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Newly Ratified NHL-NHLPA Collective Bargaining Agreement: CBA-Driven Schedule Growth Sets NHL Apart

The National Hockey League ("NHL") and the National Hockey League Players' Association ("NHLPA") have ratified a new collective bargaining agreement ("CBA") that expands the regular season and increases player participation in international competition.

Canada Media & IT

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Aird & Berlis LLP

Caster Semenya Decision Reshapes Standard Of Review In Sports Arbitration

A ruling from Europe's top human rights court has brought renewed attention to Caster Semenya's long-running legal proceedings concerning World Athletics' sex eligibility regulations, which limit the participation of athletes with Differences of Sexual Development ("DSD") in certain events.

Canada Media & IT

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Aird & Berlis LLP

What If I Get Hurt At A Professional Sporting Event?

When it comes to team sports, we have the National Hockey League, Major League Baseball, the National Basketball Association, the Canadian Football League, Major League Soccer...

Canada Litigation

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Gluckstein Lawyers

Newly Ratified NHL-NHLPA Collective Bargaining Agreement: Long-Term Injury Relief System Changes

The National Hockey League (the "NHL") and National Hockey League Players' Association (the "NHLPA") recently ratified a new collective bargaining agreement (the "New CBA")...

Canada Media & IT

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Aird & Berlis LLP

Newly Ratified NHL-NHLPA Collective Bargaining Agreement: Impact Of Shorter Maximum Contract Lengths

Canada Media & IT

AB

Aird & Berlis LLP

Playing Defence: NHL And NBA Athletes Battle CRA Over Taxation Of Signing Bonuses

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Clark Wilson LLP

Beyond The Baseline: Wimbledon's Expansion And Its Challenges

Canada Media & IT

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Aird & Berlis LLP

Newly Ratified NHL And NHLPA Collective Bargaining Agreement: Standardized Retention Of Draft Pick Rights

Canada Media & IT

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Aird & Berlis LLP

Breaking The Ice: Seven7's Strategic Bet On CCM And The Future Of Hockey Gear

Canada Media & IT

AB

Aird & Berlis LLP

House v. NCAA: A Landmark Ruling With Uncertain Consequences

Canada Media & IT

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Aird & Berlis LLP

Private Equity Meets Sports: How TPG Sports Is Reshaping The Industry

Canada Media & IT

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Aird & Berlis LLP

The Financial Transformation Of College Sports: Is Private Equity The Future?

Canada Media & IT

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Aird & Berlis LLP

Swinging For Change: How MLB And AUSL Are Shaping The Future Of Women's Sports

Canada Media & IT

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Aird & Berlis LLP

How Sports Teams Can Integrate Technology For The Front Office, Players And Fans

Canada Media & IT

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RSM Canada

Navigating Climate Challenge: Key Themes For Business At New York Climate Week

Canada Environment

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Gowling WLG

AI "Workslop," The New Typo: Can A Culture Of Quality Guide Legal Teams Using AI?

Canada Technology

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Dentons Canada LLP

AI And Copyright - Who Owns AI-generated Content? (Podcast)

Canada Technology

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Fasken

Landmark RCMP Seizure Of Over $56 Million In Cryptocurrency From TradeOgre

Canada Technology

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WeirFoulds LLP

Manitoba's Economic Strategy: Innovation, IP And AI At The Core Of Growth

Canada Technology

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MLT Aikins LLP

Waiver Wins: Ontario Court Enforces Liability Waiver For Cycling Race

The Ontario Superior Court of Justice reaffirmed the enforceability of liability waivers in recreational sports, citing Arksey v Sky Zone Toronto, a case successfully argued by Lerners LLP in 2021.

Canada Litigation

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Lerners LLP

Faster, Bolder, Better: Navigating The Fine Line Between Superiority Claims And Puffery In Canadian Sports Advertising

In the competitive world of sports marketing, advertisers often use superiority claims to stand out and capture consumer attention. These claims highlight the perceived advantages...

Canada Media & IT

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Gowling WLG

Safe Sport Considerations For Colleges And Universities

The sixth installment of the Safe Sport series addresses the implementation of the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (the UCCMS) in the college and university sectors.

Canada Media & IT

HM

Hicks Morley Hamilton Stewart Storie LLP

Black History, Black Futures With Paul Davis And Olympian Jerome Blake (Podcast)

McMillan LLP is pleased to present our ongoing podcast series "Black History, Black Futures," as part of our Black History Month commemoration.

Canada Commercial

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McMillan LLP

Potential Liability For Torts Committed In Sports (Cox V. Ball)

Canada Media & IT

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Gardiner Roberts LLP

Umbrella Baseball Association Ordered To Admit Baseball League As A Member (Mississauga Majors V. Provincial Women's Softball Association)

Canada Media & IT

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Gardiner Roberts LLP

Fasken Communications Law Triannual Update

Canada Media & IT

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Fasken

My Kid Got Injured Playing Hockey. Can I Sue Someone? Who?

Canada Media & IT

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Lerners LLP

Keep Your Sticks (And Skates) On The Ice: A Look At The Tragic Adam Johnson Case

Canada Litigation

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Bergeron Clifford

CRTC Launches Public Consultation For Proposed Bargaining Code Of Conduct Under Online News Act

Canada Media & IT

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Cassels

Understanding The Standard Of Care In Recreational Sports In Ontario

Canada Media & IT

Boland Romaine LLP

What Is The Right Type Of Helmet?

