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Legislative Update Report No. 2024-24 Le Bulletin d’actualités législatives

Osler's Legislative Update is a bi-weekly listing of new legislation. This issue covers legislation for the period 12/12 to 12/25.

Competition Bureau releases draft environmental claims guidelines for public consultation

We examine the key observations from the draft guidelines and what businesses need to consider when making environmental claims.

Registrar to begin cancellation proceedings for randomly selected trademark registrations

The initiative is an effort to encourage fair competition and maintain the integrity of Canada’s trademark system.

Declining hostile bids, IPOs and public companies

Trends suggest that policy changes are needed to encourage public listings.

Fall Economic Statement 2024

The Fall Economic Statement includes proposed changes to Canada’s clean energy measures, SR&ED program and pension fund investment rules.

No forward funding: the Alderbridge Way revision

The Supreme Court of British Columbia has emphasized the importance of clear contractual conditions in financing transactions.

Legislative Update Report No. 2024-23 Le Bulletin d’actualités législatives

Osler's Legislative Update is a bi-weekly listing of new legislation. This issue covers legislation for the period 11/21 to 12/11.

Alberta codifies renewable energy policy objectives with new regulations

Regulations place new restrictions on — and create new regulatory requirements for — new power plant development.

New hearing ordered for historic youth-led Charter challenge to Ontario’s Cap and Trade Cancellation Act

Court has revived a claim by youth activists who argue that the greenhouse gas emissions target violates their Charter rights.

Department of Finance seeks consultation by December 30 on changes to Canada’s AML regime

The consultation period for the proposed new amendments closes on December 30, 2024.