European Union proposes whistleblower protections

In a significant development for businesses with a presence in the European Union, the EU issued a proposal on April 23, 2018 for new legislation...

At-the-market (ATM) offerings using the Multijurisdictional Disclosure System (MJDS)

An at-the-market (ATM) program may be just the right way to raise additional equity capital quickly and inexpensively.

Co-investment: Why Canadian GPs should take note of SEC’s guidance

Co-investment was a hot topic at last month’s PartnerConnect East 2018 conference in Boston. Whether general partner or limited partner,...

Peace of mind may not be priceless: Québec Court of Appeal authorizes extended warranty class action claiming exploitation of the consumer

On March 22, 2018, the Québec Court of Appeal rendered judgment in the matter of Union des consommateurs c Magasins Best Buy Ltée (the “Best...

La tranquillité d’esprit pourrait bien avoir un prix : la Cour d’appel du Québec autorise une action collective portant sur une garantie prolongée en soutenant que le consommateur est exploité

La Cour d’appel est en désaccord L’article 8 de la LPC prévoit que l’exploitation du consommateur doit être évaluée objectivement.

CASL’s computer program rules cover much more than spyware

The computer program provisions in Canada’s anti-spam law (known as “CASL”) came into force on January 15, 2015. Significantly, these rules go...

Top ten CASL compliance planning activities

Our experience working through compliance planning initiatives with many clients has given us valuable insights into what compliance planning...

Franchise Review April 2018

Osler’s Franchise Review includes legislative updates, commentaries on recent cases and frequently asked questions as well as news on our team.

Frequently Asked Questions – Franchising in Québec

Franchisors looking to expand business operations into Québec need to be mindful of the key differences in the franchise model unique to the...

Notable decisions in Alberta and British Columbia

It is important to note that this decision turned on the terms of the relevant agreement and the facts of the case; certain facts may be critical in...