenges for the energy and natural resource sector.CanadaCoronavirus (COVID-19)McInnes Cooper
ArticleMatthews v. Ocean Nutrition Canada Ltd.: Employee Bonus Entitlement Lives OnOn October 9, 2020, the Supreme Court of Canada delivered its decision in Matthews v. Ocean Nutrition Canada Ltd. on whether a former employee is entitled to bonus payments or other benefits...CanadaEmployment and HRMcInnes Cooper
ArticleExpedite Entry Of Foreign "Essential" Workers To Canada: 10 Essential TipsThe current state of closed Canadian borders and stringent travel restrictions in efforts to contain the COVID-19 pandemic is likely to be the reality for the foreseeable future. CanadaImmigrationMcInnes Cooper
ArticleAll In The Family: The Family Shareholders' AgreementThe family (whatever that looks like for you) is the fundamental unit of our society, and the family business a fundamental cog of our economy. CanadaCorporate/Commercial LawMcInnes Cooper
ArticleCross-Border Caution: 5 Anti-Corruption Law Compliance Program TipsIn the not-so-distant past, Canadian enforcement of its anti-corruption and anti-bribery legal regime has been relatively laid-back. CanadaCriminal LawMcInnes Cooper