Worldwide: 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.

When a senior software developer secretly creates competing software on his own time, who owns the copyright? The Ontario Court of Appeal's decision in Nexus Solutions Inc. v. Krougly clarifies the boundaries of employer ownership over employee-created work, establishing that broad job descriptions alone cannot secure intellectual property rights without clear contractual terms or direct involvement in the creation process.

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.

On March 31, 2026, the TSX Venture Exchange (the Exchange) announced the immediate removal of its requirement for a Sponsor under its Corporate Finance Manual (the Manual).

Le 30 mars 2026, le gouvernement de l’Ontario a publié ses directives provinciale et municipale (ci‑après, collectivement, les « Directives »)...

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.