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Preet K. Gill

Insolvency & Restructuring Lawyer | Litigation & Transactions

Toronto Managing Partner

Melissa Birman

Commercial, Corporate Governance and Securities Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Knowledge Management Lawyer

Talia K. Bregman

Management-side Employment Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Partner

Members of Bennett Jones were involved in the writing of various chapters of <em>Directors' Duties in Canada</em>, 6th ed., edited by Barry Reiter and published in Canada by CCH Canadian Limited, including Hugo Alves, Milos Barutciski, Melissa Birman, Stephen Burns, Carl Cunningham, Geoffrey Dyer, Len Griffiths, Bruce Hibbard, Mark Jewett, Martin Kratz, Jeff Leon, Brad Markel, Jesslyn Maurier, Murray Perelman, Raj Sahni, Susan Seller, Gary Solway, Bill Vass, and Claire Webster.

Directors Duties in Canada 6th ed.

Directors' Duties in Canada, 6th ed.

Leonard J. Griffiths

Environmental Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Members of 
 Bennett Jones were involved in the  writing of various chapters of 
<em>Directors' Duties in Canada</em>, 5th ed.,  edited by Barry Reiter and 
 published in Canada by CCH Canadian Limited,  including Hugo Alves, Melissa 
 Birman, Corinne Bordman, Paul Cantor, Duncan Card,  Jane Freeman, Len 
Griffiths,  Martin Kratz, Jeff  Leon, Jesslyn Maurier, Paul Moore, Murray 
Perelman, Raj  Sahni, Susan Seller,  Gary Solway, David Spencer, Bill Vass, 
Claire Webster and  Zach  Justein.

Directors Duties in Canada 5th ed.

Directors' Duties in Canada, 5th ed.

A continuation of the article published in the March 2009 issue of Lexpert magazine, this article discusses the purposes and main components of an effective whistleblower policy and the procedures public companies should follow when reports are received.  Published in the April 2009 issue of Lexpert magazine as part of Barry Reiter's regular column. 

What to do When the Whistle Blows Part II

What to do When the Whistle Blows: Part II

This article discusses the purposes and main components of an effective whistleblower policy and the procedures public companies should follow when reports are received. Published in the March 2009 issue of Lexpert magazine as part of Barry Reiter's regular column.

What to do When the Whistle Blows Part I

What to do When the Whistle Blows: Part I

Oliver Loxley

Corporate Lawyer at Bennett Jones Vancouver

Aaron E. Sonshine

Corporate Finance, Mergers and Acquisitions and Corporate Governance Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Partner 

Alexandra Doane

Articling Student at Bennett Jones in Vancouver

Articling Student

The SEC&rsquo;s March 5 exemption preserves the existing insider reporting framework for Canadian foreign private issuers that report through SEDI, despite changes introduced by the HFIAA. This update clarifies cross-border reporting obligations and maintains the status quo for affected issuers and their insiders.

Canadian Foreign Private Issuers Remain Exempt from US Insider Reporting Requirements

James D. Beeby

Corporate Finance, M&A, Private Equity and Venture Capital Lawyer

Lisa Kakoske

Corporate and Securities Lawyer

Harpar Gill

Associate

The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) has introduced a voluntary Semi-Annual Reporting (SAR) Pilot allowing eligible venture issuers on the TSXV or CSE to file only six-month interim financial reports. The pilot aims to reduce reporting burdens while maintaining key continuous disclosure requirements for investors.

CSA Adopts Semi Annual Reporting Pilot For Venture Issuers

CSA Adopts Semi-Annual Reporting Pilot For Venture Issuers

Ashley M. White

Corporate & Commercial Transactions Lawyer | Power & Energy

Jason D. Roth

Construction & Infrastructure Lawyer | EPC & Project Development

Larissa D. Lees

Regulatory Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

The Government of Alberta has announced plans for a 120-day approval timeline for major projects, aiming to accelerate development while maintaining Indigenous consultation and environmental protections. This initiative, aligned with federal policy and recent Alberta&ndash;Canada agreements, could create more predictable regulatory processes and meaningful investment opportunities across energy, infrastructure, CCUS and critical minerals projects. Industry participants should monitor implementation closely, as details on eligible projects and procedural interaction are still forthcoming.

Major Projects on the Horizon in Alberta

Government of Alberta Announces 120-Day Major Project Approval Timeline

Benjamin K. Reingold

Intellectual Property Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Calgary

Makda Yohannes

Commercial Litigation Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

Stephen D. Burns

Energy & Infrastructure Technology Lawyer | IT/OT & Markets

Partner, Trademark Agent

Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used to understand legal rights and generate court filings, raising concerns about the unauthorized practice of law. This insight examines recent US litigation, key risks and practical considerations for responsible AI use in the Canadian legal context.

Artificial Intelligence and the Practice of Law

Artificial Intelligence and the Practice of Law: Real‑World Implications for the Profession and the Justice System

David Cassin

Employment Lawyer at Bennett Jones Toronto

The Ontario Superior Court&rsquo;s decision in Ghazvini v. CIBC strikes down a termination clause in federally regulated employment agreements under the Canada Labour Code. This ruling applies the Waksdale framework, emphasizing that termination clauses must meet statutory minimums for notice and cause. Federally regulated employers should review and update template agreements to ensure compliance and reduce the risk of future disputes.

Federally Regulated Employers Time to Review Employment Agreements After Ontario

Federally Regulated Employers: Time to Review Employment Agreements After Ontario Court Strikes Down Termination Clause

What to do When the Whistle Blows: Part II

From the Same Authors

Directors' Duties in Canada, 6th ed.

Directors' Duties in Canada, 5th ed.

What to do When the Whistle Blows: Part II

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Canadian Foreign Private Issuers Remain Exempt from US Insider Reporting Requirements

CSA Adopts Semi-Annual Reporting Pilot For Venture Issuers

Major Projects on the Horizon in Alberta

Artificial Intelligence and the Practice of Law: Real‑World Implications for the Profession and the Justice System

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