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Ontario Proposes Amendments To Streamline Electricity Transmission Development
Ontario's Ministry of Energy and Mines has proposed exempting electricity transmission projects procured by the Independent Electricity System Operator from the traditional leave to construct approval requirement. This regulatory change could significantly streamline the development timeline for bulk system transmission infrastructure, including the pending Toronto Third Line procurement, while maintaining environmental assessment and Indigenous consultation requirements.
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Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
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Key Takeaways From The Energy Business Forum At CEEA '75
Canada's energy sector stands at a critical juncture where regulatory reform, interprovincial cooperation, and emerging opportunities in AI infrastructure converge with a narrow strategic window for investment. Industry leaders and government officials gathered at the 75th Canadian Energy Executive Association conference to address how the country can convert its resource advantages into executed projects before global market conditions shift. The discussion centered on practical pathways for value-added de
Canada Energy
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Bennett Jones LLP
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New Churchill Falls Agreement: Key Terms For Newfoundland And Labrador, Québec And Canadian Power Markets
Newfoundland and Labrador's House of Assembly has approved a landmark definitive cooperation and implementation agreement that would replace the 1969 Churchill Falls Power Contract, pair the redevelopment of Churchill Falls with the Gull Island project, and establish new transmission pathways through Québec. The agreement faces political uncertainty in Québec ahead of the October 2026 provincial election...
Canada Energy
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Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
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Ontario Proposes Amendments To Streamline Electricity Transmission Development
Ontario's Ministry of Energy and Mines has proposed exempting electricity transmission projects procured by the Independent Electricity System Operator from the traditional leave to construct approval requirement. This regulatory change could significantly streamline the development timeline for bulk system transmission infrastructure, including the pending Toronto Third Line procurement, while maintaining environmental assessment and Indigenous consultation requirements.
Canada Energy
BC
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
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Key Takeaways From The Energy Business Forum At CEEA '75
Canada's energy sector stands at a critical juncture where regulatory reform, interprovincial cooperation, and emerging opportunities in AI infrastructure converge with a narrow strategic window for investment. Industry leaders and government officials gathered at the 75th Canadian Energy Executive Association conference to address how the country can convert its resource advantages into executed projects before global market conditions shift. The discussion centered on practical pathways for value-added de
Canada Energy
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Bennett Jones LLP
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Powering Up: Grid Access, Strategic Screening And Canada’s Emerging Data Centre Regimes
Canada is rapidly becoming a key destination for data centre investment, fueled by artificial intelligence and cloud computing growth. However, this expansion places unprecedented demands on electricity grids, water resources, and local communities. As federal and provincial governments introduce new frameworks to manage these resource challenges, developers and investors must navigate an increasingly complex landscape where power strategy...
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McMillan LLP
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Shaping Data Centre Development: Saskatchewan’s Data Centre Framework And Canada’s Responsible Data Centre Development Principles
Saskatchewan's new Data Centre Framework and Canada's Responsible Data Centre Development Principles establish comprehensive guidelines for data centre development, emphasizing Canadian ownership, data sovereignty, and bring-your-own-power requirements. How will these frameworks shape the future of data centre investments and operations across Canadian provinces, and what challenges remain in implementing these high-level policy priorities?
Canada Strategy
BC
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
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Eco-Friendly Estate Planning: Leaving A More Sustainable Legacy
Sustainable living does not have to end with your lifetime. In today’s increasingly eco-conscious world, more and more individuals are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint and leave things “greener” for future generations. Eco-friendly estate planning can integrate those values into practical decisions that reduce your environmental impact while caring for loved ones after your death.
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O'Sullivan Estate Lawyers LLP
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Federal Government Seeks Public Input On First National Water Security Strategy
The federal government has launched public engagement on Canada's first National Water Security Strategy, seeking input on how to address freshwater challenges, protect ecosystems, and support water-dependent industries. Led by the Canada Water Agency, this initiative aims to establish a national roadmap for coordinating water management across jurisdictions while building upon existing provincial frameworks. Stakeholders have until October 25, 2026, to provide feedback on priorities, definitions, and imple
Canada Environment
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McMillan LLP
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