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In recent weeks, the federal government has advanced two significant initiatives affecting employers governed by the Canada Labour Code ("Code"). On May 6, 2026, the federal government introduced Bill C-31, Budget 2025 Implementation Act, No. 2 ("Bill C-31"), which proposes to prohibit non-compete clauses and certain other employment-related restrictions for most federally regulated employees.

Employment law experts provide comprehensive guidance on building compliant, scalable workforces for emerging and high-growth companies. The webinar covers critical considerations from hiring practices and contractor classification to performance management, equity compensation, and termination procedures. Participants will learn practical strategies to reduce legal risk while supporting organizational growth through effective employment policies and practices.

After a brief dip in popularity in the Canadian public M&A market, contingent value rights, or CVRs, have seen renewed interest as acquirors and target companies look to bridge gaps on value attributable to a future milestone, asset or performance outcome. CVRs provide target shareholders with a contractual right to receive additional consideration post-closing if specified payment triggers are satisfied during their term; they are used to address circumstances where the parties agree on the base value of a company but disagree on specific (and contingent) drivers of value.