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OSFI’s streamlined bank incorporation framework: what eligible applicants need to know

The framework aims to provide eligible applicants a more efficient pathway to becoming a federally regulated financial institution.

Canada’s Bill C-8: what businesses need to know about the new cybersecurity framework

Under Bill C-8, Federally regulated critical-infrastructure operators will face cybersecurity obligations backed by financial penalties and criminal...

Canada’s defence build-up and the new M&A playbook

Canada’s accelerated defence spending, procurement reform and emphasis on sovereign industrial capacity are reshaping the domestic M&A market.

CIRO’s digital asset custody framework: institutionalizing crypto custody in Canada

The framework ensures digital asset custody aligns with existing securities regulations.

Capital call facilities: key considerations and protections for private equity funds

Capital call facilities are an important tool for private equity sponsors, providing flexibility and efficiency in fund management.

Equity line financing: a strategic tool for large-scale projects in Canada

The equity line structure is a governance-rich approach to equity financing that aligns funding needs with project milestones.

Strengthening American leadership in digital financial technology: insights from the Trump’s administration report on digital assets

The report reiterates President Trump’s stated promise to make the U.S. the “crypto capital of the world.”

Expanded enforcement powers: is CIRO now exercising ‘statutory’ powers?

Recent statutory amendments have expanded the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization’s (CIRO) enforcement toolkit.

Strong Borders Act proposes sweeping changes to Canada’s AML regime

Canada’s Strong Borders Act proposes changes to the country’s AML regime, including increases to maximum administrative penalties and fines.

RPAA countdown: mastering the RPAA frameworks

As the September 8th deadline for the implementation of the RPAA Risk Management and Safeguarding of Funds Frameworks quickly approaches, our expert...