Canada: Government, Public Sector

The Investment Canada Act has evolved from a primarily economic assessment tool into a national security-focused regime, fundamentally changing how foreign investments are reviewed and approved in Canada.

Canada's Ambassador to the United States, Mark Wiseman, discusses why international investors are showing unprecedented interest in Canada as an investment destination. He explores the factors driving this momentum...

Seven Canadian provinces and territories have unveiled a comprehensive strategy to position Western and Northern Canada as a global leader in responsibly sourced critical minerals. The initiative aims to accelerate mining project development, strengthen supply chains, and create new value-chain opportunities in a region that has already generated over CA$80 billion in critical mineral shipments. Will coordinated regulatory approaches, infrastructure investments, and Indigenous partnerships transform the reg

The Supreme Court of Canada has established that Parliament cannot prevent judicial review of administrative decisions, striking down a partial privative clause in the Conflict of Interest Act. This landmark ruling constitutionalizes the availability of judicial review for all exercises of public power, fundamentally reshaping the relationship between legislatures, administrative bodies, and courts. The decision clarifies that while legislatures may influence how courts review decisions, they cannot elimina

Quebec and Canada have published a draft environmental assessment agreement that would establish a "one project, one assessment, one decision" framework for major projects in the province. The proposed cooperation agreement would eliminate the need for separate federal impact assessments for non-federal projects, instead relying on Quebec's existing Environment Quality Act process administered by BAPE. This streamlined approach differs from other provincial agreements and could significantly reduce approval

This comprehensive legislative update covers recent regulatory changes, proclamations, and proposed regulations across Canada's federal government and all provinces and territories.

Canada's proposed amendments to the Defence Production Act signal a fundamental shift in defence procurement strategy, expanding ministerial powers, broadening the scope to include defence services...

Canada's defence sector is experiencing unprecedented transformation as the Federal Government commits $81.8 billion over five years to rebuild domestic defence capacity.

Canada's space sector stands at a critical juncture as the nation grapples with Arctic security threats, geopolitical tensions, and the need for sovereign space capabilities. With historic investments in European space partnerships and new domestic launch legislation, how will Canada position itself in an increasingly contested space domain while addressing urgent national security concerns in the Arctic?

Un jugement de la Cour supérieure du Québec examine les limites du droit au profit d'un entrepreneur général suite à la résiliation d'un contrat de construction municipal. L'affaire analyse comment calculer les indemnités...

Quebec and Canada have published a draft environmental assessment agreement that would establish a "one project, one assessment, one decision" framework for major projects in the province. The proposed cooperation agreement would eliminate the need for separate federal impact assessments for non-federal projects, instead relying on Quebec's existing Environment Quality Act process administered by BAPE. This streamlined approach differs from other provincial agreements and could significantly reduce approval

Supply chain management has evolved into a legal risk management exercise, with disrupted shipping routes, volatile costs, and heightened scrutiny creating real legal consequences. From forced labour reporting requirements to Indigenous procurement targets and the duty of honest performance, supply chain professionals must now recognize when operational decisions carry legal risk and address those risks before they become disputes or compliance issues.