Canada Litigation

Boland Romaine LLP

Rowan's Law Passes: Sports, Concussions And Youth

Canada Media & IT

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Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP

SDRCC Rules That Maltreatment And Abuse Warrant Lifetime Ban On Working With Athletes

Canada Media & IT

HM

Hicks Morley Hamilton Stewart Storie LLP

Understanding The Standard Of Care In Recreational Sports In Ontario

Participating in recreational sports is a great way to stay active and socialize, but it also carries a certain level of risk. Injuries happen, and sometimes they raise questions about responsibility and legal liability.

Canada Media & IT

Boland Romaine LLP

What Is The Right Type Of Helmet?

When it comes to riding a motorcycle, bicycle, or even engaging in sports such as skateboarding, skiing, or snowboarding, wearing the right kind of helmet...

Canada Litigation

Boland Romaine LLP

Rowan's Law Passes: Sports, Concussions And Youth

The statistics are absolutely staggering. More than 200,000 concussions are sustained in Canada each year. That works out to a new concussion every two and half minutes. Long-dubbed a "silent epidemic," for many years...

Canada Media & IT

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Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP

SDRCC Rules That Maltreatment And Abuse Warrant Lifetime Ban On Working With Athletes

Addressing complaints of the maltreatment and abuse of athletes continues to be a developing and hot-button issue in Canadian law.

Canada Media & IT

HM

Hicks Morley Hamilton Stewart Storie LLP

Landmark Arbitration Decision Upholds Indefinite Suspension Of CFL Player For Sports Gambling

Canada Media & IT

HM

Hicks Morley Hamilton Stewart Storie LLP

2024 Summer Olympics Series: Canada

The 2024 Summer Olympic Games began Friday, July 26. To celebrate this international event, Littler offices around the globe will share key changes in labor and employment laws that have transpired..

Canada Media & IT

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Littler - Canada

Going For Gold: The 'Bronze, Silver & Gold' Legal Stories Of The 2024 Paris Olympic Games

This year will see over 10,500 athletes from 206 nations compete for the coveted bronze, silver and gold medals. Competing in the Games is undoubtably an accomplishment...

Worldwide Media & IT

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Memery Crystal

Ensuring Concussion Safety: What Parents Need To Know Before Sending Kids To Summer Sports Camps

Summer sports camps are the highlight of the year for many kids. They eagerly count down the days, anticipating the adventures they will embark on with new friends while honing their athletic skills.

Canada Litigation

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McLeish Orlando LLP

Leave Your Own Mark: Use Of Olympics-Protected Brands In Advertising

This summer, the world of sport will captivate fans worldwide. In our "Going for (marketing) gold" series, we're delving into the essential considerations and legal nuances...

Worldwide Media & IT

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Gowling WLG

A Tackle Too Far: The Standard Of Care In Recreational Sports

Canada Insurance

CW

Clark Wilson LLP

Playing By The Rules: Ambush Marketing And Major Sporting Events

Canada Media & IT

GW

Gowling WLG

Becoming A Program Signatory To The SDRCC/OSIC

Canada Media & IT

HM

Hicks Morley Hamilton Stewart Storie LLP

CRTC Launches Two New Public Consultations On Accessible Programming By Online Streaming Services

Canada Media & IT

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Cassels

My Kid Got Injured Playing Baseball. Who Do I Sue?

Canada Litigation

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Lerners LLP

Statistics Canada's Report On Non-Profit Organizations In Canada, 2023

Canada Media & IT

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Carters Professional Corporation

Hazing In Sports: Abuse And Assaults Not "All In Good Fun"

Canada Media & IT

GP

Gluckstein Lawyers

Understanding "Safe Sport" Sanctions And Disciplinary Issues Under The Universal Code Of Conduct

Canada Media & IT

HM

Hicks Morley Hamilton Stewart Storie LLP

Uncovering The Intricacies Of Sports Infrastructure Financing

Canada Government

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Lavery

Writers Guild Of Canada Authorizes Strike Action Over Outstanding Issues

Canada Media & IT

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Cassels

Standard Of Care In Recreational Sports: Liability Findings Despite Permissible Rules Of Sports

Canada Media & IT

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Pallett Valo LLP

Jocks And Locker Room Talk? Lessons For Workplace Investigators From Research On Student Athletes And Sexualized Violence

Canada Media & IT

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Rubin Thomlinson LLP

CRTC Launches Public Consultation Process For The Online News Act Regulatory Framework

Canada Media & IT

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Cassels

Key Legal Issues On "Safe Sport" In Canada: Latest Developments On Policy And The Law

Canada Media & IT

HM

Hicks Morley Hamilton Stewart Storie LLP

How International Athletes Are Taxed In Canada: Toronto Maple Leafs' Captain John Tavares Embroiled In Tax Litigation With The CRA – Tavares v. The King, 2024-212(IT)G

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Rotfleisch & Samulovitch P.C.

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Leafs' Leader, Tavares, Challenges CRA Over Tax Dispute (Video)

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Rosen & Associates

Sponsorship Agreements In The Sports World: The Promise Of Fame And Exposure (Video)

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Lavery

The Language Of Leadership: Episode 2 - Channelling The Power Of Confidence (Video)

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Gowling WLG

One-On-One With Olympic Medalist Evan Dunfee

GW

Gowling WLG

Let The iGames Begin: What You Need To Know About Ontario's New iGaming Market (Video)

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Borden Ladner Gervais LLP

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