Canada: Compliance

In February 2020, Nova Fish Farms Inc. (Nova Fish) entered into an agreement to purchase several trout farms from Cold Ocean Salmon Inc. (Cold Ocean). The trout farms were situated on provincially leased land...

In Emond v. Trillium Mutual Insurance Company, 2026 SCC 3 [Emond], the Supreme Court of Canada (“SCC”) dismissed an appeal by homeowners seeking full reimbursement for the replacement of their flood-damaged home.

L’expression caveat emptor, qui signifie « que l’acheteur prenne garde », est une doctrine importante dans le contexte des opérations immobilières au Canada. La Cour supérieure de justice de l’Ontario (la « CSJO »)...

The Canadian Human Rights Tribunal has approved an $8.5-billion Ontario Final Agreement aimed at reforming on-reserve First Nations Child and Family Services, marking a pivotal shift toward prevention-focused care and community control. This decision follows years of litigation stemming from a 2016 finding that Canada's underfunding and policy choices constituted systemic racial discrimination, contributing to the unnecessary removal of First Nations children from their families.

Saskatchewan's startup ecosystem is growing, and with it comes the need for legal counsel that understands how innovation happens through relationships, long-term decisions, and integrated support.

Registered charities in Québec often rely on volunteer directors, but can these directors be compensated while maintaining compliance with corporate and tax law? This analysis examines the legal framework governing...

The Government of Canada has introduced a comprehensive federal framework for regulating fiat-backed stablecoins through Budget 2025, establishing the Bank of Canada as the primary regulator.

Public Safety Canada has issued updated guidance clarifying key aspects of the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act reporting process. The updates address critical questions around reporting thresholds, attestation requirements, and international compliance alignment that entities must understand before the May 31 annual deadline.

Insurance companies routinely schedule Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) as part of the claims process in Ontario, often leaving claimants uncertain about their purpose and impact. Understanding what IMEs assess, why they're requested, and how to prepare can significantly reduce stress and help you maintain control over your claim outcome.