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Aird & Berlis LLP Announces the Opening of Vancouver Office We are pleased to announce the opening of our new Vancouver office, marking a significant milestone in our growth. Read More
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Aird & Berlis Recognized in 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory We are proud to announce that 69 partners at the firm have been recognized as leading lawyers across 35 different practice areas. Read More
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Aird & Berlis Welcomes New Partners Stephen Leonard, Sabrina Spencer and Demetre Vasilounis Stephen is a member of our Intellectual Property Group, Sabrina is a member of our Indigenous Practice Group and Demetre is a member of our Tax and Estates & Trusts Groups. Read More
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Aird & Berlis Recognized in Chambers Global Guide 2025 We are proud to be recognized in the 2025 edition of the Chambers Global Guide. The firm was acknowledged as a leader in the areas of Intellectual Property, Projects: PPP & Infrastructure, Restructuring/Insolvency and Tax. Read More
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Who We Are
Aird & Berlis advises clients in all principal areas of law, such as capital markets, corporate/commercial, financial services, real estate, Aboriginal law, infrastructure/P3, insolvency and restructuring, intellectual property, litigation, municipal and land use planning, tax, technology and workplace law. In each of these areas, clients trust us to handle their most sophisticated matters and rely on our outstanding technical skills, dedication to client service, critical thinking and creative approaches to resolving complex issues.
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OEB Releases Final Report to Reduce EV Charging Rates
This article outlines the OEB’s Final Report introducing a new EV charging rate to reduce costs for station owners, with updated rules and a 2026 rollout. -
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Due Care in Action: Critical Factors in Canadian Patent Reinstatement and Expiry Cases
This article examines how Canadian patent holders can meet the Due Care standard to reinstate abandoned applications or reverse expiry, with key insights from CIPO guidance and recent case law. -
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Aird & Berlis Vancouver Expansion Featured in Globe and Mail
This article outlines the firm’s growth strategy, Indigenous practice development and efforts to better serve national clients through office integration. -
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Produce Wholesale Distributor Completes Hybrid Sale of Produce Companies
Aird & Berlis acted as legal counsel for the produce companies with a team led by Liam Tracey-Raymont and including Thomas Fenton, Jeffrey Merk, Christian Nianiaris, Joshua Ward and Teddy Nikolaou (Ca... -
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Anti-Money Laundering Amendments Accelerated: Businesses Face Unexpected Compliance Rush
This article discusses accelerated anti-money laundering amendments under Canadian legislation, requiring new reporting entities to comply by April 1, 2025, with a transition period until April 1, 202... -
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Stockton & Bush and Minto Group Complete Sale of Retail Investment Portfolio
Aird & Berlis advised Stockton & Bush and Minto Group with a team led by Trevor Crowley and Daniella Guzzi (Real Estate). -
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Considerations in the Time of Tariffs: Workplace Management Through a Downturn
This article advises Canadian employers on managing workforce challenges amid tariff uncertainty through layoffs, salary adjustments, terminations and government support programs. -
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Artificial Intelligence, Real Risks: Legal Due Diligence Issues and Purchase Agreement Provisions Aimed at Managing AI Risk in M&A Transactions
This article examines key legal due diligence issues and purchase agreement provisions for M&A transactions involving AI-driven businesses, focusing on intellectual property risks, data ownership, thi... -
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Understanding Ontario’s Construction Act Amendments
- 04:00 PMJoin members of the Construction Group as they explore these critical amendments and break down their immediate impact on various stakeholders within Ontario’s construction industry, including owners,... -
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Put Your Best Foot Forward: New Amendments to Trademark Legislation Require Best Evidence at First Instance (Among Other Changes)
This article highlights key trademark law changes coming on April 1, 2025, including limits on new evidence in appeals, confidentiality orders, cost awards and a process to challenge official marks. -
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Breaking New Ground: Proposed Overhaul of Canadian Disclosure Requirements for Mining Issuers
This article covers the British Columbia Securities Commission's proposed changes to Canada's mining disclosure regulations, focusing on modernization, investor protection and alignment with global st... -
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B.C.’s Proposed Tariff Response Risks Delaying, Not Streamlining, Natural Resource Project Approvals
This article examines how Part 4 of British Columbia’s Bill 7 could undermine First Nations' consultation rights and create legal uncertainty. -
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Emerging Risks and Opportunities in Canada's Mining Industry: Perspectives From Adria Leung Lim
This article explores environmental compliance, cross-border investments and geopolitical trends shaping Canada’s mining sector. -
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Kate Findlay Explores Landmark Decisions Reshaping Canadian Class Actions
Recent rulings from the Supreme Court of Canada and the Ontario Court of Appeal have brought significant changes to the class actions landscape. -
Firm NewsAird & Berlis Recognized in 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory
The 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory has recognized 69 partners at the firm as leading lawyers across 35 different practice areas. Aird & Berlis was also recognized at the firm level across 17 di... -
Representative Matter
McEwen Mining Completes Strategic Investment in Goliath Resources Limited
Aird & Berlis represented Goliath Resources Limited (TSXV: GOT), an explorer of precious metals projects in the prolific Golden Triangle of northwestern British Columbia, in its non-brokered private p... -
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Proposed Amendments to the British Columbia Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act
This article outlines Bill 4’s proposed amendments to strengthen consumer rights and contract regulations. -
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Ontario’s Evolving Estates and Trusts Law: Insights From Holly Cunliffe and Lexie Misterski
Ontario’s estates and trusts law is evolving, with growing concerns around mental capacity, financial abuse and dependant relief claims. -
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Aird & Berlis Welcomes New Partners Stephen Leonard, Sabrina Spencer and Demetre Vasilounis
We are pleased to welcome Stephen Leonard, Sabrina Spencer and Demetre Vasilounis as new partners of the firm. -
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FloWorks International Acquires CAC Industrial Equipment for $49.25 Million
Aird & Berlis acted as Canadian counsel to FloWorks International with a team led by Steven Graff (Financial Services) and Gary Volman (Capital Markets/M&A).
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Client-Centred Approach
Aird & Berlis is a leading Canadian law firm with offices in Toronto and Vancouver, serving clients across Canada and around the world. We provide strategic legal advice on business, regulatory, constitutional, administrative law and public policy matters.
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Our lawyers and intellectual property professionals represent domestic and international clients, including multinational corporations, startups, individuals, governments and Indigenous nations.
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Global Presence
Aird & Berlis has strong international experience. From offices in Toronto and Vancouver, our lawyers work seamlessly for clients on complex cross-border and multijurisdictional matters.
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