This blog was written with assistance from Summer Law Student Alex Woitas.
As discussed in our previous post, “generational” changes to the Competition Act (the “Act”) are now in force, as … Read More
Bill C-59 (the “Bill”) was introduced in the House of Commons on November 30, 2023 to implement certain provisions of the 2023 federal budget and 2023 fall economic statement. The … Read More
The move to low carbon technology and technological developments is spurring global demand for critical minerals – leading to predictions of long-term shortages of minerals that are essential components for … Read More
It is estimated that Canada imports $20 billion worth of products at risk of modern slavery annually.
Around the world, supply chain due diligence regulations are being proposed or enacted to … Read More
The Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (also known as the Modern Slavery Act; the “Act”) came into force on January 1, 2024.
With the new … Read More
Canada’s anti-modern slavery legislation, the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act, (the “Act”) came into force on January 1, 2024.
The Act requires government institutions and … Read More
The coming into force of Canada’s Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act, SC 2023, c 9 (the “Modern Slavery Act”) on January 1, 2024 was … Read More
Modern slavery legislation is now in force in Canada and requires certain businesses to report on their efforts to prevent and reduce the risk of forced labour and child labour … Read More
Authors: Olaitan Oyekunle, MLT Aikins ESG practice group
In the realm of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), the spotlight is increasingly shifting to the significance of “S” in “ESG.” In another … Read More
Authors: MLT Aikins ESG practice group
In the face of regulatory uncertainty and increased scrutiny, companies are growing weary of disclosing climate-related information. A recent complaint filed with the Alberta Securities … Read More
