WorkSafeBC has introduced new Crane Regulations that mandate employers to submit a Notice of Project–Tower Crane and ensure qualified supervisors are in place. This initiative aims to enhance safety protocols in British Columbia’s construction industry, addressing potential risks and improving oversight for tower crane operations. Simon Foxcroft, Mark V. Lewis, Jason Roth, Charlene Hiller, Hannah Johnston and Larissa Sakumoto highlight the most significant changes to the OHS regulation for crane operators and supervisors. #Infrastructure #CommercialRealEstate #OHS
Bennett Jones
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The firm that businesses have trusted with their most complex legal matters for the last century.
About us
For over a century, Bennett Jones has been an internationally recognized Canadian law firm founded and focused on principles of professional excellence, integrity, respect and independent thought. Our firm’s leadership position is reflected in the law we practise, the ground-breaking work we do, the client relationships we have and the quality of our people. Bennett Jones is home to more than 500 lawyers and business advisors in seven offices—Calgary, Toronto, Edmonton, Ottawa, Vancouver, Montréal and New York. Our professional practice encompasses virtually every sector of business, industry and government. Operating seamlessly across our geographic locations, our business practice is to assign lawyers to work on client files who have the skills and experience that best meet our clients’ needs. Our ranks are filled with leaders in the fields of mergers and acquisitions, energy and natural resources, corporate finance and banking, bankruptcy and restructuring, commercial litigation, climate change, environment, ESG, construction, technology and intellectual property, tax, competition, international trade and public policy. Members of our exceptional Public Policy group have served at the highest levels of office and been invaluable for their leadership in shaping public policy in Canada—and in developing business responses to those policies. Among our group we count a former governor of the Bank of Canada, two former deputy prime ministers of Canada, a former Supreme Court of Canada justice, a former Canadian ambassador to the United States of America and a former commissioner of the Canadian Competition Bureau.
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Canada is seeking input on enhancing its import prohibition against goods produced with forced or child labour. With a 30-day consultation period now open, stakeholders are invited to share their insights on improving enforcement and addressing supply chain risks. Sabrina A. Bandali, Alison FitzGerald, Jessica B. Horwitz, George Reid, Kathleen W. and Laura Schwartz discuss the crucial opportunity to shape measures that promote compliance with human rights standards in Canadian imports. #InternationalTrade #SupplyChain #ForcedLabor
Canada Consults on Changes to Strengthen Canada’s Forced Labour Import Ban | Bennett Jones
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Congratulations to Dominique Hussey and Edward (Ted) Yoo on being named IAM Global Leaders for 2025. This well-deserved recognition reflects their dedication to excellence in patent law. #PatentLaw #AwardsAndRecognitions
Dominique Hussey and Ted Yoo Ranked as IAM Global Leaders 2025 | Bennett Jones
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We were proud to be an Industry Leader sponsor of the 2024 Banff Venture Forum, with our partners Sebastien Gittens, James McClary and Stephen Burns participating in this year's discussions. The Banff Venture Forum is designed for leaders in the innovation and tech commercialization sectors, focusing on addressing business challenges, ambitions and success strategies. The forum featured discussions on key industry issues, insights from top investment professionals and networking with industry experts. Learn more: https://okt.to/nLrx5O #VentureCapital #TechCompanies #EmergingTechnology #BVF2024
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The Ontario Superior Court recently refused to dismiss a proposed class action for delay, highlighting that active steps such as seeking injunctive relief may advance the proceeding. This decision takes a contextual approach to the language of section 29.1 of the Class Proceedings Act, 1992, suggesting that not all delays warrant dismissal. Alex Payne and Adam Walji discuss the Court’s decision and provide insights. #ClassActionQuickTakes #ClassActionLitigation
Ontario Superior Court Refuses to Dismiss for Delay, Taking Functional and Contextual Approach to Section 29.1 of the Class Proceedings Act, 1992 | Bennett Jones
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Dive into Canada’s Clean Hydrogen Tax Credit in the latest episode of Clean Incentives with host Brendan Sigalet and Bennett Jones partners Geoff Stenger and Yannick Beaudoin. They discuss how this incentive can drive clean energy projects, the importance of investment tax credits for securing financing and essential strategies for businesses to capitalize on these opportunities. Tune in to explore the future of clean hydrogen in Canada. Listen now: https://okt.to/XJ4ACZ #CleanIncentives #CleanHydrogen #TaxCredits
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Doré Copper Mining Corp. has entered into a definitive arrangement agreement with Cygnus Metals Limited, merging to create a strategic Québec-focused critical minerals explorer and developer. We are proud to be acting for Doré Copper on the transaction. #MergersAndAcquistions #CommercialTransactions #Mining
Doré Copper and Cygnus Metals Enter Into Arrangement Agreement to Create Strategic Critical Minerals Company | Bennett Jones
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We are proud to act for G2S2 Capital Inc., under its banner Armco Alberta, in its acquisition of Bow Valley Square, an iconic four-tower, LEED Platinum-certified office complex in the heart of downtown Calgary. #CommercialRealEstate #CommercialTransactions
G2S2 Capital Inc. Acquires Bow Valley Square in Calgary | Bennett Jones
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We are thrilled to be named Canada’s Best Law Firm in Energy & Natural Resources (Mining, Oil & Gas) by the The Globe and Mail's ROB Magazine. This recognition highlights the trust our clients place in us to tackle their most complex legal challenges. Preet K. Gill, our Toronto Managing Partner, proudly accepted the award at The Globe and Mail Centre, marking another milestone in our leadership and deep expertise within the energy sector. #energylaw #awards Pictured: Dawn Calleja (L), Deputy Editor at ROB Magazine and Preet Gill, Toronto Managing Partner Bennett Jones
Bennett Jones Wins Globe and Mail's Canada's Best Law Firm Award in Energy & Natural Resources
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Increased macroeconomic risks, such as severe weather events and geopolitical tensions, have led to greater judicial focus on Material Adverse Event clauses in M&A transactions. A recent decision by the English High Court offers new insights into the interpretation of MAE clauses, emphasizing the high burden on purchasers seeking to terminate deals based on these provisions. Drew Broughton, Jesse Fontaine and Jordan Murray discuss the potential nexus of the case to Canadian M&A activity. #MergersAndAcquisitons #CommercialTransactions #CommercialLitigation
Material Adverse Effects: Insights from the High Court of Justice | Bennett Jones
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