Cole’s practice focuses on serving businesses in the construction, infrastructure, and energy industries. His experience includes assisting clients with matters concerning project finance, contract negotiations and dispute resolution. Cole also has experience advising clients regarding compliance with Ontario Energy Board rules, codes and requirements.
Cole is a Professional Engineer in the province of Ontario. Prior to joining Osler, he held progressively senior leadership roles, including Director of Engineering, with electricity transmission and distribution companies in Ontario and the United Kingdom. Cole has extensive experience planning, designing, constructing, and operating electricity grids to supply facilities ranging from nuclear power plants to off-grid communities. This experience enables him to develop a comprehensive understanding of his client’s business challenges and legal needs.
Areas of Expertise
Representative Work
- Emera
Emera Inc. in the sale of its interest in the Labrador Island Link
- First Quality Enterprises LLC
First Quality Enterprises in its acquisition of Domtar’s Pulp and Paper Mill in Dryden, Ontario
- Independent Electricity System Operator
The IESO in its procurement of seven new battery storage projects and two new natural gas-fired generators
Emera Inc. in the sale of its interest in the Labrador Island Link
First Quality Enterprises in its acquisition of Domtar’s Pulp and Paper Mill in Dryden, Ontario
The IESO in its procurement of seven new battery storage projects and two new natural gas-fired generators
Latest Insights
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Blog Dec 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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Blog Dec 18, 2023
Construction project owners potentially liable as ‘employers’ under Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act
A recent split decision of the Supreme Court of Canada carries significant implications for construction project owners, who could potentially be...
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Osler Update Dec 11, 2023
Proposed clean electricity regulations: is Canada staying in its lane?
In support of international efforts to limit climate change, the Government of Canada is endeavouring to achieve a net-zero emissions national...
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Blog Nov 29, 2023
Adjudication: ODACC’s fourth Annual Report highlights growth in the number of adjudications and amounts paid out
The latest annual report from Ontario Dispute Adjudication for Construction Contracts shows slightly wider acceptance of adjudication in the...
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Community Involvement
- Pro Bono Ontario
- Western Law Legal Clinic
Credentials
Education
- Western University, JD
- IE Business School, MBA
- University of Waterloo, MEng
- Western University, BESc & BA
Languages
- English
Professional Affiliations
- Association of Professional Engineers of Ontario
- Canadian Bar Association
