Canada: M&A/Private Equity

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Lease Restrictions Under Scrutiny: Competition Act Implications For Exclusive Use And Other Clauses
The Competition Bureau has signaled increased enforcement activity regarding exclusive use clauses in commercial leases following amendments to the Competition Act. This update examines emerging responses from the commercial leasing industry and provides guidance on factors landlords and tenants should consider when negotiating lease restrictions in light of heightened regulatory scrutiny.
Canada Anti-trust
AB
Aird & Berlis LLP
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Avantage Concurrentiel Par Blakes : Mise à Jour D'août 2026
Découvrez les développements récents en droit de la concurrence et de l'investissement étranger au Canada, incluant les activités d'application de la loi du Bureau de la concurrence, les examens de fusions par secteur, et les nouvelles accusations criminelles pour pratiques commerciales trompeuses. Cette édition analyse également les tendances clés en matière d'investissements étrangers culturels et non culturels sous la Loi sur Investissement Canada.
Canada Anti-trust
BC
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
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Canada’s Merger Review Landscape: Longer Reviews, More Complexity, Increased Litigation, And Greater Deal Uncertainty
The amendments expanded the Competition Bureau’s ability to challenge mergers, and directed greater attention toward smaller and serial acquisitions. The practical result is an environment characterized by longer and more intensive merger reviews, increased scrutiny of transactions that fall below the notification thresholds, and greater willingness by the Bureau to litigate.
Canada Anti-trust
TL
Torys LLP
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When Workforce Issues Escalate In M&A: Resolving Employment Disputes While Maintaining Operational Continuity
M&A transactions in manufacturing often overlook a critical risk factor that can undermine projected cost savings and operational efficiencies: workforce management during integration. When key employees depart or disengage after closing, the consequences extend beyond legal liability to affect production, customer relationships, and the fundamental value assumptions that supported the acquisition. Understanding how to identify, evaluate, and strategically manage workforce risk before capital is committed c
Canada Commercial
LL
Lerners LLP
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Vente d’entreprise : quand une erreur sur la valeur ne permet pas de remettre en cause la transaction
Quebec contract law requires parties to consent freely and with full knowledge for a contract to be valid. While errors can sometimes vitiate consent, not all mistakes justify judicial intervention. This analysis examines when economic errors in business sales allow parties to challenge transactions versus when they must bear the consequences of their commercial decisions.
Canada Litigation
MT
Miller Thomson LLP
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Selling A Business: Earn-Out Clauses To Bridge A Valuation Gap
Earn-out clauses have become increasingly popular in M&A transactions, particularly during periods of economic uncertainty, as they help bridge valuation gaps between buyers and sellers by tying a portion of the purchase price to post-closing performance. While these arrangements offer flexibility and risk-sharing benefits, they also present significant challenges in terms of metric selection, structural design, and potential litigation.
Canada Commercial
BB
BCF Business Law
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PWHL And Outside Capital: Structure, Strategy, And What Comes Next
The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) secured its first outside investment of over $100 million USD from Kilmer Sports Ventures and Ilitch Companies in June 2026, marking one of the largest disclosed financings of a North American women's sports league. This strategic partnership brings established real-estate and operational expertise to support the league's expansion from eight to twelve teams while maintaining its single-entity structure. The investment provides crucial validation and financial s
Canada Commercial
GW
Gowling WLG
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The Evolving Healthcare Deal Landscape
Healthcare M&A in Canada is experiencing a significant transformation, with total deal values surging from $4.5 billion to over $12 billion as pharmaceutical companies navigate patent cliffs and pursue revenue-generating assets. As artificial intelligence reshapes transaction assessments and intellectual property diligence becomes increasingly complex, dealmakers must adopt multidisciplinary approaches that integrate regulatory, data governance, and technology considerations into their strategic evaluations
Canada Commercial
TL
Torys LLP
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Pre-Merger Notification Guide: Canada’s Competition Act
This comprehensive guide examines the pre-merger notification requirements under Canada's Competition Act, providing essential information for parties considering transactions that may trigger mandatory filing obligations. The guide outlines the thresholds, procedures, and compliance considerations that businesses must navigate when planning mergers and acquisitions in the Canadian market.
Canada Anti-trust
DW
Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg
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