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Raising the bar: how Bill 29’s next phase redefines warranty standards in Québec

This summer, the Québec government published draft regulatory amendments to implement the new statutory “warranty of good working order."

From purchase to repair: how Bill 29 reshapes consumer rights in Québec

Recent legislative amendments will require more rigorous obligations for merchants and manufacturers in relation to goods requiring maintenance.

Québec introduces Bill 109 on discoverability of French-language content on digital platforms

Québec’s Bill 109 aims to boost French-language content on digital platforms with new quotas and interface rules.

Navigating the changes: Québec’s Bill 72 amending the Consumer Protection Act is adopted

Bill 72 adds requirements relating to the price of food products, tipping practices, credit contracts, long-term contracts of lease and fraud.

Québec adopts Bill 81, amending most of the province’s environmental laws

Bill 81 amends the environmental impact assessment and review procedure, reconciliation between provincial and municipal regulations and other issues.

In a welcome sign for major new project proponents, SCC breathes new life into interjurisdictional immunity

A recent SCC decision relating to interjurisdictional immunity is a welcome development for proponents of regulatory and jurisdictional certainty.

Hydro-Québec held liable under principle of honour of the Crown

The Québec Superior Court has reinforced the need for greater respect in negotiations between agents of the Crown and Indigenous communities.

Indigenous Law Insights: Hydro-Québec in violation of the honour of the Crown

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Significant changes to Québec’s commerce and business language requirements

Québec has overhauled its Charter of the French Language in recent years, with significant implications for organizations operating in the province.

What’s new in Québec’s consumer protection law?

Changes to consumer protection legislation in Québec will have implications for those carrying on business in the province.