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Navigating the changes: Québec’s Bill 72 amending the Consumer Protection Act is adopted

Bill 72 adds requirements relating to the price of food products, tipping practices, credit contracts, long-term contracts of lease and fraud.

Beyond borders: government grants itself powerful access to data, reduced oversight

Bill C-2 has far-reaching implications for both businesses operating in Canada and civil liberties.

Some things last forever: Government of Canada proposes regulatory measures for PFAS

The Government of Canada intends to introduce additional regulatory instruments to further restrict the manufacture and use of PFAS.

Incoming consumer protection changes: Ontario regulations begin taking shape

Progress is being made in updating Ontario’s consumer protection legislation.

Significant changes to Québec’s commerce and business language requirements

Québec has overhauled its Charter of the French Language in recent years, with significant implications for organizations operating in the province.

What’s new in Québec’s consumer protection law?

Changes to consumer protection legislation in Québec will have implications for those carrying on business in the province.

The proposed GST/HST holiday: Santa comes early for consumers, retailers get coal

The proposed GST/HST holiday might be more headache and hassle for retailers during an already busy holiday season.

Guide to Doing Business in Québec

Québec is Canada’s largest province by geography and its second most populous province. Québec’s strategic location offers unique...

Québec seeks to amend Consumer Protection Act and related regulations to increase price and credit transparency

Québec’s Bill 72, if adopted, will contribute to increased price and credit transparency.

Law Commission of Ontario calls for further modernization of province’s Consumer Protection Act

The Law Commission of Ontario has released 32 recommendations for reforms, amendments and regulations aimed at the digital marketplace.