May 05, 2026
Ontario courts continue to refine the boundaries of the province’s anti‑SLAPP regime, particularly at the threshold stage where a defendant must show that a proceeding arises from an expression relating to a matter of public interest. While the test is designed to be a modest one, recent decisions demonstrate that its application can still present difficulties where the line between “public” and “private” expression is blurred.
May 05, 2026
An audit by an extended health benefits insurer can be an extremely invasive and stressful process for a health provider such as a health clinic or health professional. These audits also carry significant potential consequences, including demands for repayment, being delisted by the insurer and complaints to regulatory colleges.
May 04, 2026
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced progress on the one-time In-Canada Workers Initiative, which aims to accelerate the transition of up to 33,000 workers to permanent residence in 2026 and 2027.
May 04, 2026
Ottawa has announced a $1.5-billion support package, including a $1-billion loan program, to help businesses that manufacture and export products containing steel, aluminum or copper following a recent U.S. tariff adjustment.
May 04, 2026
The British Columbia Court of Appeal has rejected a leave to appeal application for non-party subpoenas in a class action relating to prepaid purchase cards.
May 04, 2026
The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) has warned that foreign interference by states including China and India remains a persistent threat to democratic institutions and signalled that Canada’s national security laws may not be equipped to address modern challenges.
May 04, 2026
If part one of this three-part series (see below for link) was the amuse-bouche, this second article is the main course — served with a side of existential dread and a garnish of legal ambiguity. Welcome to the confluence of artificial intelligence, digital replicas and personality rights, where estate planning gets delightfully thorny and occasionally surreal.
May 04, 2026
MLT Aikins has added Merrissa Ollivier as an associate in its Vancouver office.
May 04, 2026
A recent Ontario Superior Court of Justice decision offers an important reminder for franchisors and franchisees alike: informal renewal arrangements can create significant legal uncertainty.
May 04, 2026
Lawyers untrained in the science of negotiation might assume that negotiation is a contest of personalities. The better talker, quicker thinker, the more persuasive presence: these are the traits incorrectly associated with strong negotiators.