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Canadian Governments Invest In Innovation, Talent And Domestic Competitiveness
A convergence of geopolitical shifts, trade uncertainty and heightened industrial policy ambition has fundamentally altered the operating environment for Canadian businesses. How are federal and provincial governments responding with new funding programs, capital sources and talent initiatives to support the retention and growth of technology, intellectual property and human capital in Canada? This comprehensive overview examines recent strategic initiatives spanning artificial intelligence, life sciences,
Canada Finance
BC
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
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Open Banking Milestone: Draft Consumer-Driven Banking Regulations Released
On June 27, 2026, the Department of Finance published the proposed Consumer-Driven Banking Regulations(the “Regulations”) under the Consumer Driven Banking Act (the “Act”). Together with the Act, the Regulations introduce a framework, to be overseen by the Bank of Canada (the “Bank”), that enables Canadian individuals and businesses to share their financial data with accredited service providers of their choice.
Canada Finance
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Fasken
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Proposed Consumer-Driven Banking Regulations Released For Comment
Canada's Department of Finance has released proposed regulations to support the Consumer-Driven Banking Act, establishing a comprehensive framework for secure consumer financial data sharing. The regulations detail accreditation pathways, security requirements, liability rules, and operational standards that will govern how banks, fintechs, and payment service providers participate in the consumer-driven banking ecosystem. With a 60-day comment period ending August 26, 2026, stakeholders have a limited wind
Canada Finance
BC
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
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Fund Management/ REITs

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Gst/Hst Reprieve For Trailing Commissions
The Canada Revenue Agency has postponed enforcement of its controversial decision to apply GST/HST to mutual fund trailing commissions, granting the industry an 18-month reprieve until January 1, 2028. While this delay provides breathing room for system implementation and procedural adjustments, mutual fund managers, dealers, and advisors must use this transition period strategically to prepare for compliance, including registration obligations and input tax credit recovery.
Canada Tax
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Millar Kreklewetz
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Leasing

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Millhouse Farms: How Using Leased Equipment Bound The Borrower Without A Signed Certificate Of Acceptance
When a borrower takes possession of leased farm equipment, uses it for a full harvest season, and makes payments—but never signs the certificate of acceptance—can the lease still be enforced? The Saskatchewan Court of Appeal addressed this exact question in Millhouse Farms Inc. v De Lage Landen Financial Services Canada Inc., reaffirming that acceptance by conduct can complete a contract even when formal paperwork remains incomplete.
Canada Litigation
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Miller Thomson LLP
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