Jacob A. Sadikman Jacob A. Sadikman

Canada’s EV ecosystem recalibration

Canada transition to EVs hit speed bumps over the past year. Can it convert challenges into durable advantages?

Federal and Québec governments to adjust EV sales mandates: key developments and considerations

Changes in electric vehicle policy reflect a shift towards greater flexibility for the automotive sector in response to economic pressures.

Québec adopts its regulation prohibiting motor vehicles and internal combustion engines by 2035

On December 16, 2024, Québec adopted the Regulation prescribing certain prohibitions as regards motor vehicles and internal combustion engines (the...

Navigating Canada’s evolving carbon markets

Carbon markets present an opportunity to contribute to Canada’s climate objectives.

Overcoming infrastructure challenges critical to Canada’s EV ambition

A lack of adequate public EV-charging infrastructure in Canada is a leading obstacle to electric vehicle adoption.

Osler EV infrastructure and investment summit: the state of charge 

Panelists identify opportunities for accelerating the build-out of Canada’s charging infrastructure and EV adoption.

No property, no investment: Koch Industries’ carbon allowances not an ‘asset’ under NAFTA

The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) recently released its highly anticipated decision in Koch Industries,...

Canada’s Forced Labour Import Ban and Other Energy-Related Trade Issues

Canada's import ban on goods produced by forced or child labour, introduced in 2020 and expanded by the Fighting Against Forced Labour and...

BC Hydro’s request for proposals reinforces foundation for Indigenous participation in clean energy future

We address the actions taken by power authorities across Canada to encourage Indigenous participation in new energy-generating projects.

AUC inquiry update: Alberta to declare no-build zones and mandatory reclamation security requirements for renewable energy projects

On February 28, Alberta announced intended changes to its electricity generation regime, including an “agriculture first” approach and buffer...