Sharon Singh at FNMPC Industry Engagement Event
March 03, 2020
Sharon Singh will be a panelist at the First Nations Major Projects Coalition's (FNMPC) 3rd Annual Industry Engagement Event, in Prince George, B.C.
2020 Construction Adjudication Symposium
February 27, 2020
David Wahl is a panelist on "Implications of Prompt Payment for Construction" at the CIQS/RICS 2020 Construction Adjudication Symposium in Calgary.
Andrew Disipio on Corporate Governance Strategies in Response to Climate Change-Related Risks and Opportunities
February 07, 2020
Andrew Disipio appears on a panel discussing "Corporate Governance Strategies in Response to Climate Change-Related Risks and Opportunities" at the 2020 Business & Law Conference. The corporate governance panel will explore how Canadian companies can mitigate the risk of climate change on their individual companies and stakeholders by implementing good corporate governance strategies. It will also explore what opportunities exist to help firms take advantage of changing markets and new capital sources through improved corporate decision making.
Proposals to Convert Health and Welfare Trusts to Employee Life and Health Trusts
February 05, 2020
Jordan Fremont co-presents "Proposals to Convert Health and Welfare Trusts to Employee Life and Health Trusts (ELHTs)" at the Ontario Bar Association's Institute of Pensions and Benefits Law. Topics include: exploring the tax policy for phasing out Health and Welfare Trusts (HWTs) and encouraging migration to Employee Life and Health; examining the differences and advantages of ELHT rules; how you convert HWTs to ELHTs, and the consequences of not converting; and discussing the practical considerations and what to tell your clients.
Chapter 15 and Cross Border Asset Recovery Update
February 3-5, 2020
Maureen Ward is a panelist on "Chapter 15 and Cross Border Asset Recovery Update" at the American Bankruptcy Institute Caribbean Insolvency Symposium. This panel will focus on the latest developments in how jurisdictions are working together including an update on Chapter 15s, a discussion of the UNCITRAL model law on group enterprises, the guide to enactment, and the model law on asset recovery currently in the works. This panel will also discuss strategic methods for locating and preserving assets across borders.
Michael Smith on The High Stakes World of Emissions Litigation
January 29-31, 2020
Michael Smith is a panelist on "The High Stakes World of Emissions Litigation - An International Scorecard on the State of Play and What's Next" at the American Bar Association 2020 Environmental & Energy, Mass Torts and Products Liability Litigation Committee's Joint Regional CLE Program.
Cheryl Woodin on Cross-Border Mass Torts Litigation
January 22, 2020
Cheryl Woodin moderated a webinar on issues in modern cross-border mass torts litigation, presented by the International Association of Defense Counsel.
AME Roundup - UNDDRIP
January 21, 2020
Sharon Singh appears as a panelist on "UNDRIP" at the AME Roundup 2020. UNDRIP was enshrined into laws of BC in November 2019. This panel discussion will provide background to those who are unfamiliar with the new legislation, an update on the current status and some context for what it means both legally and practically. Finally the session will aim to provide some insight on what it may mean as industry, provincial government and First Nations governments progress on the path of reconciliation.
John Baird at RBC Economic Outlook 2020
January 21, 2020
John Baird provides his expert analysis on key trends and priorities for the year ahead at the RBC Economic Outlook 2020, presented by the Oakville Chamber of Commerce.
Finding the Path to Shared Prosperity
January 14, 2020
Sharon Singh appeared on a panel to discuss the implications of what Bill 41 - DRIPA - means for British Columbia, which commenced the Finding the Path to Shared Prosperity event developed with four Indigenous partner organizations and sponsored by 18 businesses, unions and associations drawn representing broad interests.
Demonstration and Commentary: Controlling the Discovery
November 26, 2019
Maureen Ward is a panelist on "Demonstration and Commentary: Controlling the Discovery" at The Advocates' Society's Mastering Winning Discovery Techniques program.
Keely Cameron at Energy Law Fundamental Seminar
November 21, 2019
Keely Cameron presented on "AER Panel Update" at the Energy Law Fundamental Seminar. An expert panel comprised of representatives from the AER, private practice and industry will discuss various measures implemented by the Alberta Energy Regulator in recent years to address financial and abandonment and reclamation risks to the industry, and will examine possible future policy trends.
Darrel Pearson at MGTA Canada Day Presentation
November 13, 2019
Darrel Pearson attended and presented at the Midwest Global Trade Association (MGTA) Canada Day Seminar in Minneapolis.
Ruth Promislow on Data Protection and Privacy in Canada Panel
November 13, 2019
Ruth Promislow appeared on a panel for "Data Protection and Privacy in Canada: What Organizations Doing Business in Canada Need to Know" at the American Foreign Law Association, New York.
2019 Bennett Jones Employment Symposium
November 12, 2019
John Batzel, Stephanie Henry, Jennifer Miller, Lauren Millar, John Gilmore, Matthew Macdonald, Dana Kiefer and Jo Brar presented at the 2019 Bennett Jones Employment Symposium.
Raj Sahni Presents to the Canadian Bond Investors' Association Annual Conference
November 06, 2019
Raj Sahni presented at the annual Canadian Bond Investors' Association on the latest amendments to insolvency and corporate law and issues of particular importance to bondholders. A copy of Raj's presentation is available.
Alberta Municipal Health and Safety Association Webinar Series
October 24, 2019
Jennifer Miller was a panelist on "Current OHS Law in Alberta: Violence and Harassment" at the Alberta Municipal Health and Safety Association webinar series, How We Work Together Matters – Incivility and Respect in the Workplace.
Jessica Horwitz on AALA Trade Webinar
October 23, 2019
Jessica Horwitz presents "The USMCA and the US-Canada Trade Relationship" on the American Agricultural Law Association webinar: Tough Times in Farm Country: Taking the Pulse of the Agricultural Trade Climate.
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