Canada: Sport

Legal and commercial experts examine the groundbreaking tri-nation football tournament, exploring the regulatory frameworks, partnership agreements, and financial structures that enabled this historic international competition. The discussion features insights from Cape Verde's football federation leadership on leveraging FIFA prize money and commercial opportunities following their memorable tournament debut.

Following the acquittal of five Junior Hockey players on sexual assault charges, Hockey Canada has announced continued suspensions for four of the accused, with some lasting until 2030. The decision by an independent appeal board found code of conduct violations despite the criminal court's ruling, raising questions about accountability in hockey culture and the treatment of sexual assault allegations in sports.

Many sports feature controversial rulings made by game officials. In Major League Baseball (“MLB”), the Toronto Blue Jays have been part of at least two highly controversial run scoring rulings which have driven fans wild.

As generative AI makes it increasingly difficult to distinguish real from synthetic content, deepfakes pose mounting risks to high-profile figures and brands across sports, entertainment, and franchising.

Over the past decade, professional sports teams have evolved into one of the most compelling alternative asset classes in global finance. Once regarded primarily as trophy assets, sports franchises are now increasingly recognized for their long-term appreciation potential and strategic role within diversified investments.

The Future of Sport in Canada Commission, led by Commissioner Lise Maisonneuve, former Chief Justice of the Ontario Court of Justice, has delivered its final report outlining findings...

The economic landscape of North American professional sports ownership has shifted dramatically over the past decade.

Infringement by common design was established for the first time in Canada by the Federal Court (FC) in the decision Adeia Guides Inc. v. Videotron Ltd, released on Nov. 14, 2025.

December 5 and 6, 2025 marked major milestones on the road to the FIFA World Cup 2026™. The final groups were drawn on December 5, and the next day FIFA...