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The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions has introduced a streamlined approvals framework that offers a faster, more predictable pathway for certain applicants to become federally regulated financial institutions. This new process allows eligible entities to enter the federal regime earlier without lengthy pre-licensing remediation, as long as risks can be properly assessed and mitigated from the start.

The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) have published for comment, proposed amendments to National Instrument 43-101 and the related companion policy and technical report form.

On March 20, 2020, amendments to Regulation 79/10 under the Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2007 (the "Act") came into force, easing certain requirements in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada announced in a policy statement issued on April 18 that it will subject certain foreign investments into Canada to enhanced scrutiny

The Government of Canada has recently introduced a package of regulatory amendments to the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Regulations...

The Government of Canada has introduced amendments to the Investment Canada Act (ICA) that propose to enhance the government's ability to review, block or modify foreign investments in Canada...

According to the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society, nearly one in six Canadians will experience some form of infertility.

Tattooed celebrities are abundant; from Shawn Mendes's fan-designed butterfly, to Drake's "6 God" praying hands, to the elaborate artwork displayed...

On January 15, 2019, the provincial government proposed amendments to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2017 (the "Growth Plan") that would

Toronto City Council voted in favour of establishing a Local Appeal Body to hear appeals of minor variance and consent applications from the Committee of Adjustment.

On April 7, 2022, the Government of Canada released its budget for the upcoming 2022 fiscal year (the "Budget"). Formally titled Budget 2022: A Plan to Grow our Economy and Make Life Affordable...

A recent approval under the Investment Canada Act ("ICA"), and a policy statement by the Minister, signals important developments for investors into Canada...

The decision of the U.S. government to at least temporarily impose 25% tariffs on most Canadian exports raises novel questions about the treatment of U.S. investments into Canada.

The Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (the "Act") came into force on January 1, 2024, implementing enhanced reporting requirements for certain entities to combat forced labour and child labour.

Proxy advisory firm Glass Lewis & Co. ("GL") recently released its proxy voting policy updates for the 2014 proxy season.