Valued for its ‘broad range of capabilities while staying relatively nimble’, MLT Aikins LLP’s cannabis practice continues to grow and it added five new clients during 2024/25, despite the challenging industry environment. The group is particularly strong on the regulatory side, where it supports several of Canada’s leading licensed producers on regulatory and commercial matters. Calgary-based department head Chris Nyberg is an ’invaluable sounding board and trusted partner’ and focuses on advising companies in heavily regulated industries on commercial and regulatory issues.
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‘The biggest advantage for us is partner availability, without three other lawyers being in the room — our billings reflect that too. We always feel fully supported, in a timely manner. Whenever there is an issue, the firm follows through with clear, thoughtful correspondence and we always feel respected.’
‘Chris Nyberg is the best of the industry. His specialized knowledge has saved us so much money over other firms who charge us for their research/learning curve. Chris never lets our size dictate the quality of service that we receive.’
‘Our diversity issues have never been a problem with Chris Nyberg. He embraces our differences and gives us advice that is free of judgement or prejudice. This is no small matter to us because we have experienced the exact opposite treatment by other lawyers.’
- ‘We highlight the firm for its broad range of capabilities while staying relatively nimble.’
- ‘Chris Nyberg is a force of nature. He is a problem solver and brings so much experience in cannabis that it is impossible to find a fact pattern that stumps him. His advice is concise, economical, and cuts to the quick of the issue. He is an invaluable sounding board and trusted partner for any cannabis client.’
Key clients
- Delta 9 Cannabis
- Motif Labs & Organigram Holdings
- Proposal Trustee and Receiver of OGEN Holdings and OGEN Ltd
Work highlights
Advised Delta 9 Group on its proceedings under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (Canada).
Acted for both Motif Labs and Organigram Holdings on all cannabis regulatory matters relating to the acquisition of Motif by Organigram.
Represented the court- appointed receiver of OGEN Holdings and OGEN Ltd in OGEN’s receivership.
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Practice head
Chris Nyberg
Other key lawyers
Mahdi Shams