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Aird & Berlis Recognized in Chambers Canada 2025 We are proud to be recognized by Chambers and Partners as a leading firm across 12 different practice areas. 34 of the firm’s lawyers were also ranked as top practitioners in their fields. Read More
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Jacqueline Goslett Recognized as a 2024 Lexpert Rising Star We are proud to announce that Jacqueline (Jack) Goslett has been named a 2024 Lexpert Rising Star: Leading Lawyers 40 and Under. Read More
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Aird & Berlis Welcomes New Partners John Munnis and Andrea Kroetch John is a member of our Financial Services, Capital Markets and Mergers & Acquisitions Groups. Andrea is a member of our Intellectual Property and Litigation & Dispute Resolution Groups. Read More
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Aird & Berlis Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada We are proud to announce that 112 members of the firm were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada alongside 18 lawyers recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada. Read More
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Tax Litigation Video Series: What to Do When the CRA Calls In the latest instalment of our Tax Litigation Video Series, Louise Summerhill shares important information on what to do if the CRA notifies you of an audit by phone call. Watch Now
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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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Alberta and Ontario Courts Reaffirm Enforceability of Consents to Receiverships
This article highlights recent court decisions reaffirming the enforceability of consents to receiverships, emphasizing the importance of commercial certainty and upholding negotiated agreements in in... -
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PMPRB’s Jurisdiction Limited to Patented Medicines
This article discusses the Federal Court of Appeal's decision in Galderma Canada Inc v. Canada (Attorney General), which clarified that the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board's jurisdiction is limi... -
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AirBoss Secures US$180-Million Senior Credit Facilities With TD Bank, CIBC
On December 2, 2024, AirBoss of America Corp. (TSX: BOS) (OTCQX: ABSSF), a manufacturing company focused on advanced rubber compounding and related markets, entered into new senior secured credit faci... -
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From Risk to Opportunity: ESG as a Growth Strategy
- 04:00 PMJoin members of the Aird & Berlis ESG & Sustainability Group for a comprehensive exploration of practical strategies to leverage ESG opportunities for sustainable growth in 2025 and beyond. -
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Security by Design: Addressing AI Risks
- 04:00 PMJoin members of the Aird & Berlis Technology Group as they examine evolving threats and provide insights into safeguarding systems against emerging AI-driven risks. -
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Stay Vigilant: Trademark Owners Targeted in Recent Wave of Phishing Emails
This article alerts trademark owners to phishing emails impersonating IP attorneys, urging them to verify unsolicited communications with their agent or CIPO. -
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14th Annual IBA Finance & Capital Markets Tax Conference
Jack Bernstein will chair the 14th Annual IBA Finance & Capital Markets Tax Conference in London on January 20-21, 2025, with Francesco Gucciardo and Christopher Slade as panellists. -
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1785192 Ontario Inc v. Ontario H Limited Partnership: A Not-So-Tender Lesson on Tendering
This article examines a recent decision by the Ontario Court of Appeal emphasizing the importance of strict compliance with contractual tendering requirements and clear drafting in real estate agreeme... -
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Jacqueline Goslett Recognized as a 2024 Lexpert Rising Star: Leading Lawyers 40 and Under
Aird & Berlis is proud to announce that Jacqueline (Jack) Goslett has been recognized as a 2024 Lexpert Rising Star: Leading Lawyers 40 and Under. -
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Independent Review Spurs Major Changes to Ontario’s Construction Act
This article discusses recent amendments to Ontario's Construction Act, which aim to improve payment processes, adjudication access and administrative efficiency based on recommendations from an indep... -
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Property Tax Reminder: Toronto Vacant Home Tax Portal Is Now Open
This article alerts property owners that Toronto's Vacant Home Tax portal is now open, with key changes including a 3% tax rate, extended declaration deadlines and updated exemptions for the 2024 taxa... -
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Abraxas Power Enters Loan and Royalty Agreement With RE Royalties
On November 21, 2024, Abraxas Power Corp., a leading energy transition developer, announced that its subsidiary Abraxas Power Maldinvest Ltd. entered into a loan agreement with RE Royalties Ltd., a gl... -
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Key Lessons From the First Reporting Year Under Canada’s Mandatory Supply Chain Reporting Regime
This article summarizes Public Safety Canada's guidance regarding the interpretation and implementation of Canada's Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act. -
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Abraxas and EDF Group Announce Strategic Partnership for the Exploits Valley Renewable Energy Corporation Green Hydrogen and Ammonia Project
On November 18, 2024, Abraxas Power Corp. (“Abraxas”), a leading energy transition developer, announced that it had entered into strategic development agreements with EDF Group, a key player in energy... -
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Nautilus Fitness Canada Enters Receivership After Parent Company’s Bankruptcy
Aird & Berlis represented Nautilus Fitness Canada, Inc. in the application for the appointment of a receiver. -
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Aird & Berlis Recognized in The Legal 500 Canada 2025
Aird & Berlis is proud to be recognized by The Legal 500 Canada as a leading firm across 13 different practice areas. -
A&B In the News
Sherri Altshuler Discusses M&A Activity Trends in Globe and Mail Article
Sherri Altshuler notes that while U.S. election cycles and regulatory shifts may affect large M&A deals, Canada’s mid-market focus means a minimal impact on its M&A activity. -
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Treaties Recognition Week in Ontario: Understanding Treaty Rights and Responsibilities
Under Ontario’s Treaties Recognition Week Act, 2016, the first Sunday in November marks the beginning of Treaties Recognition Week. This year, Treaties Recognition Week is taking place from November 3... -
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FIFA’s Player Transfer Regulations Found to Violate EU Employment and Competition Laws
This article discusses a landmark ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union, which found that certain provisions of FIFA's Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players violate EU law b... -
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The Use of Holding Companies for Ontario’s Municipally Owned Electricity Utilities: Part 2 – ‘Corporatization’ and Development of the HoldCo Structure
This article explores the legislative framework for using holding companies in Ontario's municipally owned electricity utilities under the Energy Competition Act, 1998.
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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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