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Distilled Law, Part 1: Whisky Business: Alberta's New Spirit Standards And The Future Of AI Use In Legislative Drafting
The Government of Alberta has reportedly become the first jurisdiction in Canada to use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in the initial drafting of the Alberta Whisky Act (the “Whisky Act”). The Whisky Act, which came into effect on May 21, 2026, establishes new standards and definitions for what qualifies as “Alberta Whisky”, including requirements relating to production standards, ingredients, and processes. According to the province, AI was used as part of the drafting process, with government officials and legislative counsel retaining responsibility for review, revision, and all levels of approval.
Canada Healthcare
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Fasken
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Construction de centres de données : cadre de la Saskatchewan et principes du Canada
Le gouvernement de la Saskatchewan a récemment établi un nouveau cadre réglementaire pour les centres de données, aligné sur les principes fédéraux canadiens. Ce cadre introduit six principes directeurs, notamment l'exigence que les centres de données développent leur propre capacité de production d'électricité et privilégient la propriété canadienne. Comment ces nouvelles politiques transformeront-elles le paysage des infrastructure
Canada Energy
BC
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
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Artificial Intelligence In Public Decision-making: Guidelines, Jurisprudence And Open Questions
Canadian public authorities and courts are increasingly integrating artificial intelligence tools into their decision-making processes, raising critical questions about procedural fairness and the proper role of human judgment. This comprehensive analysis examines the evolving guidelines from Canadian judicial bodies and governments, explores key lessons from emerging case law, and identifies unresolved legal questions about AI's appropriate use in administrative and judicial contexts.
Canada Technology
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Gowling WLG
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Export Controls On Software, Transfers In The Cloud, And Artificial Intelligence
The US Department of Commerce’s recent imposition in mid-June of an export licensing requirement (since lifted at end of June for select US entities) on exports, reexports, and in-country transfers of Anthropic’s Claude Mythos 5 Model and Claude Fable 5 Model to all destinations worldwide and to “all foreign persons” is a stark reminder of how export controls may go beyond the control of physical goods and also apply to intangible goods such as software, AI models, or technology transfers in the cloud. More recent news about AI models going rogue and a proposed bipartisan “AI Kill Switch” bill introduced by two US congressmen foreshadow additional controls in the near future.
Canada International
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Cassels
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Quebec’s Bill 24: New Consent Requirements For AI Generated Advertising And The Legal Risks Business Cannot Afford To Ignore
Quebec's new Bill 24 prohibits businesses from using a person's identity or image in consumer advertising without consent, creating significant compliance obligations for companies using AI-generated content, synthetic voices, and digitally altered spokespersons. The legislation introduces broad enforcement powers and extends liability beyond content creators to platforms that distribute or facilitate unauthorized representations.
Canada Consumer
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Miller Thomson LLP
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Privacy Law And iGaming Compliance In Ontario And Alberta: House Rules For Operators
Ontario and Alberta have launched regulated iGaming markets built on hybrid public-private privacy frameworks that blend private-sector principles with government control structures. Operators must navigate complex data governance requirements, including public-sector access obligations, AI deployment constraints, and cross-border processing approvals that go far beyond traditional commercial privacy compliance.
Canada Privacy
GW
Gowling WLG
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AI Governance Can Help Companies Across Sectors Reduce Cybersecurity Risks
Canada's securities regulators have issued updated cybersecurity guidance after reviewing financial firms' AI model practices, revealing that most companies lack adequate written policies to protect against AI-related cyber threats. The findings highlight critical gaps in cybersecurity preparedness as organizations increasingly integrate AI into their business processes, raising important questions about how companies can effectively safeguard their intellectual property and confidential information in an e
Canada Technology
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Marks & Clerk
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The Evolving Healthcare Deal Landscape
Healthcare M&A in Canada is experiencing a significant transformation, with total deal values surging from $4.5 billion to over $12 billion as pharmaceutical companies navigate patent cliffs and pursue revenue-generating assets. As artificial intelligence reshapes transaction assessments and intellectual property diligence becomes increasingly complex, dealmakers must adopt multidisciplinary approaches that integrate regulatory, data governance, and technology considerations into their strategic evaluations
Canada Commercial
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Torys LLP
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2026 Proxy Season Summary: TSX-listed Companies And Shareholder Proposals
Canada's Big Six banks and major TSX issuers saw strong shareholder support for incumbent boards and management in their 2026 annual meetings, while facing increased scrutiny over AI governance, capital allocation, and shareholder rights. Though ESG-related proposals declined roughly 30% year-over-year, emerging themes around artificial intelligence oversight and meeting format transparency signal evolving investor priorities in the Canadian governance landscape.
Canada Commercial
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Dentons Canada LLP
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