Canada: Contracts and Commercial Law

Early‑stage fundraising in Canada is rarely won with a single pitch. For Saskatchewan and Prairie‑based founders raising capital is a relationship‑driven process that requires trust, preparation, and momentum over time.

Ontario presents a compelling opportunity for international businesses seeking Canadian expansion, but success hinges on making informed structural and regulatory decisions from the outset. Understanding the nuances between branch offices and subsidiaries, navigating cross-border tax implications, and protecting intellectual property in a new jurisdiction can determine whether your expansion thrives or faces costly complications.

American businesses expanding into Ontario face a fundamentally different employment law landscape than what they're accustomed to in the United States. From the absence of at-will employment to significantly longer notice periods and strict statutory minimums, understanding these critical differences is essential before making your first Canadian hire.

Contracts are the foundation of business and many personal transactions in Canada. Whether it’s a construction agreement, employment contract, lease, or shareholder arrangement...

Evidence is the backbone of any litigation. But what happens when a party intentionally destroys evidence that could affect the outcome of a case? Are the current legal remedies strong enough to address...

Entire agreement clauses are often treated as a contractual safety net: once the definitive agreement is signed, prior drafts, negotiations, and understandings are meant to fall away.

More than 50 years after Highway Properties Ltd. v. Kelly, Douglas and Co. Ltd. established the modern framework for commercial landlord remedies...

The recent case of WH Holding Limited (WHH) v London Stadium LLP (LS) has provided helpful guidance from the Court of Appeal on the applicable test for manifest error in an expert determination.

Delay can be a massive hindrance to the litigation process, especially for collection matters. Unavoidable delay and cooling-off periods can be inevitable in litigation...