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Osler Update May 3, 2024

BC Hydro’s request for proposals reinforces foundation for Indigenous participation in clean energy future

We address the actions taken by power authorities across Canada to encourage Indigenous participation in new energy-generating projects.

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BC Hydro’s request for proposals reinforces foundation for Indigenous participation in clean energy future
Blog December 21, 2023

Federal Prompt Payment for Construction Work Act comes into force

Coming into force earlier this month, the Federal Prompt Payment for Construction Work Act represents the culmination of a years-long...

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Federal Prompt Payment for Construction Work Act comes into force
Webinar November 9, 2023

AI in the Construction Industry – Insights, Advantages and Risks

Osler’s construction and technology law experts Andrew Wong, Joel Heard and Sam Ip explore the ways AI is impacting the construction industry.

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AI in the Construction Industry – Insights, Advantages and Risks
Osler Update November 6, 2023

Ontario enhances the HST rebate for purpose-built rental properties

On November 1, 2023, Ontario announced that it would increase the harmonized sales tax (HST) rebate on qualifying purpose-built rental housing in...

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Ontario enhances the HST rebate for purpose-built rental properties
Osler Update September 21, 2023

Enhanced GST rental rebate for purpose-built rental properties

The Government of Canada has introduced legislation to enhance the GST rental rebate on new purpose-built rental housing. We examine the proposed new...

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Enhanced GST rental rebate for purpose-built rental properties
Osler Update September 13, 2023

Alberta Utilities Commission provides update regarding inquiry into development of electricity generation in Alberta

The Alberta Utilities Commission has released further details regarding their inquiry into renewable electricity generation.

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Osler Update January 22, 2023

A new perspective on project owner health and safety liability (webinar)

A recent Supreme Court of Canada decision raises the risk of potential liability for project owners under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety...

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A new perspective on project owner health and safety liability (webinar)
Osler Update December 23, 2022

2021 Legal Year in Review – Introduction

Overview of the most significant legal and business developments of 2021

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Osler Update November 28, 2022

Court of Appeal confirms settlements must be ‘immediately’ disclosed, and consequences for non-disclosure are severe – an environmental perspective

Recent Court of Appeal decisions have emphasized the importance of immediate disclosure of settlements. Read our environmental perspective here.

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Webinar November 23, 2022

Owner liability as an ‘employer’ under Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act

Members of Osler’s Construction and Litigation and Employment and Labour teams hosted an important webinar to discuss the Ontario (Labour) v....

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Owner liability as an ‘employer’ under Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act