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Common FINTRAC Deficiencies: What Reporting Entities Should Avoid
FINTRAC's 2026 Industry Day webinar revealed critical compliance deficiencies across Canada's AML/ATF framework, highlighting gaps in risk assessment, ongoing monitoring, training programs, and effectiveness reviews. The presentation emphasized that reporting entities must demonstrate not only that compliance controls exist on paper, but that they are current, consistently applied, risk-based, appropriately documented, and tested in practice. These observations carry significant implications for financial i
Canada Commercial
MT
McCarthy Tétrault LLP
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At The Crossroads: Proposed Amendments Regarding Insider Reporting Requirements
Earlier this spring, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) proposed amendments to certain exemptions from insider reporting found in National Instrument 55-104 Insider Reporting Requirements and Exemptions (NI 55-104). The amendments are intended to clarify that the insider reporting regime applies to certain transactions involving investment funds and structured products, like structured notes and Canadian Depositary Receipts, that are based on securities of a reporting issuer.
Canada Commercial
BL
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
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L’avenir des fonds orientés par les donateurs au Canada : gouvernance, conformité et considérations stratégiques
Donor-advised funds (DAFs) in Canada are experiencing rapid growth and increased scrutiny regarding governance, operations, and sector-wide professionalization. As these programs mature, charitable organizations must navigate increasingly complex legal, compliance, and operational considerations while maintaining charitable giving at the core of their mission.
Canada Commercial
MT
McCarthy Tétrault LLP
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At The Crossroads: Proposed Amendments Regarding Insider Reporting Requirements
Earlier this spring, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) proposed amendments to certain exemptions from insider reporting found in National Instrument 55-104 Insider Reporting Requirements and Exemptions (NI 55-104). The amendments are intended to clarify that the insider reporting regime applies to certain transactions involving investment funds and structured products, like structured notes and Canadian Depositary Receipts, that are based on securities of a reporting issuer.
Canada Commercial
BL
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
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Arbitration Provisions In Franchise Agreements: Key Drafting Considerations For Ontario Franchisors
When franchise disputes arise, the choice of forum and procedure can be as critical as the merits of the case itself. Arbitration clauses in franchise agreements require careful consideration of scope, procedure, and appeal rights under Ontario's Arbitration Act and the Arthur Wishart Act. Understanding the strategic advantages, potential pitfalls, and key drafting considerations can help franchisors and franchisees navigate disputes more effectively while protecting their long-term interests.
Canada Commercial
DL
Dale & Lessmann LLP
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Franchise Law With Jennifer Shayko - Franchising Basics (Part 3) (Video)
Understanding franchisor disclosure obligations under the Arthur Wishart Act is crucial for both franchisors and franchisees navigating franchise relationships. The Act imposes rigorous disclosure requirements on franchisors with strict penalties for non-compliance, creating a framework designed to protect franchisee interests. Jennifer Shayko explains these essential disclosure obligations and their implications for franchise operations.
Canada Commercial
AB
Aird & Berlis LLP
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Franchise Law With Jennifer Shayko - Franchising Basics (Part 2) (Video)
The Arthur Wishart Act governs franchise relationships in Ontario, but understanding which businesses fall under its jurisdiction is crucial for both franchisors and franchisees. Jennifer Shayko breaks down the Act's definition and explains the specific categories of franchises that must comply with its requirements, helping business owners determine whether their operations are subject to this important legislation.
Canada Commercial
AB
Aird & Berlis LLP
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