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Canada’s Foreign Influence Registry Is Now In Effect: Here’s What You Need To Know
Canada's Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Act establishes a comprehensive registration regime requiring individuals and organizations to disclose arrangements with foreign principals that aim to influence Canadian political or governmental processes. The legislation creates broad obligations affecting legal professionals, lobbyists, and anyone undertaking influence activities on behalf of foreign states or entities, with significant penalties for non-compliance ranging from administrative f
Canada Government
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Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
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Accès à L’information : La Cour Du Québec Se Prononce Sur La Portée De L’article 22 De La LAI
La Cour du Québec clarifie l'interprétation de l'article 22 de la Loi sur l'accès à l'information en précisant qu'un organisme public n'a pas à démontrer une perte économique pour refuser la divulgation de renseignements. Cette décision facilite l'invocation des exceptions par les organismes publics et les tiers concernés par des demandes d'accès à l'information.
Canada Government
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Langlois Lawyers, LLP
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Inward/ Foreign Investment

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Constitutional & Administrative Law

Article
Canada’s Foreign Influence Registry Is Now In Effect: Here’s What You Need To Know
Canada's Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Act establishes a comprehensive registration regime requiring individuals and organizations to disclose arrangements with foreign principals that aim to influence Canadian political or governmental processes. The legislation creates broad obligations affecting legal professionals, lobbyists, and anyone undertaking influence activities on behalf of foreign states or entities, with significant penalties for non-compliance ranging from administrative f
Canada Government
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Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
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Terrorism, Homeland Security & Defence

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Alerte D’appel D’offres – Le Canada Lance La Première Ronde De Préqualification Des Fournisseurs Dans Le Cadre De Son Initiative De Défense Liée Aux Drones
Le 23 juillet 2026, le gouvernement du Canada a lancé l’Initiative liée aux drones de défense (IDD), un nouveau mécanisme d’approvisionnement dédié aux systèmes autonomes sans équipage canadiens ainsi qu’aux services, à la formation, à la recherche, au développement et à l’innovation qui y sont associés. Voici ce que l’écosystème des technologies de la défense doit savoir.
Canada Government
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Fasken (French)
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Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy (2026): Practical Legal Considerations For Counsel And Industry Series
Canada's Defence Industrial Strategy marks a fundamental shift in defence procurement, linking national security with industrial capacity, supply chains, and workforce development. This three-part series examines the legal and business implications for organizations in defence and dual-use sectors, covering procurement frameworks, intellectual property considerations, and contract lifecycle management.
Canada Government
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McKercher LLP
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Government Contracts, Procurement & PPP

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Canada’s Foreign Influence Registry Is Now In Effect: Here’s What You Need To Know
Canada's Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Act establishes a comprehensive registration regime requiring individuals and organizations to disclose arrangements with foreign principals that aim to influence Canadian political or governmental processes. The legislation creates broad obligations affecting legal professionals, lobbyists, and anyone undertaking influence activities on behalf of foreign states or entities, with significant penalties for non-compliance ranging from administrative f
Canada Government
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Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
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