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In this issue of the #BlakesWeeklyDigest newsletter: Blakes releases its fifth annual Canadian Cybersecurity Trends Study; an Ontario Court of Appeal decision affirms climate change policy may face constitutional challenges; Ontario sets its target benefit pension plan framework to come into effect January 1; and the Supreme Court of Canada’s two recent pivotal rulings reaffirm flexibility in the application of corporate attribution in fraud cases. Looking for more timely industry news and legal analysis delivered to your feed? Subscribe to our Weekly Digest to receive Blakes Insights on topics that matter most to your business. #BlakesMeansBusiness

We are pleased to announce that Blakes Partner Kelly Bourassa has been appointed President of the Insolvency Institute of Canada (IIC). The IIC is Canada’s premier professional association of the most senior and accomplished members of the restructuring and insolvency community. Kelly is the second woman to hold this position, the first being her fellow Blakes Partner Pamela Huff. Kelly co-leads the Firm’s Restructuring & Insolvency practice. Learn more about our practice here: https://bit.ly/3Yyo7KK #Insolvency #Restructuring #BlakesMeansBusiness

The 5th edition of our Canadian Cybersecurity Trends Study is here! Get exclusive insights covering the latest in preparedness, incident trends, breach reporting and litigation. Download your copy today for valuable information to help you develop or update your cybersecurity strategy: https://bit.ly/3Ab18vK #Cybersecurity #RiskManagement #BlakesMeansBusiness

A recent decision by a CIRO hearing panel highlights the tension between securities regulators’ enforcement powers in administrative hearings and procedural fairness. Read more in our latest bulletin: https://lnkd.in/gvWfJbs9 #SecuritiesLitigation #BlakesMeansBusiness

For the fourth consecutive year, Blakes has been named one of Canada’s Best Law Firms in The Globe and Mail’s Report on Business. Blakes continues to stand out, ranking #1 in Banking & Finance; Competition, Antitrust & Foreign Investments; and Corporate & Commercial Law. Our recognition across 21 categories underscores our methodical and steadfast approach to providing creative legal solutions that empower our clients and help them thrive. The study, conducted in partnership with Statista and Report on Business magazine, identifies the firms with the most recommendations from other legal practitioners in their field. Thank you to our clients and peers for your trust and support. #BlakesMeansBusiness #LegalExcellence #BusinessLaw

Leadership transitions during M&A can raise many legal and financial issues related to executive compensation. Companies must navigate equity incentives, tax implications and employment law requirements. Learn more in our recent Five Under 5 article: https://bit.ly/3UiEuIP #ExecutiveCompensation #MergersAndAcquisitions #BlakesMeansBusiness

The Competition Tribunal finds Cineplex in violation of the Competition Act’s drip pricing provisions, merger review activity slightly increases in 2024 compared to last year, and the Canadian government releases an administrative note on interim national security conditions. Read more in the latest edition of #BlakesCompetitiveEdge: https://bit.ly/40eAeho #CompetitionLaw #ForeignInvestment #BlakesMeansBusiness

In a recent decision, the Supreme Court of Canada confirmed that state immunity is not absolute when enacting legislation later found to contravene the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The decision rendered in Canada (Attorney General) v. Power could impact cases involving Quebec’s Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms, particularly with respect to expropriation of property. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3XWaIuv #Litigation #BlakesMeansBusiness

In this issue of the #BlakesWeeklyDigest newsletter: A look at the growing use of ESG clauses in commercial leases; new editions of #BlakesCompetitiveEdge and #BlakesupRound; key considerations for handling executive compensation in M&A deals; the coming into force of Quebec’s new individual right to data portability; and a CIRO decision highlighting the tug-of-war over procedural fairness in securities regulatory enforcement. Looking for more timely industry news and legal analysis delivered to your feed? Subscribe to our Weekly Digest to receive Blakes Insights on topics that matter most to your business. #BlakesMeansBusiness

Quebec’s privacy reform enters its final phase with a new right to data portability. As of September 22, 2024, individuals have the right to request that an organization send them their personal information or transfer it to another person or organization. Learn more in our bulletin: https://bit.ly/4f8fsnw #DataProtection #PrivacyLaw #BlakesMeansBusiness