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First look: Ontario court clarifies Securities Act anti-reprisal protections

If protected activity is a motivating factor in a termination, employers may face liability even where there are also other motives.

Ontario Court of Appeal clarifies jurisdiction over global crypto platforms

Mere access to a global internet platform from Ontario is not enough to ground jurisdiction over foreign corporate defendants.

Recent developments in the U.S. SEC’s proceedings against major crypto players signals pro-industry policy shift

The U.S. SEC has moved quickly to shift its stance towards the crypto industry under President Trump’s administration.

Alberta lawyer faces sanctions for failing to identify a ‘pump and dump’ scheme

A recent decision highlights the importance of lawyers taking sufficient steps to identify “red flags” raised by their clients’ conduct.

Navigating AI systems in capital markets: recent guidance from the CSA

The CSA issued a Staff Notice earlier this month providing guidance on the application of securities legislation to AI systems in capital markets.

Regulation by enforcement: who pays the price?

Who should bear the costs of Ontario Securities Commission enforcement proceedings is emerging as an important issue.

Crypto evolving: embracing TradFi compliance amid regulatory uncertainty

Heading into 2025, the regulatory landscape around cryptoassets and other emerging technologies remains in flux.

Two years of CIRO: enforcement, harmonization and what’s next

The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization’s core priorities will be enforcement and regulatory harmonization.

Will new powers lead to more effective capital markets regulatory enforcement?

With broader investigative and enforcement powers, securities regulators levied increased sanctions in 2024.

The stigma associated with crypto is largely unwarranted

A struggle to fit cryptocurrency into existing regulatory regimes has contributed to some public perception that crypto is disproportionately used in...