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.

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.

Indigenous Law Insights – February 2025

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Trump tariffs: President Trump proposes new measures on trading partners to address ‘non-reciprocal’ trade

We explain the memo, the practical challenges the new plan is likely to face, how Canada could be affected and its implications for the international...

Raising the bar: updated Capital Accumulation Plan Guidelines increase plan sponsor obligations

Plan sponsors of defined contribution retirement and/or savings plans should consider an independent review of their plan for compliance with revised...

Drawing a line in the sand: Ontario Court of Appeal rules part of Sauble Beach belongs to Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation

The Ontario Court of Appeal has ruled that part of Sauble Beach belongs to the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation.

Legislative Update Report No. 2025-03 Le Bulletin d’actualités législatives

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U.S. ‘pausing’ criminal enforcement of foreign bribery laws while DOJ is directed to revisit priorities

We look at what the move may mean for the U.S.'s historically aggressive track record in enforcing foreign bribery laws and efforts to fill the gap.

Trump tariffs: second strike hits steel and aluminum

We discuss the scope of the reimposed tariffs, what businesses need to know and what it could mean for the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement.

‘Defer no time, delays have dangerous ends’:  Ontario class actions beware

The Ontario Court of Appeal recently interpreted, for the first time, the new “dismissal for delay” provisions in the province’s Class...