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Featured Osler Updates July 6, 2026

B.C.’s new compliance and enforcement agency reshapes natural resource oversight

Natural resource operators may face a more centralized enforcement environment.

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B.C.’s new compliance and enforcement agency reshapes natural resource oversight
Featured Osler Updates June 25, 2026

Skinny drug labels and induced infringement: court decision creates divergence between U.S. and Canadian law

A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision solidifies U.S. case law on “skinny labelling”.

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Featured Osler Updates June 30, 2026

Alberta’s data centre regulations: guidance on power generation for large load facilities

Insights into the new framework intended to support data centre investment while addressing challenges associated with increased electricity demand.

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Osler Update December 5, 2025

Canada and Alberta sign MOU that rolls back risk in Canadian energy and commits to broad new energy accord

The agreement marks a significant step to reducing regulatory and political risks around major energy infrastructure projects in the country.

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Canada and Alberta sign MOU that rolls back risk in Canadian energy and commits to broad new energy accord
Osler Update December 2, 2025

Canada releases draft framework for stablecoin regulation

The proposed Stablecoin Act is aimed at creating a prudential regime for permitted stablecoins.

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Canada releases draft framework for stablecoin regulation
Osler Update December 2, 2025

Pre-trial trademark injunctions: hard to get but worth the squeeze?

Pre-trial injunctions are highly desirable remedies for halting trademark infringement while litigation is ongoing.

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Pre-trial trademark injunctions: hard to get but worth the squeeze?
Osler Update December 1, 2025

From pit wall to policy: what Lundin means for public company disclosure

The SCC’s recent decision provides guidance on the distinction between material facts and material changes under Ontario securities law.

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From pit wall to policy: what Lundin means for public company disclosure
Osler Update November 28, 2025

The privacy officer’s changing role in the age of innovation and AI

The privacy officer's role has evolved from compliance to being a strategic partner in innovation and governance.

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The privacy officer’s changing role in the age of innovation and AI
Osler Update November 27, 2025

German and U.K. courts diverge on whether AI models infringe copyright  

When it comes to AI and copyright, recent rulings show there is no global consensus on whether training models infringe.

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German and U.K. courts diverge on whether AI models infringe copyright  
Osler Update November 21, 2025

Cybersecurity and privacy: key takeaways from our second annual conference

In October, Osler’s Montréal office hosted the firm’s second annual Privacy Conference, organized by the Privacy and Data Management team.

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Cybersecurity and privacy: key takeaways from our second annual conference
Osler Update November 21, 2025

The carrot: Payments Canada publishes Real-Time Rail Participation Guide for Payment Service Providers

We highlight the key requirements and considerations for payment service providers seeking to register as real-time rail participants.

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The carrot: Payments Canada publishes Real-Time Rail Participation Guide for Payment Service Providers
Osler Update November 20, 2025

Another step forward for Internet gaming in Ontario: international pooled liquidity

A recent decision of the Ontario Court of Appeal confirms the legality of Ontario’s proposed “pooled liquidity” model.

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Another step forward for Internet gaming in Ontario: international pooled liquidity
Osler Update November 20, 2025

PE Points Newsletter

Osler’s National Private Equity Group has launched its quarterly PE newsletter: your source of private equity news and information.

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PE Points Newsletter